Previously here at TNN we talked about incorporating streaming options as a way to encourage a general interest in STEM and Science in general. The general idea being that as screen time is already a part of our lives, using family viewing to explore new worlds. Now that we’ve covered the basic types of programs, I have gone ahead and […]
Exploring STEM and STEAM, especially at an early age, is a great way to open kids up to the wonderful worlds of science and math and the future possibilities that come with them. But trying to encourage an interest in science with textbooks and workbooks is like trying to encourage an interest in cooking with a blender manual. I know […]
For many, the last time they saw the inside of a classroom was March. As we are fast approaching August, that is very nearly six months since schools first began shutting down. But with new cases once again on the rise and a resurgence putting vulnerable populations at risk, what does that mean for schools?
We have put together a list of some of our favorite fun family activities for summer that are easy to do, kind on the budget, and keep safety and health a priority for everyone.
Supporting creators of color isn’t just about reducing inherent roadblocks to success and systemic bias for creators, it’s also about opening yourself up to more diverse and incredible content.
The 4th of July is just two days away, and everyone and their mother vows they have the best apple pie recipe. But while I love a good apple pie, it is not something that, even as an avid baker, I am likely to whip up at home. Instead, I have something else I prefer to put together for special […]
Preventing the dreaded ‘Summer Slump’ by keeping kids engaged, active, and curious is an ongoing process. One made all the better with the introduction of a little science to the mix…
In a previous article, we went over some of the basic recommendations for ways to help prevent the “Summer Slump”. Reading and family activities are great ways to keep kids’ minds active and curious during the summer months. Math skills, however, require a slightly different approach. Elementary Summer Math There are about a thousand and games and apps available on […]
“Children are made readers on the laps of their parents,” – Emilie Buchwald
12 Picture Books, 14 Middle Grade, and 12 YA recommendations to meet your Summer Reading needs.
I had planned to write about summer reading recommendations this week, but some things take priority. Right now there are a lot of scary and very intense things happening in the news all across the country and they are not likely to go anywhere anytime soon. As with most things, our kids pick up on more of what is going […]
