Read a Book Day

Read a Book Day

Yay! One of my favorite days is here. September 6th is national “Read a Book Day!” We are calling on all book lovers to grab a book they might enjoy and spend part of the day reading! It’s one of life’s simple pleasures. You can even start or join a book club where you will […]

Happy Dog Day!

Happy Dog Day!

Bow-Wow! Let’s spoil our four-legged paw friends especially on National Dog Day! Why not: Buy a special toy for your puppy dog Play with your dog Praise your dog Give your dog a special food treat Give your dog a bath or haircut Go for a walk with your dog Pet your dog Look at […]

Explore Your Child’s Options

Explore Your Child’s Options

Help your child be prepared for anything coming their way! Findsomethingnew.org is a website that highlights educational pathways, self-assessments, scholarships, and information about rising careers. It also provides a directory of services like childcare and food assistance. The Interest Assessment shows results for six unique career paths: Realistic (hands-on, building) Investigative (intellectual activities, problem solving) […]

VOTE – Primary Election

VOTE – Primary Election

Remember to vote in your state primary election in 2020. A primary election is when voters show support for their favorite candidates and issues for an upcoming election. Tips for teaching your child about the voting process: Model the behavior. Show your child the location where you will be voting. Take something age appropriate to […]