Informational education blog posts and printable resources for parents
Books and Guest Posts by I-Reid
I-Reid has written guest posts for the Wise Owl Factory blog and Multicultural Children's Book Day for literacy and social studies.
Prepare for Learning to Read in Kindergarten
Before kindergarten, there is much parents can do (even without using books) to help prepare children to learn to read once school begins.
Teacher and Parent Book Reviews List and Links
This post has links to book reviews for teachers professional development, leisure reading, and books for parenting/caring for children
The Saint Nicholas Day Snow Book for Children
This post is about a very beautiful book for children, The Saint Nicholas Day Snow Book. Child-centered and also educational, this book is wonderful.
Birthday Party with OTC and Free Party PDF
Birthday Party with OTC and Free Party PDF -- this post is about a birthday celebration for a 5-year-old and has a party printable freebie.
Why People Homeschool Recent Study
This post is about a recent study providing insights about why people homeschool. The reasons and course emphasis are many. The study is easy to understand.
Comparison of Two Kinds of Clay for Children’s Handprints
This post has a comparison of two kinds of clay to make children's handprints for ornaments or decor. We share tips on how to use and dry the clay.
Pint Sized Perfectionists Carry a Painful Burden
Pint Sized Perfectionists Can Have a Painful Burden --perfectionist syndrome can be a burden to child and parent. Informational blog post.
Mom for the Holidays Anthology Contributor
Mom for the Holidays anthology is a book of stories of real Christmas and Hanukkah experiences of real people.
Peg Doll Family Clothing Pattern Free PDF
Peg Doll Family Clothing Pattern Free PDF -- This post has a peg doll family clothing pattern sewing craft figured out by making dozens!
Miniapple International Montessori Visit
I recently visited Miniapple International Montessori which has three locations near Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Baby Theme Baskets with Board Books and Toys
This post has suggestions on baby theme baskets with board books to help baby grown and learn. Reading to babies is so important!