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Summer Activities for Teens

Jaimi Erickson — Thu, 15 May 2025 13:42:13 +0000

Oh teenagers! They enjoy when we are out doing things as a family, but it can take hearing some grumbles while we get everyone out the door. As a parent the grumbles as you gather your family for fun events can be discouraging but take heart: your teens are still learning that family is important. […]

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Fun Activities to Help Your Kids Think Critically

Jaimi Erickson — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 17:57:01 +0000

Want your little ones to be good critical thinkers? It’s the smart thing to do, for sure. The better they are able to evaluate information, the more sensible their decisions will be, and the better their grades will be too. But how exactly do you teach critical thinking without boring them to death? 1. Crossword […]

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The Best Puzzles for Brain Training

Jaimi Erickson — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 14:31:52 +0000

Whether you’ve been bored lately and you’re looking for a way to spend your time more meaningfully, or you’ve become aware of the need to focus on your cognitive health, the right puzzles can be a great way to engage your brain alone. However, not all puzzles are the same. They’re going to have their […]

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How Can I Monitor My Child’s iPhone from My Android?

Jaimi Erickson — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 18:47:55 +0000

As smartphones become indispensable to daily life, parents often seek ways to monitor their children’s activities. This is especially true when they use different operating systems like iOS and Android. If you’re an Android user wondering how can I monitor my child’s iPhone from my Android, fret not; solutions are available to bridge this technological […]

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Why Should You Help Your Child with Essay Writing? Pros and Cons

Jaimi Erickson — Fri, 08 Mar 2024 16:03:50 +0000

Essay writing is an important part of a child’s education. It is not just a tool for assessment but as a means to develop critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills. As parents, the instinct to help your child navigate their educational journey is natural. However, deciding to dive in can be uncertain when it comes […]

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5 Ways to Encourage Your Child to Write Papers or Essays

Jaimi Erickson — Mon, 22 Jan 2024 17:56:17 +0000

Writing skills are essential for academic success and personal development. Encouraging your child to write papers and essays improves their communication abilities and confidence. This article will explore five effective ways to motivate and support your child in developing strong writing habits. Encourage Your Child to Write 1. Create a Positive Writing Environment A comfortable […]

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Edible Earth Layers Model

Jaimi Erickson — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 10:37:00 +0000

Any activity that breaks down big concepts into smaller sizes for kids to grasp is a good idea. Models have always been a great way to help children absorb big lessons. This Jello Earth Layers Model is an edible way to show children how the earth is structured on the inside. We started our kids’ […]

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Summer Fun Ideas for Teens and Tweens

Jaimi Erickson — Thu, 03 Aug 2023 15:18:50 +0000

We only get 18 summers to really lean in to building relationships with our children. Maybe we get more after that, but only 18 are guaranteed before they set out on their adult journey. Summer fun ideas for teens and tweens help us make the most of our time at home with our older kids. […]

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Exploring the Scientific Method with Children

Jaimi Erickson — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 17:04:51 +0000

In our unit study on geology, we added an activity for exploring the scientific method. Growing our own rock gardens, or crystal gardens as I call them, was engaging for the kids. They got to prep the entire activity. We followed the steps of performing an experiment. Crystals begin to grow pretty quickly. Exploring the […]

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Hands-On Geology: Rock Identification Kit

Jaimi Erickson — Tue, 09 Aug 2022 12:45:00 +0000

Anyone else have kids that have brought a rock collection into the house? Every time we go on a walk, the twins find that special rock that they just can not leave behind. Taking that inspiration, we incorporated a rock identification kit into our recent geology unity study. >>>You can view all of our Geology […]

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