Lazy summer days will be gone before we know it and the routine of a new school year will quickly be setting in! As parents, we always want to make transitions from one thing to another as easy for our children as we can. And, the end of an unstructured summer transitioning back into the demanding routines and pressures of school is no exception. Here...
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Although school takes up most the day and then afternoons and evenings are spent at extracurricular activities, from sports to music to dance, and more, when your children are at home they are probably busy with homework or maybe spending some much deserved free time with friends. With a schedule like that, no wonder it is pretty difficult to find time to get your family...
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Spring 2013 – Looking for some fun learning this summer? Check out the great line-up of UR SPCS classes for the summer. You can even learn how to start a new career in professional organizing by attending our Professionl Organizing Certificate class! This week-long 40-hour intensive certificate program will equip you with knowledge of professional organizing practices; organizing specialties; and typical characteristics of organizers and their...
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We think you’ll find numerous uses for these throughout the home, but they really are the perfect subject organizer for middle school and high school students! The Subject Sleeve is a tough, clear, vinyl pouch perfect for holding a spiral notebook or 3-ring binder, homework folder, and most textbooks. Because of the clear design, students can easily locate and grab a single subject out of...
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More great healthy snack ideas for kids! Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on freshly popped popcorn. Fill a waffle cone with fruit and top with low-fat vanilla yogurt. Add whole grain cheese crackers to a cup of hot tomato or vegetable soup. Dip baby carrots, celery, cucumber slices, broccoli, cauliflower, or cherry tomatoes in low-fat ranch dressing. Dip baked tortilla chips in salsa or bean dip. Toast...
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Geared for pre-teens and teenagers, Why We Need Proteins (Science of Nutrition) helps kids understand the importance of balanced nutrition. Kids will learn why protein is important to the body, how it helps generate new cells, and how amino acids work to build protein. It shows kids how to get enough protein in their diet while eating great tasting food. A great choice to encourage your...
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Make every moment count with the Audible 12-inch Time Timer! This is a fantastic way to teach kids at all ages and ability levels about the concept of time. The graphic clock face gives the child a visual understand of time elapsing. As the bright red disk disappears, everyone can see how much time is left. When the red section disappears, time is up. This...
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The Five Star 7-Pocket Expanding File with Pop-Up Tabs is a super option for the kid who doesn’t like a binder. It’s a simple, portable file holder with colored tab inserts that make it easy to organize paper by class or subject. In addition,pull-up reminder tabs help you remember what’s filed where. The clearview cover allows students to customize the cover with their own style....
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We all know time flies when we’re having fun, and this summer has been no exception. In just a few weeks, students will fill school hallways with eager anticipation of what’s ahead – catching up with friends, meeting new teachers, and commencing a busy lineup of new activities. And, even though the school year tends to be busy, parents often look forward, too, to getting...
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As we begin to think about the next school year, some of you with struggling students may be facing the prospect of “holding back” your child, repeating a grade because they weren’t successful at grasping all of the concepts taught this past year. Some schools might make grade retention mandatory, but in many, the parents have a choice. So what’s best for your child? Consider...
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