Education + School

UnityPoint Health has launched the Imagine the Amazing contest, which will award $25,000 this fall to a school to help its students live well. Healthier. Happier. Making a dream come true.

Do you have a child about to make the leap from elementary to middle school? If this is your first child to make this move you may be wondering what those first days and weeks may be like. Having...

It's January and probably the last thing on your mind is the following school year.  For our family, what to do for our children's schooling has been a topic of many conversations!  While we were leaning towards homeschooling, a...

Having been an elementary teacher, I often get asked school related questions. One of the most frequent questions sounds something like this: How am I supposed to help my child with his math homework when I don't get it myself? Love it,...

  The Goddard School® offers the Best Childhood Preparation for Success in Iowa For nearly 30 years, The Goddard School has been a trusted name among parents and families. Its classrooms provide safe, nurturing environments for children six weeks to six...

Should you read nursery rhymes with your babies? Toddlers? Preschoolers? The overwhelming evidence suggests a big, resounding YES! But aren't they old and outdated? Before you jump to conclusions about reading centuries-old poetry, hear me out. I recently read an article about...

Am I choosing my son’s future path with this ONE choice? Redshirting for kindergarten. This question has been jumbled around in my brain since October. Trying to decide if we will redshirt my son for kindergarten. How do moms handle...

Help your child learn, grow and succeed with this amazing preschool curriculum. I have loved using it with my girls and I am thankful for the opportunity to try it. Funshine Express makes learning super easy and fun. This...

Last month I shared tips on how I help my reluctant readers. One of my suggestions was to pick books, characters, or authors they love. I know that is easier said than done, so I have made a list of some...

Do you have a hard time understanding your toddler? Does your 3rd grader’s reading sound choppy? Would your high school student benefit from organization and study skills? Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center offers free educational screenings to help determine whether...