Don’t miss more summer fun in Tennessee. Make plans now before the kids go back to school and those first cool breezes of fall begin to arrive. From the last summer road trip to the last dip in the lake and a scoop or two of ice cream, here are a few ideas of how…
There’s been a lot of buzz lately about online bashing and bullying, specifically regarding military families, with scenes playing out on Facebook and other social media websites. Spouses and family members, including children, are tagged and labeled with the term “dependapotamus” – a nasty word for a completely stereotypical military dependent who doesn’t work, wears…
Can you explain what “PBL” means? My daughter’s new teacher has this term listed on her classroom webpage but I’m not sure what it refers to. “PBL” is an acronym for Problem Based Learning. It is an approach to education that is hands-on and student-centered. Typically, students work in groups to solve real world problems….
Ohio is offering its first-ever sales tax holiday in August to help back-to-school shoppers reduce the cost of clothing and school supplies. The holiday is Aug. 7-9 and applies to clothing and footwear items that cost $75 or less and to supplies and instructional materials that cost $20 or less. Items priced higher than those…
Indianapolis is home to the world’s largest children’s museum. If you aren’t prepared, the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis can be an enjoyable, but overwhelming experience. Don’t worry, I’m here to help…sort of. First of all, proper nutrition is needed long before your big day at the Museum even begins… No, I’m not talking about for…
Thank you for taking the time to stop by my blog! My name is Lindsey Light, and I’m an almost-thirty-year-old (excuse my sobbing) single mom living in the Dayton area. In addition to the mommy gig, I am also a Lecturer in Composition at the University of Dayton. Both of my jobs are extremely rewarding…
Brace yourself friends. The, well, force that is Star Wars: The Force Awakens is coming. And it kicks off with Force Friday on September 4th when new Star Wars merchandise will hit shelves. Whether you’re a family with a fashion for the force or just getting into this monumental series, there’s plenty of ways to enjoy the fun before the December…
I know how fall weekends are: Packed with extra curriculars, that drive to get outdoor work done before it cools down and – if you’re anything like my house – lots of football. The thought of getting in the car and driving to Indianapolis might not even be on your radar, but it should be….
We’ve all heard the joke: what are the three best reasons to become a teacher? June, July, and August. And it’s funny because it’s (partly) true. This summer was my first real summer “off” with my kids, and I enjoyed it immensely. We took a vacation to Florida, visited parks and the library, and crammed…
If you haven’t heard the big news, the Washington-Centerville Public Library has been awarded a $100,000 grant to teach kids and teens about financial literacy! The majority of the grant money has been used to create an interactive exhibit designed to teach kids and teens about earning, saving, and spending money. This exhibit, created with…
