If I bit my tongue any harder it would bleed. I had to say something. “I’m sorry,” I said to the stranger standing beside me, “but you know she isn’t buckled correctly right?” I gestured to the sweet baby by...
In education, just as in life, one size does not fit all. We all have different learning styles - some of us might be hands-on learners while others need to write things down before they really absorb the information....
Just last week, my youngest daughter began full-day kindergarten, and for the first time in 7 years, I'm spending my days without a child at my feet. When I share this news with other people, the most common response...
What homeschool curriculum do I use? How do I pick one? Where do I get it from? Homeschool families have total freedom to teach whatever they want within the required subjects, which can feel overwhelming when you are just starting...
Right before my daughter’s third birthday, I found out about a program at Roger Williams Park Zoo.  I now realize it is called Preschool Adventures, but for the last two year (and for probably forever) I’ve lovingly referred to...
Buddy! This was going to be your year, you were finally going to join your big sister at school. You were going to make your own friends, wear the same uniform she wore, and finally have a space of your...
A few months back, I received a phone call from my niece, asking if I wanted to buy some chocolate. (Silly question, she could have just sent me the chocolate and a bill!) Being her first year in a...
We reached out to ENRICHri to find out more about who they are and how they serve the homeschool community here in RI. Their president, Amanda Campbel, graciously made time to answer our questions. A big thank you to...
In our country, many families must quickly face the decision to go back to work or stay home after their baby arrives.  Despite loving my career, the daycare decision still wasn't an easy one for our family. Over time,...
“What if I fall? Oh, but my darling, what if you fly? - E.Hanson   A few weeks ago, my oldest daughter went back to school. This year she started 3rd grade. There was less hype around the first day, the...

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Now that spring has officially arrived and warmer weather is (hopefully) on its way, it's the perfect time to get outside for a family...