Tag: education
Top Juneteenth Events for Families
Happy Juneteenth! We celebrate freedom from slavery for all enslaved people on this day. On June 17, 2021, President Joe Biden signed legislation making...
Carylee Carrington: Mom of the Month [June 2026]
The Washington, DC area is full of amazing moms. There are working moms, stay-at-home moms, single moms, moms of multiples, foster moms, adoptive moms,...
The Ultimate New Parent Survival Guide
Congratulations! You’re about to embark on the most rewarding (and sleep-deprived) adventure of your life. Babies are tiny, adorable tornadoes of chaos, and having...
30+ Best Places to See and Experience Animals
Animals are magical, wild, and super cute. If your kids are anything like ours, we love to see animals all over the DMV (DC,...
Candy-Themed Fun Math Learning Activities for Little Kids Ages 2-5
If you're looking for a way to get your little one excited about learning math, these candy-based ideas are definitely ones you want to...
Peep, Peep! Three Life Lessons from Raising Backyard Chickens
When we first embarked on our raising backyard chickens, we never imagined all the amazing life lessons chickens would teach us and our children...
24 Northern Virginia Summer Camps for Preschoolers
If you're still looking for a summer camp for your preschooler, never fear! Here's a guide to Northern Virginia summer camps for preschoolers. See...
Discover The Gardner School Difference
Choosing the right preschool is one of the most important decisions parents make. The Gardner School knows that early childhood education lays a strong...
5 Family-Friendly DC Environmental Film Festival Films
The DC Environmental Film Festival (DCEFF) is an annual showcase of 70+ incredible environmental films, screening across D.C's local theatres, museums, embassies, and universities...
6 Strategies to Lower Utility Bills and Keep Kids Comfy and...
If you are still in shock at your latest utility bills, know that you are not alone. Parents across the DC region have been...
Guide to Spring Activities and Events
Spring is finally here and we are ready to celebrate! Find must-do Spring activities and events with kids, fun parks that are worth the...
My Love of Books and Why I Love Read Across America
It is National Read Across America Week. This week is celebrated March 2-6, which encourages us to celebrate and promote reading. I love to...
4 Ways to Celebrate Presidents Day in Washington, D.C.
There are countless ways to educate children about the history of our leaders and how their actions affected the nation. And, here in Washington,...
4 Tips for a Valentine’s Day Toddler Playdate!
As a kid, Valentine's Day was always one of my favorite holidays. I loved the crafts, creating valentines, exchanging valentines with my friends, and...