Why is Mental Health Important for Students?

Why is Mental Health Important for Students?

In Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, safety and security are foundational. Without a solid, healthy mindset, a student will never learn. In fact, in education, there is a common phrase: “Maslow before Bloom.” This refers to Maslow’s physiological hierarchy and Bloom’s...
How to Break Cell Phone Addiction

How to Break Cell Phone Addiction

That moment when you realize you’ve left the house and you’ve got your keys, your wallet, and no cell phone. Do you turn around and get it? What if you break down? What if you get into an accident? Do you ask to use the other guy’s phone? How on earth did you...
The Joy of Learning Outside the Classroom

The Joy of Learning Outside the Classroom

As parents, it’s our job to help find ways for our elementary-aged children to learn and grow in an enjoyable way. We have the perfect list of activities to keep your young learner actively engaged! From reading and writing – unleashing literary creativity...
How Much Screen Time is Too Much?

How Much Screen Time is Too Much?

Many of us were young adults before we had access to our own television and computer screens, let alone handheld devices like smartphones. We lived a constructive life, playing outside, inventing games indoors, and occupying ourselves with what we had.  The world...