A guest article from Emily Goodstein, Temple Sinai Nursery School parent.
As if in the blink of an eye, we found ourselves out of baby life and suddenly contemplating our toddler’s very first school opportunity: preschool. Being first-time parents, we...
The public libraries in the DMV area are true community gems, each offering a unique array of programs and resources. From engaging story times and enriching summer reading programs to vibrant play areas, arts and crafts activities, and various...
I remember when Halloween felt like one of the most exciting days of the year! In grade school, my friends and I would meticulously plan our costumes and trick or treating route. We'd count and trade our candy on...
Finding a learning environment that will stoke your child’s curiosity, encourage them to think critically, and nurture their strengths is important for every family, but the decision-making process can feel overwhelming. Here are a few tips Lowell School offers...
Seeing the devastation throughout North Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, and Florida after Hurricane Helene is heartbreaking. Rainfall, flooding, wind, tornadoes, and thunderstorms wreaked havoc on this area of the country. The impact was unprecedented, severe, and has put a long...
Thinking about preschool but not sure where to begin? There are tons of online resources available (including our Comprehensive Preschool Guide!), which are a great start.
But, you'll never really know for sure if a school is the best fit...
With so many amazing preschools in the DC area, it can be hard to decide which is best for your child and family.
We created this comprehensive list of local preschools to help ease the decision-making process for you. Read...
As summer fades and that crisp fall air arrives, back-to-school season is officially here! This time of year can bring a mix of excitement and stress. Whether you’re balancing work, managing the household or both, transitioning from lazy summer...
I planned to write about "Why Summer Break is THE WORST" then didn't... Everyone is so excited for summer break and I get that--if you have relaxing vacations and days laying by the pool with a book and a...
Aquatic animals occupy a special place in my kids' imaginations. So we regularly visit our aquatic friends. To me, it seems like a very repetitive and sometimes even boring endeavor. So I have come up with alternative activities to...
The Washington, DC area has gobs of activities, events, nature, museums, etc. Here is our list of 101 best things to do with kids in the Washington, DC area. This is broken up by indoor, outdoor, and based in...
They say it is never easy to say goodbye to your child moving onto college. We will instead say, “see you soon,” even though that seems like a lie, because soon is not another day or two, it could...
Happy National Pollinator Month! As I ease my family into "slow down summer" mode, I still like to have lots of options for activity and learning at hand, and this is a great start. June 17 - 23 is...
“Go, go, go!” My two little boys are interested in anything and everything that moves (planes, trains and automobiles, anyone?). Since we drive by Reagan National Airport and see planes overhead often, their interest in aviation has soared (pun...
In + Around DC
20 Toddler-Friendly Summer Camps in DC
I cannot believe that I am searching for summer camps for our preschooler, but here we are.
Below is a list of summer camps for...
