Admit it, summer is fun. Changing from the summer mindset to back to school, on the other hand – for homeschooled and public schooled children alike – can be a tough time for your child. Understanding how your child is feeling is the first step in helping them to learn life skills that will stay […]
Over 12 Welcome Back to School Letters
Back to school time means getting to know new classrooms, new subjects, and new teachers! If you’re a teacher welcoming new students, you might be thinking of ways to get to know them and make them feel at ease. If you’re a parent, you might be thinking of ways to help your kids get to […]
Back to School Worksheets
Back to school time is usually pretty exciting for young kids. But after spending summer break having tons of fun, children might not be in the “mood” to get back to formal learning. These back to school worksheets can help! If your kids are in public school, you can use these worksheets to help your kids […]
Great Back to School Books!
Are your kids ready for the new school year? If you don’t homeschool them, are they a little nervous about the first day? These Great Back to School Books should help your child to start school off on the right foot! If you do homeschool, your kids will still enjoy the following books about the […]
uKloo Early Reader Treasure Hunt Game Review (NYC)
Just in time for Back to School uKloo Kids, Inc. brings you the children’s literacy game Early Reader Treasure Hunt. Developed as a reading game with the help of teachers, parents, kids, and special needs family testers, kids use clues and a “picture helper” poster to search and follow directions to the next clue. As […]
3 Back to School Must Haves! (NYC)
It is always a challenge every school year to find my son (turning 5), a backpack or bookbag that is not character-related. That’s why I loved Bixbee’s Flyers backpacks! My little guy loves his Rocketflyer bag, which features a patented horizontal design that keeps supplies within easy reach. The cover flap pocket opens to a […]
Outdoor Explorer: Back to School Style for Boys
Do your boys have a specific Back to School style? Back to school style is a big deal for kids, especially boys. There are some really awesome options when it comes to boys clothing. The thing with boys is that accessories are an option and its really more about the clothing combination. Sunglasses, jackets, and cool socks […]
Strategies for Coping with Back-to-School Anxiety
Thomas is entering second grade this year and is definitely experiencing Back-to-School Anxiety about it because it is “hard” and “Zack won’t be there” to help him out if there are any problems. Plus, he is going to have to ride the bus by himself every day this year! When kids experience anxiety about going […]
Back to School Coloring Sheets
Can you believe it? It’s almost back to school time already! If your young children are already dreading the first day back, you can help them get excited with these printable back to school coloring sheets! There are printables here for both preschoolers and elementary-aged children. Plus, some of them feature basic skills such as sight […]
How to Plan For Back to School Shopping
Planning is the best way to get the most for your time and money. And when it comes to back to school spending, the goal is often to do it as quickly and as cheaply as possible. While it may seem too soon to start thinking about back to school shopping, it is right around […]
Back to School Supplies List {Save Now!}
I had no idea so many of you wanted a back to school supplies list! I have been on vacation and came home to several emails in my inbox asking for the typical list of supplies. Some of you are homeschooling Moms wondering what things you should stock up on this year because you know […]
Back to School: Backpacks and Lunch Boxes for Girls
Summer is wrapping up are you ready for all of the Back to School buzz? Back to school is a fun time for kids and picking out backpacks and lunchboxes are just as important as shopping for clothes. Backpacks are important and they are a trendy part of every girls wardrobe. Backpacks and lunchboxes are fascinating and […]