distance learning

New York City is getting rid of snow days—and parents are NOT happy

The NYC Department of Education is being a real Grinch about snow days by replacing them with distance learning instead.

How to manage kids’ attention during virtual learning (and prevent meltdowns)

From expert contributors.

80% of parents want hybrid learning for their kids—but it’s not an option for everyone

For some it works but distance learning isn't for every family.

Watching my kiddo have a virtual playdate is so bittersweet

I feel eternally indebted to each and every one of these children—my own included.

Zoom fatigue is real and our kids are feeling it

Educational screen time and virtual playdates are burning kids out—so if you need to turn the computer and let your kids disconnect today, don't feel bad, mama.

15 art supplies used in Montessori classrooms (and they’re on Amazon!)

Happy crafting!

Kristen Bell says distance learning made her family ‘miserable’

So she ripped up their home school schedule.

How to help kids adjust to *so* much screen time

When your preschooler has a busier Zoom schedule than you do, you might be a bit worried.

I wasn’t meant to be a teacher—but I am trying my best

I was functioning in a constant state of worry as I tried to accept this "new normal" that wasn't normal at all. My new "not normal" role was that of: hybrid mom/teacher.

Is school stressing out your child? 10 ways to tell—and help them feel better

Because your child may not be able to find the right words to describe.