• The Best Growth Mindset Picture Books For Upper Elementary

    The Best Growth Mindset Picture Books For Upper Elementary

    Living in the Upper Elementary world, I am all for a good chapter book novel study. Talking about theme, symbolism, and character development are just a few of my favorite things to teach. The hidden secret with all of this, however, is that picture books are just as beneficial for these things in Upper Elementary…

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  • 10 Reasons Why we Chose to Homeschool: A Public School Teacher’s Perspective

    10 Reasons Why we Chose to Homeschool: A Public School Teacher’s Perspective

    There has always been the saying, “never say never”, and this was one situation in my life where that could not have been more true. I grew up as the oldest of six kids and we all attended and graduated from the Public School system. From there, we have all gone on to get careers…

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  • An Experienced Guide to Packing for a Scheduled C-Section

    An Experienced Guide to Packing for a Scheduled C-Section

    When preparing for a C-Section (Cesarean) delivery, what you pack in your bag can be extremely helpful for the initial recovery. Here is what I found to be most helpful. After having three C-Section deliveries and comparing my hospital stay and needs to those who have had vaginal deliveries, I was quickly drawn to how…

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  • 16 Things I wish I knew Before my C-Section

    16 Things I wish I knew Before my C-Section

    With pregnancy comes the desires, fears, and excitement for the birthing experience. I was never the type of person who saw myself with an unmedicated or home birth, but I also never saw myself having a C-Section (cesarean). Three children and three C-sections later, I am here to tell you that birth plans are not…

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