The focus of teachmama.com is to help families make meaningful, lasting connections and to build strong bridges between home and school. Reading Specialist and educator Amy Mascott shares tips, tricks, and ideas for raising big-hearted, curious kids and for keeping parents sane–and smiling!–along way!
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Bring the National Civics Bee to your community
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes
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What is the National Civics Bee?How old must students be to participate in the National Civics Bee?Are their prizes for participants?How does the National Civics Bee work?When does this …
young adult power of attorney: everything you need to know
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes
I could barely wrap my head around the fact that I was researching “Young Adult Power of Attorney” so I am pretty sure that many of you are in the same boat.
So like I’ve done with just about everything from teaching our kids their ABCs, to …
everything your kid needs for college
This is honestly a dream for me–to be able to help other families with this insane college prep summer. Last summer, before our Maddy went to college, I first put off doing ANYTHING for weeks and weeks, and then I went wild, buying nearly everything in sight.
All we really want is for our …
let’s help teachers clear their lists!
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Classroom organization and set-up can be incredibly stressful for teachers.Enter: The Teacher Wish ListWhat does "Clear the List" mean?Who started the "Clear the List" movement?What celebrities have supported #ClearTheList ?How to …
Advancement Courses teach Team: a look at our events
Estimated reading time: 14 minutes
What an incredible year it has been for the Advancement Courses’ teACh Team!
The team has been super busy, and over the past few months, we have covered a variety of topics that are super relevant to teachers.
We have discussed:
what makes …
collaboration and conversation: advancement courses teach team 2022
I’m thrilled to be partnering with Advancement Courses, a leader in K-12 professional development with over 280 online courses in 20 different subject areas.
Professional development for educators is more important than ever, so I’m totally thrilled that we’re continuing our …
FREE super bowl bingo & party games for all fans
Football fans everywhere are prepping for the big game this weekend by gathering food and friends to watch the Super Bowl on Sunday.
While it’s true that many will have their eyes solely on the football game, others may . . . well, need a little something more than the halftime show to …
help kids focus and relax with the buddha board
If you have not yet met the Buddha Board, today is your lucky day.
The Buddha Board is the ideal way to help kids find focus and to relax, and honestly every family could use one.
I would do anything some days to bring a little big of peace and calm–and zen–to our home. With a …
Storyworth review: best gift for parents, grandparents, loved ones
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes
Last year, we gifted my parents and my in-laws Storyworth, and it has been something they’ve talked about all year long.
It’s something we’ve all talked about all year long.
Storyworth is the BEST gift for parents, grandparents, and …
photo books for kids and family: 15 best, coolest, most clever and creative
I’m a hardcore fan of the photo book.
Actually, I’m a fan of any book, but photo books have a special spot in my heart because I love to make them, and I love to get them.
And? They have happily replaced the ole book o’ photos that once took me for-ev-er and a day to …
wine bottle gift tags for teachers
Whether you drink wine or not, a nice bottle of wine makes an amazing gift at holiday time or any time of the year.
Wine makes a quick gift or a more complicated one, depending on how much time you have to ‘dress’ it up.
And wine can be a really affordable gift too if you hit the …
super-cool STEM toys for preschool & elementary schoolers (w free shipping!)
Seriously cool Educational Insights toys are up to 40% off (+my added 10% off = up to 50% off!) with FREE SHIPPING right now. Like today and tomorrow.
There are a lot of choices over there, but I’ll hit you with some of my faves:
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