Angela W. La Fon
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5 Coffee Pot Features Worth Pouring OverWhat's hot in coffee pots? However you like your coffee, check out these mug shots of the latest coffee pot features.
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Make a Valentine's Day Snow GlobeShake things up this Valentine's Day with a fun DIY snow globe.
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Handmade Fleece Hats & Scarves for American Girl DollsThese hot winter doll accessories are a cool gift for doll lovers.
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Preschool Center Activities for Valentine's DayFresh flowers are great but often what we really need in preschool is fresh ideas.
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Repurposing Tomato Cans: 5 Tin Can CraftsTry these whimsical and practicing repurposing crafts.
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Candy Cane Valentine's Day Cards: Recycled Candy Cane CraftsWhat’s red and white and still around come Valentine’s Day? You’ll “heart” these candy cane Valentine’s.
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Snow Day Crafts: Junk Drawer Jewelry ProjectsGo from junky to jewelry in minutes with these crafty ideas.
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5 Fun Spring Crafts from Berry ContainersYou can make some "berry" cute crafts for spring by re-purposing berry containers.
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5 Indoor Preschool Movement GamesCombine learning and fun with movement activities for indoors this winter.
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DIY Valentine's Day Crafts: Make a Heart Shaped Rag WreathMake a Valentine’s Day decoration they’ll love in under an hour and how does just about free sound? I thought you’d love that too.
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Repurposing Ice Cream Cartons: Make a Valentine's Day Keepsake BoxI scream. You scream. We all scream for ice cream carton crafts.
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6 Fun Ways to Repurpose Apple Cider JugsTry these sweet reuses for attractive apple cider jugs.
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Cereal Box Crafts: Make a School Paper OrganizerIf you’re already buying cereal, then you can put those boxes to work for your family as a school paper organizer. It’s free, fun and can help you get organized for the New Year.
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5 Minute Candy Cane Candle Holder Christmas CraftThis creative Christmas candle holder makes any table merry in minutes.
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Our Family's Top Picks for Children's Books About ChristmasTwas weeks before Christmas and all through the house, we were snuggled up reading Christmas books and the children were quiet as a mouse.
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Making an Advent Wreath for HomeThis beautiful Advent wreath took us less than 20 minutes to make together as a family-- and it was our first time.
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Tips for Hosting a Christmas Open HouseYou've decorated. You've shopped. You've sent the RSVPs for big holiday parties. Is there time to have your friends, family and neighbors over to your house? Yes, and here are the ABCs for keeping a Christmas open house lovely and simple. -
10 Perfect Birthday Party Ideas for Baby's First BirthdayGirl or boy, pink or blue, your first birthday party theme work has been done for you.
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Thanksgiving Acrostic PoemGather 'round to hear some rhythmic, rhyming Thanksgiving cheer.
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Repurposing Projects: Clementine Crate CraftsClementines have plenty of vitamin C but C is also for clever crafts. Reuse these handy crates for whimsical and practical purposes.
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Thankful for children's books about ThanksgivingT is for Thanksgiving and time for reading together.Also published on:
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Free Fall Lesson Plan Ideas: Letter F is for FallRead, write and decorate your way through fall with these lesson plan ideas.
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American Girl Craft Birthday Party IdeasDid you know American Girl has a craft line to make an American Girl birthday party super easy? From cupcakes to party favors to thank you notes, we'll share our American Girl party success tips here.
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Winnie the Pooh Birthday Party IdeasThat silly old bear, Winnie the Pooh, and his friends make a "hunny" of a birthday party theme for a first birthday. Find over 45 cake ideas and more here.
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5 Tips for Getting Started Writing for Yahoo! Contributor NetworkAre you ready to write for Yahoo! Contributor Network? Get tips from a veteran writer on how to get started.
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Most Unique Gifts for Kids for Under $15.00You don't have to blow the budget to blow the Christmas socks off of kids with these cool gift ideas. Get your cheap gift guide for preschoolers, teens and in-betweens. -
Easy Halloween Party Games: Pass the PumpkinTo the left. To the right. Listen to the clues in this fun Halloween story to play Pass the Pumpkin. -
Best Gifts for 8 & 9 Year Olds: Top Toys, Games & BooksAre you searching for exciting gifts for 8 & 9 year old tough audiences? These tween gifts are cool, educational and totally unplugged.
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Lesson Plans for Hispanic Heritage MonthCelebrate the culture and contributions of Hispanic Americans in the classroom with these "tasty" ideas. -
2011 Toy Guide: Best Toys for 4 & 5 Year OldsNeed gift ideas for four and five year olds? Get great gift ideas for this fun and curious age group. -
10 Best Halloween Costumes for Girl Twins, BFFs, Multiples, Sisters and GroupsWhether you're looking for coordinated costumes for two little pumpkins or three amigos that are teens, these costume ideas for groups "match up."
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Hispanic Heritage Month Crafts: Festive Maraca MosaicsAre you looking for fun crafts and bulletin board ideas for Hispanic Heritage Month? Get shakin' with these easy and fun maraca mosaics. -
Introducing Hispanic Heritage Month in the ClassroomHeritage and culture aren't concrete ideas that are easy for young children to grasp. Get tips and ideas for introducing Hispanic Heritage Month in the classroom. -
Is Your Child's Packed School Lunch Safe?A study published in Pediatrics has shocking news for parents that pack school lunches. Get the facts, figures and tips for packing a safe school lunch here. -
Handmade Halloween Crafts: DIY Pumpkin PurseBring on the Halloween bling with this easy sewing project that makes an adorable gift or a fun project for girls. -
Green, Fall Craft Projects for the ClassroomWelcome fall with arts & crafts, bulletin boards and even fun homework. Stay green in the classroom while the leaves are going colorful. -
Christmas Shopping Guide for 2012: Creative Gifts for 8 Year Old GirlsGet tips about just where eight year-olds are in their development matched with ideal gifts for creative girls. -
Free Lesson Plans for Grandparent's Day: Letter G is for GrandparentsBooks, printables, sign language and more all dedicated to grandparents. -
Work-at-Home Mom's Back to School Time Weekly Fitness RoutineHow can moms succeed with a fitness routine during the busy back to school fall season? Check out my plan and I how I make it work as a WAHM mom. -
Halloween Party Snacks & IdeasFoods, decorations, treat bags and more for your Halloween party. See how you can "disguise" healthy foods as Halloween treats. -
Kids Go Wild for Zoo Animal After School SnacksKids want fast and easy, you want smart and nutritious. Everybody in the jungle can be happy with these smart zoo animal after school snacks. -
Knitting Hats for Charity: Find Out Who Needs Your Knitted or Crocheted HatsDon't get the wool pulled over your eyes. Not all online requests for handmade hats are legit. Find out who needs you and how and how you can get started. -
15 Cutest Baby Halloween Costumes for 2011Just like your baby, these 2011 Halloween costumes are unique and adorable. -
Green Halloween Crafts: Make Halloween Crafts from Bottle TopsSo you're recycling the bottles but what can you do with the lids? You'll be surprised. Check out these cute pumpkin pals. -
The Food Allergy Odds: How Common Are Kid's Food Allergies?What are the odds of your child having a food allergy? -
"The Help" Movie ReviewRead the book? Just heard about it? Get "the help" you need to decide if the movie "The Help" is worth seeing. -
15 Games & Activities for Even & Odd Number MathHands on activites help kids get a handle on even and odd number math. They are all free and you can do them home. How odd is that? -
Teaching Math: Adding Even and Odd NumbersOnce students have identified even and odd numbers, now they need to be able to add them and identify the sums as even or odd. If this sounds to odd to you, check out this article for teacher and student approved math help. -
Peace Symbol Birthday Party IdeasTweens and teens can really give peace a chance with these fun peace symbol cakes, party foods, favors and more. -
5 Fun Back to School Brain GamesParties, car trips or just around the dinner table, these brain games are fantastic free fun. -
Tips and Tools for Teaching Even and Odd NumbersEven and odds numbers seem like a simple enough math concept to master but find out where the confusion usually starts and which common mistake kids often make. -
5 Cool Kid Treats to Beat Extreme HeatThese summer snacks help smack the heat attack. -
7 Best Toys for Kindergarten & First GradeMake learning fun and homework easier with these math smart toys and manipulatives. -
5 Hot Tween Girl Party Favors for SummerSend tween girls home with the perfect birthday party party bling. -
Tangled Movie Theme Birthday Party IdeasUntangle all of your birthday party woes with these tips for a birthday party based on the Disney movie Tangled. -
Ice Cream Party GamesBirthday party, back to school party, block party, there are plenty of good reasons in summer to throw an ice cream social. Treat your guests to these flavorful party games and prizes. -
Preschool & Kindergarten Lesson Plans: Letter I is for Ice CreamCenters, art and books oh my! What a fun way to learn about letter I. -
Top Sunscreens: Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 55 Product ReviewMom, skin cancer survivor and outdoor lover reviews a new Neutrogena sunscreen. -
Hot Summer Crafts for Teens & Tweens: Braided Bandana JewerlyWhat's the rage for the tween & teen age? Braided bandanna jewelry is easy, cheap and a hot craft this summer. -
How to Make a Prayer Bear CraftCalling all kids and kids at heart. Learn how to make this adorable bear that holds names and photos of people on your prayer list. -
July Holidays & CelebrationsJuly 4th isn't the only holiday this month. Learn more about the celebrations for bison, blueberries, baked beans and Beatrix Potter.Also published on:- Yahoo! US Shopping
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July Journal Writing Prompts for StudentsGet kids writing in their journals in July with these fun journal writing prompts. From berries to bovines, July has many inspiring celebrations. -
Bible School Crafts on a Budget: Unique Fruits of the Spirit CraftThis Fruits of the Spirit mobile has a real "twist." Try this fun Bible school craft that has high value and low cost. -
Make It, Take It: Fourth of July Party Crafts for KdsYou want to relax, the kids want to be entertained. Set up these easy DIY crafts and activities so everyone can enjoy some freedom and fun at your Fourth of July cook out. -
5 Cheap & Easy Ways to Create a Beach Themed BathroomThe challenge? Turn a small orange bathroom into a beach themed parlor with less than $50.00. -
Handmade Father's Day Gift: DIY Personalized Clipboard Crafts for DadNo Dad will be bored with these clipboard crafts for Father's Day. -
12 Weeks of Summer Scrapbooks for KidsWhen school is out, get kids started on this 12 week summer project. It's fun and educational (shhh!) too. -
Recycled Necktie Crafts for Father's Day: Make a Necktie Wall Hanging Photo HolderThis photo wall hanging is just for Dad. Recycle a necktie and make the perfect gift for Father's Day to put smiling faces in narrow spaces. -
Unique Handmade Father's Day Gifts: Recycled Necktie T.V. Remote HolderNot another new necktie for dad, please! Instead try repurposing an old necktie into a practical and fanciful Father's Day gift. -
Free Father's Day Lesson Plans for Preschool & Kindergarten: Letter F is for FatherHooray, hooray, it's Father's Day! Learn how to say Dad in several languages, spell Dad in art and get your Father's Day reading list here.
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Pentecost Sunday CraftsHappy birthday to the Christian church. These hands on crafts and activities are a fun way to teach young children about the significance of Pentecost Sunday. When is Pentecost? Pentecost Sunday is 50 days after Easter. -
Unique Handmade Mother's Day Gifts: Flower Photo FramesMary, Mary, quite contrary, how does a mom's smile grow? With a handmade gift that showers her with flowers and pretty photos all in a row. -
June Journal Writing Prompts for StudentsKeep students journaling their way through June with these fun summer writing prompts. -
7 Japan's Children's Day CraftsWhat do flying fish have to do with a festival for children? Find out here and get craft and project ideas for Children's Day, a Japanese holiday celebrated on May 5th. -
Mommy Makeover Mother's Day CraftLet your students give mom a makeover for Mother's Day with these fun craft lesson plans. -
DIY Mothers of the Bride & Groom Gifts: Digital Photo AlbumsWhat's the perfect gift for the mother of the bride and mother of the groom? A digital photo frame makes it easy to give mom a photo slide show of all your favorite memories. It's a treasured keepsake gift that won't end up in the closet. -
End of the School Year Bulletin BoardsTake the "bored" out of classroom bulletin boards with these fun, interactive bulletin board ideas for the end of the school year. -
Bridal Bouquet Wreaths: Unique DIY Bridal Bouquet IdeasGet DIY bridal bouquet ideas, tips and advice from an expert. It's still made by you. We'll just tell you how. -
Journal Writing Prompts for Students for MayJournal writing is a worthy idea for students but are writing prompts about aliens starting to feel just a little too out of this world to you? Try these unique writing prompts targeted for the month of May. -
Easy Mother's Day Gifts: Make a Cupcake Pin CushionA cupcake pin cushion is "sew" sweet and easy to make too. "Bake" these homemade gifts for Mother's Day. -
7 Hot Handmade Crafts for Relay for Life FundraisersAre you on a Relay for Life team raising money for the American Cancer Society? Handmade items are popular fundraisers. Find out which crafts are hot at the Relay for Life. -
5 Fresh Easter Decorating IdeasThe grass can be greener at your Easter dinner party. Try these fresh Easter decorating tips. -
Best Sites for Graduation 2011 Digital ScrapbooksNeed a quick education on digital scrapbooks? Learn here where to find the best digital scrapbooking supplies with a graduation theme including pages, packages, freebies and kits.
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Unique Graduation 2011 Scrapbook IdeasThe pomp and circumstance will soon begin. Get tips for making a unique scrapbook as a graduate gift or to make your own graduation celebration album. -
Teachable Moments: Taking Preschoolers to the ZooGoing to the zoo with preschoolers? Get tips and teaching ideas from an experienced parent, teacher and field trip lover. -
April Bulletin Board Ideas for Math Education MonthAre you looking for math bulletin board ideas to celebrate Math Education Month? Try these 5 fun and educational April elementary bulletin board ideas. -
Teachable Moments: At the Grocery StoreParents are great multi-taskers and the grocery store is must do errand that has many opportunities for learning for young children. Check out this special grocery list and get a buy one get one free on education. -
7 Children's Books About Japan: Talking to Young Children About the EarthquakeYoung children will have many questions about Japan following the news of the earthquake 2011. Children's books on Japan can be a great resource for talking to your kids about Japan and the people of Japan. -
Raising the Bar: Teaching Kids the Best MannersManners matter. Why not raise the bar and go beyond the basics? Try these tips for teaching kids to have the best manners.
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7 Rules for Teaching Kids to Keep a Bathroom OrganizedRoot canal or clean the kids' bathroom? Wait, I am still thinking. Before we can teach kids how to clean a bathroom, we have to teach them how to keep it organized. -
Make it and Take it St. Patrick's Day Party FavorsHaving a St. Patrick's Day party for some lads and lassies? Forget the goody bags. The real pot of gold is having craft centers with DIY St. Patrick's Day crafts. -
Fun Foam Easter Bunny Crafts for Kids"E" is for Easter and easy with these fun Easter crafts for kids. -
Top Graduation Announcements & Invitations from Etsy Shops for 2011How will you announce the big day for your 2011 graduate? Etsy shops have tons of options for graduation party invitations and graduation announcements. -
Journal Writing Prompts for Students for April: Creative Writing Ideas for Home or SchoolA tisket, a tasket, journal prompts for your basket. Do you need some new journal writing prompts for April?
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April Holidays & Celebrations: Lesson Plans and Fun for the ClassroomYou absolutely do not want to miss No Housework Day this April. Learn about many special days in April that offer fun learning opportunities in the classroom.
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Preschool Music Lesson Plans: "I" is for InstrumentsThe curious preschoolers and the bin of musical instruments are all in the room. Want help getting started with music time? These preschool music lesson plans will be music to your ears. -
Free Garden Lesson Plans: "G" is for GardeningThese garden lesson plans are blooming across the curriculum with science, math, reading, art, writing and more. Ready to play in the dirt? -
Can You Lose Weight with Leslie Sansome's Walk Away the Pounds?With the perfect balance of ease and challenge, I was motivated to do Leslie Sansome's Walk Away the Pounds DVD three times a week for a month. I enjoyed the workout but did I lose weight? -
March Bulletin Board IdeasNeed March bulletin board ideas for the elementary classroom? From National Authors Week to welcoming spring, try these fun bulletin board ideas for across the curriculum. -
10 Clever Ways to Reuse Valentine's Day Candy BoxesThere are many ways to go green with those little red candy boxes. Consider reusing and repurposing Valentine's Day candy boxes. -
Repurposing Projects for Earth Day: Plastic Jar Lid Photo CollagesReduce, reuse, recycle, and don't forget to repurpose. This cute Earth Day craft is a fun way to promote eco-friendly thinking. -
Entertaining Children After SurgeryThe surgery is over and now the really hard part begins. How can you entertain a child that can't get out of bed for days or weeks? Experienced mom survived to share her tips. -
Lack of Sleep Correlates to Obesity in ChildrenHappy meals and video games aren't the only monsters in the closet. Late or inconsistent bedtimes are also leading to childhood obesity. -
Washington's Day, or President's Day, Lesson Plans for the Elementary ClassroomPresident's Day? Washington's Day? Washington's Birthday? The third Monday in February seems to have an identity crisis. Whatever you call it, you can get the history, resources and lesson plans for the elementary classroom here. -
Make Valentine Hearts and Heart Bowls from Handmade PaperThese DIY handmade paper hearts and heart bowls are eco-friendly Valentine's Day crafts. It's hard to believe that something so elegant could be so fun and easy to make. -
The Baby Carrot Controversy: Are Baby Carrots Bad for Our Kids?The cuts, the chlorine and the controversy over baby carrots led this mom up and down the trail of the myths, the misleading and the sugar high of baby carrots. -
Favorite African American Children's Book AuthorsYou've heard of Bill Cosby but have you met "Little Bill" from the Little Bill book series? Find out why kids love him. Celebrate Black History month with award winning children's book authors. -
Journal Writing Prompts for Students for MarchNeed unique journal writing prompts? March holidays offer many inspirations and strategically planned writing prompts can help build vocabulary and review important skills.
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February Bulletin Board IdeasNeed February classroom bulletin board ideas? There's more to love in February than Valentine's Day. From polar bears to chocolate, there's plenty of things to learn and display for February. -
Handmade Valentine's Day Gifts for TeachersWant to make an original, handmade gift for a special teacher this Valentine's Day? This blinged out pen is inexpensive and fun to create. -
Stay at Home Moms: Learning to Say NoAre you starting to feel more like a "stay on the go mom" than a "stay at home mom?" Learn when and how to say no. -
Wizard of Oz Birthday Party IdeasYou don't have to go over the rainbow or down the yellow brick to find Dorothy party ideas. Get DIY ideas for Wizard of Oz birthday parties here. -
Family Fun Dinner Ideas: Foods that Start with Letter BAdd some Bling to your family dinners by focusing on foods that start with the letter B. Kids can learn new vocabulary, try new foods and "B" more invested in family dinners. -
The 25th Anniversary of the Challenger Explosion: Remembering Christa McAuliffe in the ClassroomWhere were you on January 28th, 1986? This teacher was a student watching live television in the classroom. Our own science teacher had applied to be the teacher on board the space shuttle Challenger. How can we honor Christa McAuliffe in the classroom? -
Valentine's Day Crafts for Tweens: Heart Pillows & SachetsValentine's Day doesn't have to be all paper hearts and stickers. Try these easy sewing projects that tweens will "heart." -
DIY Valentine's Day Gifts: Easy Handmade Heart PursesGirls will "heart" getting or making these heart purses as gifts. These easy sew handmade purses are adorable. -
February Holidays & Celebrations: Lesson Plans and Fun for the ClassroomFrom Groundhogs to Grapefruits and Presidents to Polar Bears, there are many celebrations in February that can add to the learning in the classroom. -
Valentine's Day Art Project Lesson PlansThese lesson plans for Valentine's Day art projects teach art concepts and techniques while creating fun Valentine's Day art with many applications. -
Family Fun Dinner Ideas: Foods that Start with Letter AWant to create some A plus family time at dinner? Get kids to try new foods and learn new words and food facts by eating your way through the alphabet. -
7 Valentine's Day Crafts Ideas Using Pipe CleanersAre your kids bored with paper hearts? Get their hands and their minds working with these fun Valentine's Day party crafts. -
Earth Day Recycling Projects & Bulletin Board Ideas for the ClassroomLooking for Earth Day lesson plans? "Reuse" these fun and educational ideas for projects, math problems and eco-friendly bulletin boards. -
7 Ways to Repurpose Old QuiltsGive an old cutter quilt new life with these fanciful ways to recycle old quilts. -
5 Indoor Playdate Ideas Especially for Young BoysGirls and boys will both enjoy these fun ideas for playdates or rainy days but my mom friends sent out an S.O.S. for activities that are perfect for bouncy, busy boys. -
Journal Writing Prompts for Students for February: Creative Writing Prompts for Home or SchoolJournal writing doesn't have to be bland. Use these creative writing prompts to spice up the journal writing for February.
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A Charlie Brown Christmas Inspired Christmas Tree Craft IdeasTry these five-minute, no mess Christmas tree crafts inspired by the Charlie Brown Christmas Special. -
5 Perfect Gifts for People Who Love to Make CraftsIf you need a gift for a creative person, you've arrived. Here's a great gift guide for crafty people. People who love to make crafts will appreciate and be inspired by any of these gifts. -
Mariah Carey Expecting Twins: Hollywood Seeing Double, AgainMariah Carey is expecting twins. Celine Dion's twins are here and celebrity twins seem to be... well, multiplying. Get twin statistics and the celebrities with twins list here. -
3 Days of Chores Kids Can Do Over the Holiday Break: Closets, Drawers and ShoesWhere are we going to put all these new gifts? Chances are it's time to weed out and reorganize shoes and clothes and the school break is a great time to do it. Here's a three day game plan. -
Evaluating Student JournalsStudents are writing away in their journals. How can you evaluate student journal writing? How do you provide feedback for student's journals? Experienced teachers share tips. -
January Bulletin Board IdeasLooking for January bulletin board ideas? Waddle on over to these ideas for penguin themed bulletin boards for January. Science, geography, reading and writing can all be included. -
5 Fun Places to Spend the Day with Grandchildren Around Charlottesville During the WinterThe pools, the splash pads, the putt putt centers are all closed but never fear there are plenty of kid-friendly places to take the grandchildren during winter in the Charlottesville area. -
12 Days of Christmas Crafts Using Kid's Hand PrintsYou've seen the hand print wreaths and the hand print reindeer. Have you seen the hand print dove, baby Jesus or fire in the fireplace? Check out these 12 fun Christmas crafts for kids personalized with their hand prints.
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Journal Writing Prompts for Students for January: Creative Writing Prompts for Home or SchoolNeed unique journal writing prompts for students for January? Find ten January journal writing prompts as well as tips for creating successful journal writing prompts. Spice up journaling prompts with the "seasons." -
Unique Gifts for Football Fan Fathers: Make Dad a Super Bowl Party Gift BasketCreate unique gift baskets for football fans. Get over 20 Super Bowl party gift basket ideas. -
7 Free Family Fun Activities for the Christmas SeasonGet an A plus report card this Christmas with all "F"s: family, fun and free. -
DIY New Year's Eve Crafts for KidsLet kids ring in the New Year with festive New Year's crafts. -
10 Tips for Surviving Student Teaching"You're the student, no, you're the teacher, oh, you're both." Student teaching is a busy and an exciting time in your college career. Use these survival tips for student teachers to ensure success. -
Winter Crafts You Can Create from Disinfecting Wipe CanistersClean up wipes are really convenient but how can we reuse the plastic containers? Check out these clever repurposing projects and fun winter crafts. -
Student Teaching Experiences: What I Learned from Students While Student TeachingThe student teaching experience is meant to be an opportunity for education majors to test their teaching abilities. Experience is the best teacher, right? An experienced teacher reflects on the lessons learned from, not by, her first students.
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7 Unique Gifts for Kids for Christmas 2010Are you looking for unique children's gifts for Christmas? I've done the research but my all kids research team gave the thumbs up (or down) to vote for the most novel holiday gifts. -
5 Handmade Gifts You Can Make in a WeekendPut on some Christmas music and kettle of apple cider and spend some time making handmade gifts instead looking for a parking space this Christmas season. -
New Year's Eve 2010 in Charlottesville: the 29th First Night Virginia CelebrationAre you looking for family fun activities for New Year's Eve? Hoping to hear some great music to ring in the New Year? You can do both on New Year's Eve in Charlottesville. -
IPad Apps They Should Create: My 5 Most Wanted IPad AppsHelp iPad! Forget the tarrot card readings, this mom needs some really helpful iPad apps. -
Most Popular Baby Names for 2010The official list of most popular baby names for 2010 won't come out until May 2011. Find out what past winners, name searches, hit movies and music are influencing the predictions of most popular baby names for 2010. -
Parents Highlight Best Toys for Christmas: Which Toys Will Give You the Most Play for Your Money?Want to buy toys for your kids for Christmas that they will still be playing with next Christmas? Experienced parents offer a shopping guide for toys kids will play with the most.
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Fall Camping Safety 101The gorgeous colors and mild temperatures make fall a favorite time for camping for many families. Fall is beautiful but be aware of the good, the bad and the ugly during fall camping. -
Handmade Gifts for the Thanksgiving HostessDon't arrive empty handed to Thanksgiving dinner. Find the perfect handmade hostess gift here. -
Thanksgiving Decorations Made with AcornsGot acorns? Then you're ready to decorate for Thanksgiving. From super easy to creative and fun, you can create many fall decorations and table centerpieces using acorns. -
Homemade Christmas Tree Ornaments for the Merry Cook and the Happy BakerThese kitchen themed ornaments are really cute and super easy to make. Create homemade gifts, decorate for your Christmas party or make a top chef themed tree for your restaurant or baker with these simple steps. -
Science Lesson Plans for Winter: What Do Insects Do in Winter?How do bugs survive winter? Insects have some amazing strategies including natural anti-freeze. Help your science students creep and crawl through these fun facts about bugs. -
10 Green Stocking Stuffers for KidsLooking for eco-friendly stocking stuffers for kids? The green gifts for kids are fun, safe and priced right for a green Christmas 2010 too. -
10 Ways I Am Going Green in 2011Here's my commitment to help save the earth and be more resourceful and more responsible for my 2011 New's Year Resolutions. We've "come a long way baby" but we can do even better. Here's how. -
12 Days of Christmas Journal Writing Prompts: Writing Activities for DecemberDecember is full of holiday fun and marks a change in seasons as well as the end of the year. Check out these writing prompts for the 12 Days of Christmas and get tips for creating your own writing prompts for each month. -
Best Educational Board GamesGive the gift of learning and fun family with an educational game. This teacher has found some fun choices for teaching math, spelling and prereading for the four to ten year olds on your Christmas list. -
Best Chemistry Sets for Kids for Christmas 2010These chemistry gifts for kids have one perfect formula: they are educational and fun too. -
Using SillyBandz to Teach WritingAre you ready to put all those SillyBandz to good use to inspire writing activities? Get ideas for using SillyBandz shapes to shape writing lesson plans. -
7 Cool Gifts for Kids for Under $15.00Need some super cool but inexpensive kids' gifts? How does fun gifts for under $15.00 sound? -
3 Mistakes Parents Make with Young ReadersFinding reading success at the end of the rainbow is about more than luck. Use these tips to avoid the easy to make mistakes parents make with young readers. -
5 Hot Gifts for Teens 2010Looking for gift ideas for teenagers and tweenagers? Check out this shopping guide for Christmas 2010. From solar to sweet and from girlie to gadgets, here is what's hot for teens 2010. -
Educational Science Kits for Under $25.00Think an educational science kit has to cost big bucks to be big fun? We've set out to prove the hypothesis that there are several worthy science kits for under $25.00. -
Best Free iPhone Apps for PreschoolersLooking for fun or even educational iPhone apps for young children? There are some good iPhone apps for the two to four year old range and best of all, there all free iPhone apps too.
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Best Kid's Crafting Gifts for Christmas 2010: Arts and Crafts Gift IdeasWhen you're shopping for creative kids, you have to get creative too. This crafty Mom and art teacher has done your homework for you with Christmas 2010 gift ideas from $15.00 to $50.00
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Native American Crafts and Activities: The Talking Stick and Answering FeatherThe talking stick craft is perfect for your Thanksgiving lesson plans or Native American Heritage month celebrations. Great for the classroom or family because here's a secret: the talking stick is more about listening than talking. -
How to Make a Milk Carton Haunted HouseGot milk? You can make a spooky and fun haunted house in less than 30 minutes and it's a super cheap Halloween craft too. -
Presidential Election Lesson Plans: P is for PresidentVote for learning about Presidential Elections. Get future voters of America tuned in with these Presidential elections activities.
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Basketball Cake & Basketball Cupcake DesignsNeed some ideas for creating basketball cakes or cupcakes? You've found a slam-dunk here. -
Election Day Lesson Plans: E is for ElectionsVote for Election Day learning with these election lesson plans and resources.
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Journal Writing Prompts for Students for November: Creative Writing Ideas for Home or SchoolIs your journal writing prompts well going dry by November? Try these fresh November writing prompts for student journals or creative writing assignments. -
5 Homemade Halloween Costume IdeasWhat does your child want to be when they grow up? The butcher, the baker the candlestick maker? Probably not but these 5 easy to create Halloween costumes may appeal to your child. -
Creative Dinosaur Birthday PartiesDinosaur parties are a huge hit. This experienced dinosaur party thrower offers ideas from the super creative to the super easy. -
10 Spooktacular Family Fun Halloween Events in Virginia 2010Get the scoop on where to find cat barf cookies, "wild" trick or treating, costume contests and more all around boo-tiful Virginia.
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Homeschooling Families: Are We Too Defensive?A former classroom teacher and seven year homeschooling Mom shares her perspective on "learning" to not be so defensive of homeschooling. -
Cheap Halloween Party CraftsNeed some inexpensive Halloween crafts for parties? Try these pumpkin and jack-o-lantern crafts that say Boo. -
5 Fun Columbus Day ActivitiesGet the facts about Christopher Columbus and his voyage and enjoy these fun Columbus Day projects, games and crafts.
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Best Homemade Halloween CostumesLooking for unique homemade Halloween costumes? This idea may grow on you. -
October Holidays & CelebrationsOctober isn't just about Halloween. It's also Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Pizza Month and more. Do you know when the Sweetest Day is? -
Snow Day Crafts and GamesA snow day survival guide for winter crafts and games that are fun, easy and cheap. -
Journal Writing Prompts for Students for October: Creative Writing Ideas for Home or SchoolTry these fun journal writing assignments that are perfect for October. From peaches to pumpkins and costumes to Columbus, these writing prompts are sure to inspire young journal writers at home or in the classroom. -
2010 Best Gifts for Six-Year-OldsLooking for Christmas gifts or unique birthday gifts? This gift guide is especially designed with 6-year-olds in mind. -
4 Halloween Paper Crafts: No Mess, 5-Minute Halloween DecorationsTry these no mess, quick and easy paper Halloween crafts for cheap Halloween decorations in minutes. -
7 Best Tips for Keeping a Neat Car on Road TripsThe best tips for keeping a car clean during road trips begin before you pull out of the driveway. Find out what you need to have and what you should avoid. What are the worst offender snacks for the car? Which is better, crayons or markers? -
Free Museum Day 2010: Participating Virginia MuseumsMuseum Day 2010 offers free admission to museums. Get the details and learn more about Virginia museums participating in Museum Day 2010. -
10 Kids Movies for Science Class: Popular Movies for Science EducationPopcorn isn't the only side dish available with these kid's movies. Many popular kid's movies have science education. Learn to view these movies as science lessons as well entertainment. -
Science Lesson Plans for Fall: How Do Animals Get Ready for Winter?Keep the kids awake with the science lesson plans on hibernation, torpor, migration and adaptation. Just how do animals get ready for winter? -
Science Field Trips for High School Students in VirginiaFrom biology to geology to physics, Virginia has lots of worthy field trip destinations for high school science classes. -
Science Field Trips for Elementary Students in VirginiaVirginia is rich with hands-on science centers, museums and aquariums that welcome your school science class. Get the who, what, when, where & why on school field trip options here. -
13 Family Friendly Halloween ActivitiesC isn't just for candy. C is for celebrate with these 13 family fun Halloween activities including online games, food, movies, crafts and more. -
Family Fun Ways to Count Down to HalloweenThere are so many fun events and activities related to Halloween. Help your child count down and celebrate them all with these easy to do family fun ideas. -
Creating Inexpensive Decorative Centerpieces for Fall: The Stacked Sticks Vase HolderLooking for inexpensive fall decorating ideas? In about 20 minutes you can create this unique, green decorative centerpiece for your Fall or Thanksgiving table. You'll just need a glue gun and your walking shoes.
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7 Fun and Useful Crafts Kids Can Build with Lego'sBefore you buy it, consider building it with Lego's! Check out these practical projects can build with Lego's.
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Free Preschool & Kindergarten Lesson Plans for Halloween: "S" is for SpookleyParents and Teachers: With The Legend of Spookley the Square Pumpkin you can have pre-k lesson plans including phonics, writing, art, colors, shapes, same and different. What more could you want? How about a listening and movement activity too? -
7 Great Magazines for GirlsThere's a new magazine in town for girls and some old favorites are still opening doors for girls too. For girls who love horses to hair styles, animals to archeology, you can find the perfect gifts for girls here. -
Halloween Lesson Plans Featuring Spookley the Square PumpkinAre you going crazy looking for a great Halloween book or are you already crazy about Spookley? Find follow up Halloween art activities for The Legend of Spookley the Square Pumpkin here. -
Handmade Halloween Decorations: Spooky Spider WebsCheap Halloween decorations don't have to mean plastic-never-to-biodegrade decorations. That's really just TOO creepy. Try this natural spooky spider web Halloween craft instead. -
Fun First Day of School CraftsTry these A plus crafts to celebrate back to school and make the first days of school extra cool. -
Back-to-School Party Ideas: Pirate-Themed PartiesAn end of the summer party is a fun way to get ready for back to school. Check out this treasure chest of ideas for pirate themed back-to-school parties that won't make you feel like you've walked the plank or broken the bank. -
Homeschooling Tips for Teaching Mutliple Ages & GradesHow in the world can a homeschooling parent teach multiple grades at one time? This experienced mom and teacher has some homeschool tips up her busy sleeves.
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Fun Ways for the Family to Count Down to the First Day of SchoolHow can you help your kids get ready for back to school? Let's count the fun ways that you can count the days.
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Top 15 First Day of School BooksSilly, sweet, surprising - there's a first day of school book for everyone on this list.
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Back to School Dorm List: Must Haves for Organizing a Dorm RoomDorm room 101 begins with these helpful dorm room accessories.
