by Amy LeForge | Aug 11, 2013 | Education
The last school bell of the year has rung, and your kids eagerly raced home from school on that day. You definitely want them to have fun over the summer, but you do not want all of their lessons to unravel either. What are some ways you can keep your children...
by Amy LeForge | Jun 6, 2013 | Education
As kids, we loved our summer breaks. As parents and teachers, we sometimes wonder if it derails a kid’s progress in school. Often referred to as “the summer brain drain,” the worry is that too much down time allows students to not only fritter away what...
by Chris Molnar | Jun 30, 2012 | Family Builder
Remember when you were a kid and June came? School let out and you were on your own. Your mom told you to “use your imagination” and “find something to do.” You did – for a few weeks. Then boredom set in. But at least once a summer, your parents probably arranged...
by Amy LeForge | Jun 14, 2012 | Education
About the guest author: Briana Kelly has over 5 years experience writing content in the area of child development. She regularly writes on behalf of Giraffe Preschools that are based in Dublin, Ireland. Many life-long readers start the habit at a very young age....
by Amy LeForge | Jun 4, 2012 | Education
With the final school bell about to ring as summer break approaches, parents are wondering what they should do to help their children best complete the school year and continue learning this summer. Meeting with teachers and talking to your child about what they would...
