Dear Daycare,
It is time for us to part ways because my son is old now. Every time you’ve told us it was time for my tiny son to move up from the one-year-old room to the two’s, to the...
Parents naturally think their children are amazing, talented, smart, and generally above average. But as a mom, I know that if there is something my child struggles with, I want to give him every tool he needs to succeed....
The excitement for the new school year is growing in our house. We are anxious to meet our teachers and see friends again. We absolutely love our school. The teachers and administration are fantastic at keeping us informed and involved. I...
A while back, I did a post about why single moms “rock." I needed some pictures to go with the post, so I set up a super informal photo shoot at Guitar Center in West Des Moines to get...
Izaiah's Story (as told by his mother, Janelle)
Izaiah was born at 36 weeks in Chicago, Illinois, on a Thanksgiving weekend getaway. He was 6 lb 6 oz but the doctors soon found out he had an enlarged bladder and...
Last month I shared tips on how I help my reluctant readers. One of my suggestions was to pick books, characters, or authors they love. I know that is easier said than done, so I have made a list of some...
I knew it would be one of the more labor-intensive decisions I would make as a parent. I wanted to take my time, do research, ask friends questions and for recommendations, and find just the right place for my...
This post is part 5 of 5 in the Back-to-School 2015 series.
To My Child's Teacher,
I see you. Smiling. Laughing. Clutching your coffee.
I see your desk piled with papers. I see your bag filled with books.
I see your eyes. Scanning, assessing, always...
This post is part 3 of 5 in the Back-to-School 2015 series.
Back to School (BTS).
Ooh....
That little phrase can elicit an array of emotions depending on whose sweet ear it befalls. Fear, joy, remorse, dread, elation.... How do you feel...
This post is part 2 of 5 in the Back-to-School 2015 series.
School is about to kick into gear, and that means… I have to, too!
Where homeschooling is really this work-at-home mom’s full-time job, Summer Break is my vacation –...
In + Around Des Moines
Summer Programs at The Little White Schoolhouse
Keep your kids engaged with learning during the summer with Jump Start at The Little White Schoolhouse in Ankeny, Iowa. It is designed to...
