Sometimes all my kids need is an invitation… a very subtle invitation. All invitations that sound like mom’s suggestions will be met with heavy resistance. Invitations that seem like a child’s own ideas, will somehow seem brilliant. While the kids were at school the other day, I pulled a few favorite books off of our
Our homes are a reflection of the things we value. Take a look around your house. What do you see? Do you have spaces dedicated to your child’s creativity and learning? Are these things you value? School is about to start for us. Every year I’m amazed at the number of students who tell me
*I love using books as a springboard for encouraging kids to write their own stories. The Ready, Set, Go series is a favorite of mine. I bought levels 1-3 for my own kids, which will take us through early first grade. These are very simple, four page books, with repetitive text. It’s a great model