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The Time is Right for a School Lunch Makeover

Nationally, one of the conversations taking place revolves around school lunches. The good folks at InsuranceQuotes.org sent over this infographic, comparing US meals to those of other countries. It’s very interesting! Earnest Parenting: help for parents who are...

Becoming A Star

(So much of what I write is aimed at parents and educators, but this article is different. I encourage you to share this with any middle school and high school students who are in your life.) There are great lessons that nature teaches us, if only we pay attention....

A New Approach to Solving Learning Problems

Dealing with a learning problem? You may need a new approach. The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. Einstein coined this phrase, and it holds true now more than ever, especially when referring to...

How To Balance Mom Duties With Scholastic Tasks

It may seem that balancing your family duties with your schoolwork is a daunting task. There’s so much to do and juggle. However, with these tips you can maintain a healthy life for you and your family. Create a Schedule One of the first things to do is evaluate your...

Uppity Owl Loves to UpCycle!

I was contacted recently by Monica Blas, the author of the new book Uppity Owl. This eBook is scheduled to release on October 1 (that’s next week!). Uppity Owl is a super cute book about a little owl who uses found objects to make treasures for others and...