Pre-Schooler (ages 4-5)

On Rapunzel, Sunshine, Crying, Dying and Shrinking.

Sophia sat on her bed meticulously brushing her hair. It is finally (and just barely) long enough to braid, and she is certain that regular brushing and a good night’s sleep will bring her the golden, toe length tresses she wishes for. Sophia: Mommy, you just have to brush your hair gently every night to [...]

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Excuse Me Ma’am, What Manners?

Today’s word is brought to you by the amazing Nina Badzin, a published writer, aspiring novelist and mother. She’s also quite the twitter guru and shares her secrets on her blog and with all who follow her @NinaBadzin. She’s funny and feisty wherever she goes and I love that Nina shares her opinions and opens [...]

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The Knight Bangs the Princess

Oh yes. Did you not know? Come on, we all knew that during the pillaging of villages the knights sometimes had their way with the peasants but I know from a very trustworthy 2 and 4 year old that those knights…well they banged Belle too. I know…it’s like a fabulous romance novel…not the pillaging of [...]

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Inspiring Achievement at Home

Thanks to the makers of Pine-Sol® for sponsoring my writing. A study shows a clean smelling home can help children succeed, so Pine-Sol® is supporting Reading is Fundamental (RIF) this year. Click “Like” on Pine-Sol®’s Facebook page here and they will donate books to RIF! I honestly believe that children learn the most at home, whether [...]

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Letting a 4 Year Old Make Her Own Choice

It’s all about who’s the boss these days. The power struggle is epic around here and I don’t always win. I’m not supposed to, now that I think about it. Our kids must both learn to take direction from their parents and to push some boundaries as they learn who they are. I guess I [...]

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