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The 10 Best Back-to-School Apps Will Have You at the Head of the Class

Maura Chwastyk — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 14:53:37 +0000

The weather might be more ice cream trucks and long days at the pool, but the calendar is inching towards yellow buses and new backpacks. Every parent knows about back to school clothes and back-to-school supplies, but nowadays, back-to-school apps are just as important. The best news is there are just as many apps to [...]

What to Buy This Month

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 16:45:25 +0000

Did you know that August is a huge shopping month? You’re gearing up for back to school, but there are a few other things to look for while you’re on the hunt. With the back to school rush getting underway, it’s a great time to buy a backpack. Look for discounts, coupons and door buster [...]

5 Ways to Get Your Kids to Do Their Homework

Paula Kashtan — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 21:09:35 +0000

Fall means school, and school means homework, and homework –- for many a family -– means stress and arguments. But getting homework done doesn’t have to be a daily battle. Here are a few easy ways for parents to make the routine a little easier for kids. 1 Study Daily Every day should [...]

Back To School Basics – Jen's Top Five Organization Tips

Jen Jacobs — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 15:27:41 +0000

With school starting, schedules are going to get crazy. Here are five ways to avoid losing your mind. Getty Images File Your Notes You likely have one textbook, one notebook and one file folder for each class. Add on handouts, worksheets and whatever else they pile on nowadays and if you have seven [...]

Back To School Basics – Jen's Must Have Gear

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 19:45:33 +0000

Pens, pencils, notebooks, folders and a combination lock are likely on the school supply list, but there are some things that may not be on the list that you probably don't want to forget. Here are five things your child may need for the upcoming school year. Land's End Lunch Sack – Land’s End Classmate [...]

Back To School Basics – Jen's Top Five Backpacks

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 17:57:27 +0000

The kids go back to school next week and among the items on that school supply list is probably a new backpack. There are so many to choose from, but which ones are the best? Here are the top five. The North Face Most Rugged – North Face Hot Shot This backpack survived [...]

5 Great Educational Apps for Kids

Paula Kashtan — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 15:12:22 +0000

Ever given a five-year-old with an iPad a dirty look? Silently tsk tsk-ed in your head? Hold onto your judgment for a minute – they're not all playing Angry Birds. In fact, there are tons of apps out there that are all about learning. Here, we round up the best in a variety of categories. [...]

10 Great Songs About School

Paula Kashtan — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 20:27:07 +0000

We've got ten good reason schools shouldn’t be cutting arts budgets: these great songs about their hallowed halls. After all, if they eliminated music classes, who’s gonna write songs about how cool school is? 10 Be True to Your School The Beach Boys, 1963 Good clean fun. 9 Wonderful World Sam Cooke, [...]

10 Amazing Lunch Boxes

Paula Kashtan — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 21:16:19 +0000

If you don’t want your kids braving the mystery meat this school year, the first thing you need is a super-cool lunchbox. Here are some of our faves: 10 I’m Not a Paper Bag Bag Made of 100% recycled cotton, this non-paper bag sends a (slightly snobby, but hey – you’re being green) [...]

The Top 7 Most Inspiring TV Teachers

Andrea Rosen — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 21:12:45 +0000

As kids around the world continue to put off their summer reading lists and inevitable Trapper Keeper shopping trips, teachers are already prepping to head back to school. And it's very likely that one of those hardworking people could be the biggest inspiration your kid's life. While we can't possibly call out every real-life teacher [...]

5 Fun After School Activities That Keep Kids Learning

Stephen Lenz — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:00:06 +0000

A child’s day doesn’t end when the final school bell rings. In fact for many children it’s just beginning. Where to go for ideas? Oddly, pull from what your kids love most about school — and think outside the sandbox. From the physical, to the brain-challenging to the just plain fun, here are five after [...]

Back to School – How to Plan the Perfect Carpool Ride

Chip Sandalwood — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 13:30:21 +0000

Who says you can’t have your cake and eat it, too? With a good carpool in place, you can save time and money. It just takes a little bit of planning and a willingness to flow with whatever the morning gives you. Here are five tips to help your carpool get off without a hitch.

Roommate Citations Tell Off Lousy Roomies

Shauna Wright — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 15:00:49 +0000

If your roommate is exhibiting less-than-livable habits, don’t just complain — write them a citation.

Although they’re geared toward college roomies, these Roommate Citations from Neatorama work in any shared-space scenario. They cover lighthearted infractions, such as lousy taste in music and leaving an empty toilet-paper roll, plus more serious violations like poor hygiene and a lack of respect for personal property.

Back to School – 5 Tips for Kids Waiting at the Bus Stop

Chip Sandalwood — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 17:00:22 +0000

School is almost back in session, which means it’s time to start brushing up on tips for taking the bus. The school bus can be a great resource for time-strapped parents and independence-seeking children alike. But it also needs to be approached with safety and care.

Here are five tips to make your child’s bus ride the best it can be.