• How do I find the best preschool for my child?
• Are there any tips for picking a preschool?
• What is the best preschool in the area?
You are a concerned parent. Your decision to select the best preschool for your child’s unique needs is a difficult one. Should you check online? … With a friend? … With community [...]

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For many children, math is neither fun nor easy. Many children find it difficult and uninteresting and unfortunately this attitude can lead to less chance of success and further distress. But changing a negative attitude towards math into a positive one can be as easy as making math more fun.
One of the best ways to [...]

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Two of my sons start preschool next week.  It’s an exciting time for my husband and I… but mostly, for the boys.  They have their new backpacks.  New shoes.  New clothes.  And new crayons and coloring books.
They are all set for reading, writing, singing, drawing and playing.
But what can we be doing at home with [...]

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A successful school attitude is built on confidence. Parents want to treat mistakes as opportunities to learn and encourage children to ask questions. Otherwise, children may lack confidence because they view asking questions or making mistakes as signs of weakness, rather than strengths that will help them learn more.
Some children feel insecure about trusting their [...]

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The girls at Mom Generations just love Root & Sprout.
This is a place where kids and parents truly do grow together.
Find an article for information/fun/helpful tips from pregnancy through teens and everything in between.
Root & Sprout certainly has lots of Smart Mamas in one place.
Even submit your own articles… Root & Sprout loves moms and [...]

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What to Expect When You’re Expecting by Heidi Murkoff and Sharon Mazel has been the “go-to” resource book for thousands and thousands (and thousands) of pregnant women for the past 25 years.
Its popularity among women is the reason why it is been on the New York Times bestseller list for 355 weeks, with nearly 15 [...]

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Here are some great posts we came across this week from some Real Smart Mamas out there. Enjoy our favorites of the week.
been there shares a friend’s advice for graduating seniors.
Momocrats scores 5 questions with Barack Obama.
Teachers At Risk gives us some food for thought with her blog about teaching math.
Digest and enjoy!

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I’m not a naturally organized person, but since I’ve begun working with kids I’ve changed my nature. Much of what I’ve learned about educating children has taught me that organization is key. That’s why everything I do with kids is highly organized. I organize my plans, procedures and the space I’m working in. I do [...]

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