One of my favorite things to do as a family is to visit a zoo. I love witnessing the wonder and amazement in my boys’ eyes as they see an animal for the first (2nd and 3rd) time! Their faces light up and their smiles come alive as they point to each animal in excitement. … [Read more…]
In Jessica’s article, “Kids & Science” she mentioned that science is everywhere. Growing up in a family that emphasized the humanities, I believe art is everywhere as well. It is great to write for Mommy University to explore these topics individually as well as a collaborative team. Art is not isolated rather it can intersect … [Read more…]
Do your kids LOVE open play sessions at your local playground or indoor play place? For most of you, the answer is a resounding YES! Kids love to run around, climb, jump and play. BUT did you know about all the amazing developmental benefits of this type of play? When kids attend open play sessions … [Read more…]
Grabbing a snack at Whole Foods one day, my son was about to launch into a meltdown triggered by being hangry (this term refers to being angry because you are so hungry). A small vase filled with sunflowers was near him and my new tactic was misdirection. Moving the vase next to my son and … [Read more…]
My son completed Kindergarten last school year. I was so excited for him to attend full day Kindergarten as I am not one of those moms that wants her kids to stay home forever. I believe my children need and long for the challenges and experiences provided at school. Although I provide a great deal … [Read more…]
“Every time you dive, you hope you’ll see something new – some new species. Sometimes the ocean gives you a gift, sometimes it doesn’t.” – James Cameron The director of Titanic, James Cameron, directed a sleeper film many years before his blockbuster called Abyss. In this science fiction film, he takes the viewers to the … [Read more…]
Now that you have made or purchased your Disney Countdown calendar and planned out what you want to see and experience while on your Disney vacation, it is time to create ideas and activities to implement during your Educational Disney Countdown. To make this process easier, I will break my ideas down by 3 categories: … [Read more…]
We all know how important it is to foster the love of science, but since we are not all scientists or teachers, finding ways to do this at home can be a daunting task. I am here as a mom, not a scientist or a teacher, to tell you that introducing science to your kids … [Read more…]
It is never too early to start exposing your kids to letters and words. Although letter recognition is not a focus until preschool and kindergarten, it is important to introduce letters to your kids as early as possible. This starts by reading to your kids every night beginning from birth! Aside from reading each night, … [Read more…]
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