Christmas Revels at the Scottish Rite Center

The Christmas Revels at the Scottish RiteCenter in Oakland, Ca has been a family tradition for my son and I for years. this year was extra fun as my son had a friend who was actually in the show! Because of our inside connection, we got to see the set being built, and we helped take down the set and even got invited to the cast party.

Cursive Workbook Recommendation

My son is really enjoying the Carson Dellosa Traditional Cursive book. He likes that it starts easy enough for beginners. Also, it ends with a child writing full paragraphs! Resources: Traditional Cursive Carson Dellosa by Suzanne Lowe Wilke Carson-Dellosa Publishing LLC PO Box 35665 Greensboro, NC 27425 ISBN 978-0-88012-826-1

free scary pancake for children on Halloween at i-hop!

Children receive a free breakfast at all participating i-hop restaurants this Halloween!

math module program: Eureka Math

I am reviewing a new math module program called Eureka Math, still in the beginning stages of reviewing.

A Wonderful math resource website: Zearn.org

I discovered Zearn.org from a teacher whose school uses this site! Resource: Zearn.org

Toy Review- Treasures of the Earth Excavation Kit by GeoCentral

My son worked on this excavation kit at a friend's house. Everything is included so it is great for a party or group lesson. Children learn about the rock cycle by excavating 12 different types of rocks. Warning: This activity is not appropriate for children under 3 years old. Kit includes: 1 Earthen Rock 12 Rock Specimens 1 Collector's Box 1 Sheet of Number Labels 1 Wooden Digging Tool 1 Wooden Brush A Guide Booklet Resources: GeoCentral 6049 Hi-Tek Court Mason, Ohio 45040 USA

Dump truck toy for children ages 3 and up, made from recycled mild jugs!

My son loved the dump truck I got him from Kumquat Home and Art Accessories in San Francisco. It is made from recycled milk jugs so is super environmentally friendly! Resources: Dump Truck www.greentoys.com KumPuat Home and Art accessories 9 Clement Street San Francisco, CA (415) 752-2140