Because tornadoes turn and twist as they move, they’re sometimes called twisters. The new movie, Twisters, sparks curiosity about these extreme weather events and a desire to learn about tornadoes. I enjoyed the original Twister when it came out in 1996 so it was a joy to see the just-released Twisters with my teenage son….
Free Thingamajig Summer Challenge Inspires STEAM Learning
Our kids spend a majority the school year learning about the discoveries of others. They learn how the world works, ways systems have functioned in the past, and inventions by others. They hear about successes and failures, but they don’t always get to engage in learning that unleashes their creativity. This summer the Thingamajig Invention…
How to Extend Shark Week Learning with Outschool Classes (w $50 GC giveaway)
It’s officially Shark Week! If your kids have been captivated and inspired to learn more about sharks, extend Shark Week learning with Outschool classes. Outschool is an online learning platform where over 5,000 top-rated teachers with diverse, experiences, and passion teach affordable age-appropriate classes on all sorts of amazing topics that fit your child’s interests…
Gifts for College Bound High School Grads
Huge congratulations to the high school graduate in your life! As a parent, it’s so exciting to watch your child walk on the stage and off, diploma in hand. Celebrating 12 years of hard work is a wonderful thing before thinking about what comes next. After the high of graduation wears off, the reality of…
9 Ways to Celebrate Star Wars Day
May the Fourth is a day for fans of all ages to celebrate Star Wars Day together. While this day is not officially recognized by Lucasfilm, fans celebrate Star Wars Day on May 4th because of the iconic phrase, “May the force be with you.” 9 Ways to Celebrate Star Wars Day Whether you have…
15 Favorite Gifts for Fabulous Women in Your Life
Some links in my favorite gifts for fabulous women are affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on a link. Mother’s Day is a day to honor the special women in our lives, whether they’re of blood relation of not. While we may demonstrate love and…
International Space Art Contest and Poetry Invites Kids to Imagine Living in Space
When my son was in elementary school, he brought a copy of Space Case home. The book is a about a 12-year-old who is one of the first humans to live on the moon and finds himself having to solve a murder mystery during his space adventure. The book inspired a lot of conversations about…
17 Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for All Ages
Some of the links in this Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas guide are affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on a link. Some items below were provided for review purposes. Candy and flowers are nice but the true way to let someone know that you care…
11 Reasons to Attend the 2024 DC Auto Show
With today being a snow day for so many throughout the DC area, it’s the perfect day to hop on the Metro and head to the Washington, DC Auto Show which opens today at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. The 2024 DC Auto Show features more cars on display than in the past, including…
Annie: The Musical is Coming to DC’s National Theatre January 23-28
When I was young, my parents had season theater tickets. For years, I looked forward to going to a Sunday matinee performance of a musical followed by dinner out. We saw a lot of memorable shows, including Annie. Next week Annie the Musical opens in Washington, DC at the National Theatre and whether you’ve never…
