In the middle of all of the excitement and hustle, however, it’s easy to forget that there are people who are genuinely hurting at the beginning of this new school year: nobody more than parents who have lost children. As they watch their peers’ children (and even their deceased children’s friends) grow another year older and enter into a new grade, it is insanely painful to deal with the fact that their own won’t be joining them. Read More
Strangers on Plane Hand Hundreds of Dollars to Teacher at a Low-Income School
Bermudez shares that she saw a $100 bill on top and immediately began to cry, promising him that she will make good use of the money, buying her students books and giving back to their community. When she got home later that evening and finally counted the money, she realized that this man gave her $500. Read More
Teacher’s “Summer Packet” Includes No Homework at All, and We Love It
Many times, especially in higher grade levels, students receive lists of things they need to accomplish before the next school year begins: summer reading lists, math drills and worksheets, and more. It can destroy the purpose of a summer break, which should be rest and rejuvenation for kids who work hard and learn so much throughout the school year. Read More
Bus Driver Braids 11-Year-Old’s Hair Every Morning, and the Reason is Heartbreaking
The styles started out simple, one french braid or two. They’ve slowly evolved, and every day Isabella comes to Tracy with a new request, sometimes including fun clips or flowers. Tracy gladly obliges- so much so that several young girls now receive their own personalized hair ‘dos every morning before they walk through the front doors of their school. Read More
Parents Decorate Elementary School Bathrooms With Encouraging Art After Florida Shooting
According to Jones, the idea was thought of weeks ago by a group of parents, but, “the timing with the Florida shooting has definitely made the message have a little more meaning. As we struggle to understand the ‘why’ behind the tragedy, extra kindness and hope is helpful to all,” he says. Read More
16 Great Famous Quotes About Education
The school year may be nearing its close, but our education never stops progressing…at least we hope it doesn’t! Here are some great quotes about education. Read More
Should You Tell Teachers That Your Teen Has Anxiety?
Anxiety is a common condition that often triggers fear, social isolation, or uneasiness. Approximately 10% of teenagers have anxiety, and many schools offer resources to help students with this condition thrive. Read More
Improving Self-Esteem in Teens and Children: An Interview with Susan Lustenberger
Today, Mom’s Choice Awards is proud to announce that we’re introducing a new series of interviews with some of the masterminds behind our favorite family-friendly products. As part of our interview series, we’ll talk to CEOs, product designers, publishers, and more! For our first installment, we’re excited to have had the opportunity to chat with Susan Lustenberger, the creator of the I AM Technique. The I AM Technique bundle recently … Read More
The Importance Of Museums Today
Museums provide people of all ages and backgrounds the opportunity to learn and explore different cultures. Read More
5 Things That Helped Me Through College
In the end, it all worked out. I graduated with not one, but two degrees. The reality of it all though, is that if I had the knowledge that I do now, or some guidance to the options available to me, the direction I could have taken would have been much smoother and much quicker saving me time and money. Read More