July 2020 Thinking about homeschooling your child but don’t know where to start? We’re here to help! There are lots of things to consider when deciding to go from traditional education to at home education but in the current state of affairs it may be a smoother transition What You Need to Know about Homeschooling […]
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How to Have an Old Fashioned Summer on Long Island
July 2020 The year may be 2020 on paper, but this year, summer is looking more like a 90’s movie. Take some notes from your childhood favorites (“Now and Then”, “Never Been Kissed”, “Saved by the Bell”) and plan a good old fashion family fun summer. Go for a Bike Ride Around Your Long Island […]
Fun Fourth of July Fireworks Art Project for Kids
By: Riesa Fischer Looking for a fun art project to do with the kids? How about this very fun 4th of July Fireworks project! Simple Art Supplies: Plastic Fork, Paper & Paint All you need is a plastic fork, a piece of paper and some paint! You can use any type of paint you like – […]
10 Fun Activities to Brighten a Rainy Day on Long Island
June 2020 Rainy days on Long Island can be a real bummer … especially in the summer. Don’t let the weather get you down; we’ve got a list of fun things to do as a family on those long dark days! #1. Plan a Movie Marathon There is nothing like snuggling up with your kids, […]
10 Ways to Encourage Learning & Development Over Summer
June 2020 Here is our top 10 list of ways to keep your kids learning after a long, and unusual, school year. After spending countless months learning digitally, it’s hard to keep kids engaged in learning all summer while still having fun! These 10 ways to stay connected to learning, and your kids. #1. Cooking […]
Best Outdoor Experiences for Families on Long Island
June 2020 Be one with Nature: Long Island’s Parks, Gardens and Trails If you are looking to spend this summer experiencing the great outdoors with your family here are the top outdoor experiences for you and your kids. Set your watch for adventure, pack some water and plan a scavenger hunt list because the possibilities […]
Top 9 Zoom Games for a Fun Virtual Family Game Night
June 2020 We know it’s hard not being together and with summer approaching, its even more difficult to find ways to keep the kids entertained at home. Thank goodness Zoom has become a way to reach out, connect and socialize for our children and families. Today were coming at you with the top-rated games to […]
Educational Field Trips Deliver a Great Time from Home!
May 2020 While traditional school field trips and learning excursions are on pause due to Covid19, and since most actual venues are currently closed, with virtual access, kids and parents can be inspired to visit places that weren’t available before because the actual venues are closed or they were not within geographic reach. Day trip, […]
Visit Space with Virtual NASA Tours for You & Your Kids
May 2020 Are you running out of interesting things to do on the weekends or rainy days? Maybe you need more science lesson plans or you have a child who’s destined to work for NASA? Well, if any or all of these reasons resonate with you, we’ve got you covered. We’re reviewing Nasa’s tours […]
Make A T-Rex Art Project
By: Isabelle Rapacciuolo Supplies Needed To Make Your T-Rex 2 Large Paper Plates 1 Small Paper Plate Googly eyes 1 paper fastener Staples or hot glue Scissors Paint or crayons Here is a step by step video: About the author: Isabelle Rapacciuolo, owner of The Tiny Artist Studio in Massapequa, www.thetinyartist.com Published May 2020
