It is officially November and I can’t believe that 2020 is almost over! It was definitely not a year I expected, but I think I can say that there were a few good things that happened. Like visiting my hometown in Tennessee this summer, or starting a new job at a...
Are you ready for Halloween this year? It may look a little different since we are still in the middle of a pandemic. But we can still have some fun. If you plan to go Trick or Treating this year, it’s important that you are prepared so you only bring home candy...
Are you ready for Halloween? How are you planning to celebrate? There are definitely lots of different options. Here’s one idea: A COVID-19 approved Trunk or Treat! By making some adjustments you can still enjoy a spooky evening! Ask everyone to wear masks, use...
Believe it or not, I hate shots. As someone who works with kids on managing needle phobias, you’d think that maybe I’m a hypocrite. But I find that my needle anxiety not only helps me emphasize with frightened youngsters, it also makes me work hard to come...
Hmmm, I’ve wanted to learn how to hula. What about you? Sometimes we think we know what kids and teens want, but it’s always important to ask. It might be something simple, or something complex. It might be possible to do, or maybe not, but it’s...
Sometimes I feel like I have so many ideas and dreams that when I start to explore them I feel like I’ve walked into a magic wardrobe. But that’s the beautiful thing about minds. They can think of infinite things. When we take our mental health seriously,...
This is a great question to ask your kids and teens. Especially now when things can be very stressful. The last time I made someone laugh was yesterday. I also love telling jokes and being a little silly with my preschool students. What about you? When was the last...
Are you kids getting squirrely? Here’s a fun idea that’s also safe during a pandemic like COVID-19. Try an indoor scavenger hunt. It doesn’t require much, in fact, you can make up your own items for your little ones to search for. But if you’re...
