With the current shutdown of schools, including preschools, in Vermont for the remainder of the year, I’ve seen many parents say, “I know what to do...
Chances are, if you have a school-aged child, your child’s school is currently using a positive behavioral system as part of their school's behavior...
  Kids can join in the fun too! We have put together 5 fun ways kids can learn and share during inauguration day! Please share your fun...
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Now that Nora is two, I've begun to realize that she is need of some more structured activities and intentional learning time. As a...
I’ve heard it said, kids are terrible at doing what we say, but experts at copying what we do. In my experience, it couldn’t...
Before I settled on a preschool for my son last fall I was kind of anxious about it. Quite frankly, it was ridiculous. It's...

A Hair Story

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There are many adjectives that can be used to describe my daughter’s hair: curly, twisty, kinky, coily, afro, poofy, big, natural, 4C and nappy...
Someday, summer will actually be here. Kids will finish school and summer play dates will be in full swing. Does your child have any friends...
My daughter loves sticks. And rocks. And dirt. And flowers. And all living and crawling things. We have a rock collection in front of...
Nature has always been an important part of my life. I remember climbing trees and building forts in the strip of woods behind my...
There are many, ever-changing books, blogs, and websites on the topics of pregnancy, labor and birth, breastfeeding, and newborn/child wellness. Whether you are having...
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The Preschool Bully

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Like most moms, I can easily turn into scary mama bear when somebody threatens to, or actually hurts my child. There have been times at...
During the last three years, I have worked as a substitute teacher, and it has become more and more apparent to me that people...

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The UVM Men’s Soccer National Championship Matters to Vermont Families

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Late into the evening on Monday, December 16, I lay in bed while my three kids were asleep, watching the Men’s National Collegiate Soccer...