Lunch Box Round Up for Middle School and High School!
Even though summer has just really gotten underway, it’s nice to be able to cross one or two things off of your Back to School shopping list right now!  For my children, choosing their back packs and lunch boxes is of high importance!  And while they’re […]

A Fun Gesture of Encouragement to Kids of All Ages!
My Daughter’s math teacher ended the school year with a very sweet and creative gesture for her students!  She assembled a collection of seemingly random items in a gift bag, but then enclosed a note that made each piece make sense!  So here’s what was inside […]

Valentine’s Day Treats for School Parties!
Coming up with new ideas for class party snacks is tough!  As parents, we all want to bring in something fun and creative, but sometimes the trickiest treats are too much work or aren’t enjoyed by the kids. 
Another challenge that parents might face is a school district enforcing the policy that […]

Halloween Treats - Thinking Outside of the (Candy) Box!Last year, my son’s teacher banned school treats that listed “sugar”as the first ingredient. This forced me to come up with some creative party ideas!  Many children today also have allergies to various food ingredients such as peanuts.   Here are some of my favorite ideas for alternative […]

Hot Halloween School Treats!
With Halloween looming just ahead, can we really come up with some new ideas for school treats?  The answer is definitely YES!  While it is easy to fill cellophane bags with the usual candies, there are a number of unique treats that will be well received by the little goblins, as well as […]

 How to Make the Most of this Important Meeting!

I know that most of us have just finished attending our children’s back to school nights, but trust me, Parent-Teacher Conferences are right around the corner!  These conferences may seem routine, but they are really a very important part of your relationship with your child’s teachers.   This […]

Have a Fabulous First Day of School!

The first day of school is an occasion of mixed emotions for children and parents– excitement, trepidation, happiness and nervousness to name a few!  And if any of your children are attending a new school this fall, these feelings can be even stronger.  Here are some of my thoughts […]

Lunch Box Round Up for Preschool and Elementary School!

Even though summer has just really gotten underway, it’s nice to be able to cross one or two things off of your Back to School shopping list right now!  For my children, choosing their back packs and lunch boxes is of high importance!  And while they’re looking […]

Throw a Last Day of School Party!

When the last day of school finally rolls around, coming home at the end of the day can be anticlimactic for the children!  My advice is to make the afternoon a special one!  You can take your own kids and a few friends to lunch or out for ice […]

Wrap Up Your Child’s School Year in Style!

Whether we want to believe it or not, the school year is quickly coming to a close!  Children so look forward to the last day of school and celebrating that day is easy and fun!  Here are some of my ideas for enhancing the big day:
Breakfast at the Bus […]