Updated for 2022! When winter arrives, many people feel the need to hunker down inside. Well, I say get out and have fun! One way to enjoy the great outdoors this winter is to experience maple sugaring. That’s right! You can learn all about the process to make maple syrup right her in NJ. No … [Read more…]
I absolutely LOVE seeing the leaves change colors in the fall. My boys and I often go for nature walks to point out all the colors we see while collecting leaves of all shapes and sizes. For the past several years, we have turned these leaves into fun learning activities and crafts. I love how … [Read more…]
I am always looking for fun ways to incorporate math into activities we do at home. Whether it is measuring ingredients while cooking, counting all their Disney toys (all over their bedroom floor), sorting shapes or looking for math in nature, my boys are always open to learning new math concepts. That is why I … [Read more…]
Do you Fall in love with Pumpkin Spice Season? Sweaters, apples, scarecrows, and the smell of pumpkin spice everything! We admit it, we fall in love with autumn every year. The whirlwind of summer is overtaken by the storm of artistic leaves and our need to grab the last moment of crisp air before it … [Read more…]
Updated for 2020! As kids play, eat, sleep and enjoy their 2.5 months of freedom, a level of academic regression takes place. Often referred to as the “summer slide,” this is a normal summer occurrence, but for some, this regression makes recouping these skills at the beginning of the year a long and difficult process. … [Read more…]
From exploring aquariums to fishing to taking trips to the beach, we love the water and all the excitement it has to offer. My boys love learning about sea creatures, and they especially love seeing them. Each summer we have special theme days at home, and due to their love of aquatic adventures, we knew … [Read more…]
Pirasta gives kids permission to color on the wall! My family has multicultural roots with most of our extended family being separated by the Atlantic Ocean and living on an island. While most of my relatives live in Puerto Rico, my husband’s family lives in England. We share a love of travel and even compete with … [Read more…]
We are so incredibly excited to partner with Crayola, a company with a long history of combining art, creativity and learning with their wonderful products. We were provided with some amazing new products in order to share them with you and encourage outdoor learning through play! As soon as the warm weather hits and the … [Read more…]
Against the backdrop of winter in New Jersey, the bright red and pink hearts brighten our days as we usher in Valentine’s Day. While this celebration has its roots in Christianity, the exchange of paper cards has been taking place for over one hundred years. At Mommy University, we love a fun celebration yet we … [Read more…]
Updated for 2020-21 School Year! Many families make the decision to homeschool their children. Whether it’s for financial reasons, they are unhappy with the public school system or they feel their children will learn better in the comfort of their own home, homeschooling is an option that many families are choosing more and more. Although … [Read more…]