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Creative ways we’re using video to thank teachers after a year like no other
Read Essay →: Creative ways we’re using video to thank teachers after a year like no otherA few years ago, we asked teachers to name their #1 favorite end-of-year gift and the answer was not “cash…
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The vocabulary app my kids think is a game. Shhhhhh!
Read Essay →: The vocabulary app my kids think is a game. Shhhhhh!Do you have a struggling speller? As a homeschool mom, I know first-hand how hard it can be to try…
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7 online resources to supplement your kids’ homeschool learning
Read Essay →: 7 online resources to supplement your kids’ homeschool learningParents are scrambling right now, trying to figure out how to give their kids the best school year possible, which…
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10 things you need to know before using a school-issued laptop
Read Essay →: 10 things you need to know before using a school-issued laptopFor lots of middle school kids, back to school means back to tech. Specifically: school-issued laptops. Of course, when we’re…
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3 best laptop bags for teens that will last longer than a single semester | Back to School Tech 2017
Read Essay →: 3 best laptop bags for teens that will last longer than a single semester | Back to School Tech 2017Since more and more upper and middle schools are requiring laptops or iPads in the classroom, we wanted to take…
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8 of the best reading apps for older kids: Back to School Tech Guide 2015
Read Essay →: 8 of the best reading apps for older kids: Back to School Tech Guide 2015It may sound a tad hokey, but reading really is fundamental to school and life in general, which is why…
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A new educational YouTube channel for kids gives them a crash course in tough subjects
Read Essay →: A new educational YouTube channel for kids gives them a crash course in tough subjectsAs a homeschooling parent of three, my older kids and I are big fans of the Crash Course educational video series…
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Metamorphabet spells a good time for kids
Read Essay →: Metamorphabet spells a good time for kidsI’ve always been partial to kids’ apps that play around with words and letters. They just feel like good, clean fun.…
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Sprigeo Online Reporting System: Report bullying anonymously thanks to tech
Read Essay →: Sprigeo Online Reporting System: Report bullying anonymously thanks to techBullying is an issue that’s getting so much attention these days–and yet, it’s still a big problem. While we’re glad to…
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How to save your lunch with science!
Read Essay →: How to save your lunch with science!Whether it’s the mean kid on the school bus who’s constantly trying to snag your kid’s cookies (I’m watching you, Logan!)…
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Communicating with your child’s teacher and class without mass email chains? Thank you, Remind app.
Read Essay →: Communicating with your child’s teacher and class without mass email chains? Thank you, Remind app.With back to school officially here, I cannot tell you how much I love the benefits of organization and communication apps…
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12 of the best educational apps for preschoolers: Back to School Tech Guide 2014
Read Essay →: 12 of the best educational apps for preschoolers: Back to School Tech Guide 2014We’re so happy to kick off our 2014 back to school tech guide with one of our favorite, and most…
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Lyka’s Adventure apps and toys brings earth science to life for kids in the most fun way
Read Essay →: Lyka’s Adventure apps and toys brings earth science to life for kids in the most fun wayWe are so excited about the range of science and technology toys that are being created for our kids these days.…
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Khan Academy SAT prep: Absolutely free. Because every kid deserves a chance to go to college.
Read Essay →: Khan Academy SAT prep: Absolutely free. Because every kid deserves a chance to go to college.It’s been 10 years since Sal Khan first started creating educational video tutorials to help his niece across the country…
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Be an organized parent and classroom volunteer with 9 helpful apps and websites
Read Essay →: Be an organized parent and classroom volunteer with 9 helpful apps and websitesEver since my kids started elementary school, I have always tried to volunteer and chaperone whenever possible, especially in these…
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Kids’ music download of the week: The Verve Pipe’s Homework Blues Stomp
Read Essay →: Kids’ music download of the week: The Verve Pipe’s Homework Blues StompAhhhh Sunday–the day when school-aged kids everywhere realize they forgot about that big homework assignment due this week and send…
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A unique school fundraising idea using your very own photos
Read Essay →: A unique school fundraising idea using your very own photosSchool fundraisers are increasingly necessary these days with so many funding cuts, but we all know that even as kids…
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Target is giving $5 million to schools. Here’s how your school can get some of that.
Read Essay →: Target is giving $5 million to schools. Here’s how your school can get some of that.Like so many of you, I’m committed to supporting my kids’ school. Whether it’s volunteering my time in the classroom,…
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Better lunch planning through technology
Read Essay →: Better lunch planning through technologyHere is a typical weeknight in my house. After dinner is made and I have digested, the dishes are all…
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Coordinating holiday parties and sports teams? Cross coordinating off your list
Read Essay →: Coordinating holiday parties and sports teams? Cross coordinating off your listA few classes at our school are hosting a big ol’ holiday pot-luck this week and whenever I get wind…