The Tide Pod Challenge and Other Current Trends to Know
January 17, 2022
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Kirie Plante
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Have your kids ever come home from school to tell you about a stunt another kid pulled on a dare? Or maybe you remember doing something yourself which didn’t end too well. I once drank a mini bottle of hot sauce on a…
Plan Your Day: Should I Use A Physical or Digital Planner?
January 14, 2022
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Kirie Plante
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Have you ever felt that you are just getting back into the swing of things as a new school year begins, only to have the holiday season creep up on you? Or maybe you start the new year ready to crush some new…
What Are Some Ways to Communicate with Your Teacher Online?
January 11, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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When I taught first grade, there were few things I valued more than open communication with parents. It was encouraging to see how many parents were invested in their child’s education and even more encouraging to know that my work was appreciated! After…
Smartphone Glossary: Tech Words Your Kids Should Know
January 10, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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Introducing your child to a smartphone is an exciting experience, especially if that phone is from Troomi. Suddenly, your kid has a safe smartphone with the ability to call you if they have any trouble, and a plethora of interesting apps and games…
How to Help Your Children Accept a New Year and Themselves
January 6, 2022
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Jeff Gregson
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While the new year comes with new hopes, new ideas, and new dreams, it can also come with the dread of New Year’s resolutions. We’ve come to despise New Year’s resolutions because we rarely obtain the goals we make. We can’t bear the…
What is Child Pornography and How to Protect Kids
January 5, 2022
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Shanna Hovley
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Our modern world has a lot of new and exciting technology for us and our families. Unfortunately, not all of these innovations are to our benefit. Selfies for example, while a great form of self expression, are usually taken with a smartphone and…
The Benefits of Healthy Boundaries with Your Children
January 3, 2022
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Tiffany Tolman
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In our house, fall equals football. For years, we have supported our son through the ups and downs of seasonal play. But here’s the thing about football—and many other worthwhile pursuits. It doesn’t just happen in the fall. For those dedicated to outstanding…
How to Setup Remote Learning Space for Kids at Home
December 27, 2021
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Sarah Steeby
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While many schools aren’t fully remote this year (you can almost hear parents everywhere cheering), it’s important for your kids to have a space where learning can happen in your home. Developing skills to learn and work effectively from home can be a…