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We’re thrilled to be a part of Macmillan’s Outdoor School Super Influencer Team! Launching next Tuesday, April 27th, Outdoor School (from Odd Dot, an imprint of Macmillan Children’s Publishing Group), will have three definitive, interactive nature guides: Animal Watching; Rock, Fossil, and Shell Hunting, and Hiking and Camping all geared towards ages 8-12. There are…
If your child’s school offers a driver’s education class, you may be wondering if in-person instruction is more valuable than what your student can learn in an online or app-based course. While it might be worthwhile to have the opportunity to interact with a live instructor, the typical high school driver’s ed teacher isn’t an…
While there is not a specific correct answer on how a child can learn, common school systems disturbingly correlate learning with scores achieved on standardized tests. This hamper individualized learning and downplays the importance of creativity within the classroom. When education is not structured to promote problem solving and imaginative mindset, children find themselves disengaged…
Whether you have some home improvements, upgrades to do on old equipment or appliances, or outstanding repairs, many aren’t good to attempt in the wintertime. As such, spring or summer is often the better time to tackle them. Accordingly, here is a convenient list of 7 home repairs, upgrades, and general improvements that are worth…
Let’s face it, no one is going to blame you if you go totally overboard on your kid’s Easter Baskets this year. I mean, last year we were in the middle of a panic over the worldwide Covid-19 pandemic and you were probably more focused on trying to procure toilet paper and hand sanitizer than…
Taking care of yourself should be the main priority in your day-to-day life. Doing so will ensure a balance between your mental, physical, and emotional health. Physical, mental, and emotional health are linked in many ways, and they all support and strengthen each other. Dealing with each of the distinct areas of health can help…
Well, first things first, pink diamonds are very valuable on the market. To buyers, sellers and investors. The reason for this is that they are very rare. If you look up the statistics, you won’t believe how much of a small percentage of diamonds produced annually are pink. The demand for these products have increased…
If the thought of letting your kids loose to decorate your home makes you feel horrified, we understand! Images of candy pink walls, crayon drawings, and tons of mess are sure to flash past your eyes at the very thought! But some kid’s decorating projects are easy and a great way to let their creative…
By Laura Putnam In an era of self-help books, yoga pants and high-tech fitness gadgets, getting healthy has never been easier, right? Wrong. Over the past decade there has been no shortage of money spent on fitness. In 2018, the fitness industry generated $92 billion worldwide, and it’s projected to reach $106 billion by 2020, according…
Art speaks to the soul while providing something beautiful to view throughout your home. Have you been wanting to update the art around your home but not sure where to start, especially when it seems like there is little time for anything while raising your family? Adding new art to your home can be a…
Has your kitchen seen better days? Considering this room is one of the main focal points for any family home, an old, tired kitchen isn’t going to help raise the mood of you and your loved ones. Transforming a kitchen with a renovation project is no easy task, admittedly. It’s one that many even try…
As your parents grow older, they will require more care and attention. Now, this is an opportunity for you to be able to look out for them—as they did when you were a baby. The dynamics may be different since senior care is very different from nursery care and babysitting. However, the purpose is the…
If you’ve never heard of Spotify plaques, these are highly original, personalized products that can be made with your favourite song and a beautiful picture, to give to a loved one this year. The product has only recently been released on the market, and features a music-player template very similar to that of Spotify itself….
What’s your comfort food? Cheeseburger? Pasta? Bet it’s pizza. Putting on Netflix, getting comfy on the couch, and ordering pizza sounds like a perfect evening plan. You enjoy that delicious pasta and wake up with a pimple the next morning. Spoiler alert! Do you know your comfort food is playing with your skin? Yes. There…
Hosting a garden party is the height of sophistication, and it is something that everyone should try at least once in their life. However, there are some things that you need to think about when planning such an affair. Here is our ultimate guide to garden parties, to help you throw together a do that…
Your bedroom should be a haven. The place that you can return to after a tough day out in the world, that you can really relax and unwind in. More than that, it should be a place that promotes a good night’s sleep! Upgrade your bedroom style and try these simple things that you can…