educational activities

  1. Children's School & Education

    Spring into science: Get outside and learn

    By Tiany Davis on Apr 5, 2013
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    We're ready for spring! This is the time of year when we enjoy spending homeschool days outdoors — reading in the clubhouse, math on...
  2. Children's School & Education

    Winter nature study: Taking your homeschool outdoors

    By Tiany Davis on Jan 10, 2013
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    While most would not think of winter as a prime season to study nature, the winter months are the perfect time to kick off the best...
  3. School & Education

    Fun ways to introduce other cultures to your kids

    By Susie Fougerousse on Nov 27, 2012
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    Growing up in Toronto, Canada, my closest friends were either born in other countries or first generation immigrants. All were...
  4. Children's School & Education

    The Big Bang Theory 's Mayim Bialik teams up with Texas Instruments

    By Kori Ellis on Oct 8, 2012
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    Actress Mayim Bialik not only plays a scientist on The Big Bang Theory , but she also has a Ph.D. in neuroscience to back it up....
  5. Preschoolers

    Educational toys that encourage learning at home

    By Christina Holt on Sep 13, 2012
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    There are many different toys that encourage children to learn — even from the home environment. But when looking for toys that...
  6. Children's School & Education

    Teaching your child a language when you don’t speak it

    By Tiernan McKay on Aug 3, 2012
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    We know that teaching kids a second (or third) language is a tremendous help in life, but how do you go about teaching, say, French...
  7. Family Fun

    Movie night ideas that are fun and educational

    By Christy Pogorelac on Aug 2, 2012
    Are you looking for something to do this weekend that will entertain and engage the entire family? Plan a movie night with an...
  8. Children's School & Education

    10 Things you should do now to get your child ready for school

    By Maria Mora on Aug 1, 2012
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    Your kids are probably loving the homework-free summer, but take it from us, staying sharp and prepared will make the transition...
  9. Parenting

    Keeping learning fun for preschoolers

    By Naomi de la Torre on Jul 9, 2012
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    Children learn best when they are having fun. Take advantage of playtime to make learning fun and enriching for your preschooler.
  10. Children's School & Education

    Learning a second language: Great summer activity for kids

    By Sherri Kuhn on Jul 3, 2012
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    Summertime is here, and sometimes learning takes a backseat to other activities. While it’s nice to have a break from school, there...
  11. School Supplies

    Top 5 electronics for home school students

    By Naomi de la Torre on Aug 22, 2011
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    Many homeschooling families have discovered the power of technology to enhance and deepen their children's educational experience...
  12. School Supplies

    Are electronics really educational?

    By Whitney Coy on Aug 22, 2011
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    Electronic toys certainly are fun. You may wonder, however, if they really are educational, and if all that music and flashing are...
  13. School Supplies

    Our favorite educational games

    By Whitney Coy on Aug 22, 2011
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    Help your kids maintain sharp minds and learn new skills, all while having a great time with electronic games.Don’t just sit back...
  14. School Supplies

    Guide to electronic educational tools

    By Naomi de la Torre on Aug 22, 2011
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    The high-tech world of electronic educational tools offers your kids endless possibilities for hands-on learning fun. For maximum...
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    Design tips to make learning fun for your kids

    By Michele Borboa, MS on Apr 14, 2011
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    Enhance your children’s learning by providing them with an environment that makes learning fun. We spoke with Cortney Novogratz of...
  16. Live Green

    Teach your kids the value of nature

    By Michele Borboa, MS on Apr 13, 2011
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    Kids who are constantly engaged in gaming, texting and television often have little connection or appreciation for nature because...
  17. Tweens, Teens & College

    Take your child to work day

    By Mary Fetzer on Mar 21, 2011
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    Since 1993, millions of Americans have participated in the annual Take Our Sons and Daughters to Work® day. A day at work will help...
  18. Parenting

    3 Questions you should ask your child after school

    By Christina Caldwell on Mar 20, 2011
    While you were at work or taking care of business at home, your child experienced a full day of their own at school. In their prime...
  19. Family Travel

    Family adventure vacations you never knew existed

    By Sandy Smith on Jan 28, 2011
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    If your definition of "family adventure vacation" is limited to crisis mode when you forget the portable DVD player, maybe it's time...
  20. School & Education

    Kiddie tech: 4 educational apps and games for kids

    By Lauren Fairbanks on Jan 27, 2011
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    Technology isn't just for adults and teens anymore. Each and every year, we see more and more technology rolled out to engage kids...
  21. School & Education

    Teaching our kids the art of creativity

    By Dr Ben Michaelis on Jan 17, 2011
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    As parents we often put a tremendous emphasis on our kids doing well in school. A good education is important, but academic learning...