ADHD, we have all heard those 4 letters. Whether it’s yourself, your child, your student or a friend, we all know someone who is impacted by ADHD. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder affects individuals of all ages from preschoolers to college students to grandparents. Whether the person suffers from inattentive type, hyperactive type or both combined, … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, I was provided with lessons for my children in exchange for my honest review. Ever since I became a mom, I swore that I would get my kids on skis starting as soon as they were big enough to fit into ski boots! Since I made my kids’ “learn to ski” goal … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, this is NOT a sponsored post but it does contain affiliate links. As stated in my article Build, Create, Play: The Benefits of Playing with Building Toys, construction/building toys have significant cognitive and academic benefits for children of all ages. Not only are they fun and exciting, but they help kids develop … [Read more…]
This post is not sponsored but does contain affiliate links. Are you looking for a fun, entertaining and educational television show that will help your kids learn all about science? Well, then you’re in luck! As a parent there are many things that surprised me including that my children are naturally fascinated by science. I … [Read more…]
At Mommy University, we love art! From music to dance to paintings which is why we published “Kids & Art: What Does Art Teach Our Children?” as well as a follow up on “Drawing the Line: 5 Ways to Encourage an Appreciation of Art”. We believe that The Arts offer amazing opportunities for positive growth … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we were provided Quadrillion from SmartGames in exchange for our honest review. Affiliate links are also included in this article. Like the other smart games we reviewed, IQ Twist and Brain Cheeser, Quadrillion offers a fun brain boosting experience for the entire family. Although it is recommended for children ages 7 and … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we were provided with 2 tickets to giveaway from the Big Apple Circus. PHOTO Credit: Bertrand Guay/Big Apple Circus The circus is coming! The circus is coming! At Mommy University, we LOVE the circus. It is a fun and exciting event that the entire family can enjoy. I love seeing the wonder … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, I was provided with a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. As a school psychologist, I work with kids that exhibit challenging behaviors on almost a daily basis. My colleagues and I have developed numerous classroom interventions and behavior plans for children ranging in age from 3 to … [Read more…]
Living in New Jersey means winters are COLD! The past several years, they have been extremely cold which often translates into days trapped inside our homes. This can be very challenging when your children have not yet developed the ability to entertain themselves. As a parent of 2 kids under the age of 4, I … [Read more…]
As stated in my first Kids and Science article, science is all around us. It is in our bodies, in our kitchens, outside our window and, or course, in our schools. Scientific discoveries can also be done all throughout NJ! There are so many amazing places to visit and explore all over NJ to help … [Read more…]