Is anyone else out there starting to realize that the demands of parenthood are constantly changing? It feels like as soon as we get into a flow where everything is going smoothly in our house, something changes forcing us to mix things up and find a new system. Let me offer an example to clarify what I'm getting at: take technology, for example. Just as soon as I feel like … [Read more...] about 9 Best Tablets for Teens and Tweens
Great Unique Gifts and Toys for Siren Head Fans 2021
If there is an online gamer in your life but you don't know much about that world, you may be scratching your head trying to figure out a gift that they would appreciate. Odds are they know about Siren Head, who has become a part of internet folklore, and hence would love a Siren Head (aka lamp head) themed gift. First, some background: Siren Head is a horrifying, mysterious … [Read more...] about Great Unique Gifts and Toys for Siren Head Fans 2021
Best Water Bottles for Teens and Tweens
Before I tell you about some of the best water bottle options out there, let me applaud your decision to make this purchase. Not only will a reusable water bottle teach your adolescent about reducing waste, but it will also encourage increased water consumption which has more than a handful of health benefits for all of us. I'm not a medical expert by any means, but I … [Read more...] about Best Water Bottles for Teens and Tweens
72 Great Virtual Scavenger Hunt Ideas
I was first introduced to the idea of a virtual scavenger hunt by my son's first grade teacher. Amidst COVID quarantine, she was making extra effort to keep her students engaged while participating in Zoom lessons. One time she challenged them to step away for a few minutes to find something that made them happy. When they returned, everyone had a chance to share their item … [Read more...] about 72 Great Virtual Scavenger Hunt Ideas
Andrea Dow: Music Teacher, Blogger, Composer, Author, and Mother
If you are immersed in the piano teaching world (like I am), you are sure to recognize the name Andrea Dow. But even if you don’t have any interest in piano pedagogy, you can’t help being impressed with this ambitious, creative woman. Not only do Andrea and her husband Trevor run a very successful piano education website, Teach Piano Today, and publish their own method … [Read more...] about Andrea Dow: Music Teacher, Blogger, Composer, Author, and Mother