AR Workshop Centerville is a boutique DIY workshop that offers hands-on classes for creating custom home décor in a lounge style atmosphere. Our DIY workshops feature step by step instruction for creating one of a kind home decor pieces. Everything is customizable and we offer a variety of framed wood signs, wood pallet…
Many of us suffer from Pre Holiday Stress Syndrome. This condition is brought on by having too much to do in too little time. It is compounded by cleaning, baking, entertaining family and friends, buying and wrapping gifts, scheduling and attending various holiday parties, and decorating the house! All this in around 30 days can…
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Print awareness includes the understanding that print has meaning and the idea that print is all around us. Not surprisingly, it’s a tremendously important pre-reading skill. It’s also a skill that you can foster while you’re going about your busy life. Next time you’re in the car, point out traffic signs and store signs/symbols. While…
Spending that first summer at camp is a big step for any child. It’s also a big milestone for mom and dad. Sending your kids to camp takes considerable thought, from finding the right camp to allocating the necessary funds, parents have many decisions to make. But before the searching and saving begins, ask yourself…
The “summer slide” refers to what can happen to kids’ brains when they are idle during the summer months. Experts from the National Summer Learning Association estimate that the equivalent of about two month’s instruction time can be lost if children don’t keep their brains active during that break from school. Reading is a great…
When was the last time you and your children had a good, old-fashioned sing-a-long? Now, even though I, personally, love to sing loud and often (something my family and friends don’t ALWAYS love…), I do understand that it’s not everyone’s favorite pastime. I will say, however, that the benefits of singing with your children might…
Choosing a Preschool for your Child: A Parent Perspective by Shawn McElroy My wife and I were particularly interested in finding an early childhood program… Read More
As parents know, dealing with peer pressure is part of growing up. It’s normal for teens to feel swayed by a group and be compelled to fit in. While we typically think of peer pressure in a negative way, the influence of peers can easily be positive as well. Think of the athlete who is…
