Of course, the best way to expose children to different cultures is through authentic experiences, such as visiting far away lands and engaging with real people. Putumayo Kids has the next best thing with their "world culture" collection of sticker and coloring books. These books … [Read more...]
Reflections on 9/11
For my parent's generation, it was the assassination of JFK. For my generation, it was the space shuttle Challenger exploding...that is until September 11. My daughter, who is my first born child, was only two-months-old when the Twin Towers fell. Similar to the Challenger … [Read more...]
Improving School Food: If LA Unified Can Do It, Why Not Your District?
Los Angeles Unified is the second largest school district in the United States and has the greatest number of students in California. In 2009-2010, LAUSD educated 677,538 children, a number I can't comprehend. LA Unified has taken steps to improve school lunches! Fresh food … [Read more...]
Green Back to School: Avoid the Antibacterial, Triclosan Hand Soap
My kids started school last week. Schools can be toxic places. From pesticides and herbicides used outdoors to harsh chemical cleaning products used inside, our children are exposed to many toxins while getting an education. One area of concern that you can easily change is … [Read more...]
Best eReader for Kids Update: Kindle Beats iPad and Nook
My daughter is a reader! She amazes me. She loves her eReader, as well as paper books. The eReader is convenient for buying new books, and it doesn't take up much space on her overflowing bookshelf. Without a library within 100 miles of our home, the eReader is the best … [Read more...]
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