This article was written by Marla Wolf, Religious School Director, and Jane Mayers, Early Childhood Center Acting Director, both of Anshe Chesed Fairmount Temple in Beachwood, Ohio. Rosh Hashanah is always such a fun holiday to celebrate with young children. There are so many ways to engage in and prepare for the holiday that […]
Your kid now reads short books, but his writing at school stops at a phrase or a sentence. How do you encourage him to start writing stories? My kid has taught me tremendously about harnessing his creativity into stories. The biggest challenge for most people, including kids, is getting started. Once you have an idea […]
I’m the oddball who’s always loved math. My favorite part of math is the every day, how math explains the world around us. So it is important to me was instilling that same love in my kids. I resisted buying workbooks for my kids until elementary school was around the corner, but I do bring […]
For those of us in districts with school choice, or those house hunting with consideration for school assignment, the fall brings a flurry of school tours. Many will ask, “Where do I start?” I was in your shoes last year and put serious consideration into my son’s school. Here are some basic steps you can […]
These are my children’s favorite school lunches. My criteria: a child can eat the food independently, no heating required. Some items are better for older children, and others for younger. Try not to pack containers that you’ll be upset about losing, even if you label them, as some loss is a guarantee. Do label your […]
It’s amazing how fast the summer flies, and before you know it’s time to get ready for another school year, whether for preschool, kindergarten or elementary. Which can mean everything from backpacks, lunch boxes, school supplies, clothing, shoes and so much more. Here are my money saving tips based on my Mom experience including being […]
How does it happen so quickly? One moment your child is a little baby, dependent on you for every little thing, and the next moment you are looking at dropping them off at preschool, where you hope they will make their first friends. Nerves bubble up. Will my baby be ok without me? What if […]
How did we get here so quickly? It seems just yesterday, my baby started preschool, and I applauded his first friendships, first words, first games. Now, he’s going to the big world of elementary school. Maybe, it doesn’t seem so big a deal to parents of grown kids. After all, kindergarten isn’t college or even […]
Since graduating from college, I’ve gained a ton of life experience raising two wonderful sons with my wonderful husband while juggling a career. I’ve done my best to balance my family and professional life. When I think back on what I have learned in contrast to my enthusiastic yet nervous outlook back then, I really […]
My most special Mom moments include a million hugs, endless laughter, and watching the world through my children’s eyes. How about you? Share yours in the comments below! Also check out My Top 10 Scary Mom Moments for my humorous take on kid shenanigans from mischievous laughter to Sharpie pens. 1. “I love you […]