I'm always looking for ways to make my kids' screen time more valuable--both in the classroom and at home.  That's why I love the idea behind the new streaming service app, Vooks!  Vooks is like the Netflix of children's books, offering better screen time for kids with animated storybooks. This is a sponsored post.  All opinions are my own. A Vooks subscription ... Read More about Animated Books for Kids

I have always loved giving my students little themed gifts throughout the year.  And now that I'm the mom of a preschooler, I'm also having fun sending in treats for my daughter's classmates! For Christmas this year, I thought it would be fun to create Play-Doh Christmas tree kits!  Instead of just a little toy or trinket, these kits will allow kids to use their imaginations ... Read More about Play-Doh Christmas Tree Kits

Communication with parents is KEY when you're a teacher.  Unfortunately, getting in touch with parents isn't always easy.  Notes get crumpled in backpacks, phone calls home go unanswered, and scheduling conflicts can get in the way of face-to-face meetings.   This is a sponsored post.  All opinions are my own. Luckily... there's an app for that!  I was recently ... Read More about Parent-Teacher Communication Made Easy