Exciting Day Trip Ideas and Special Programs for Homeschoolers in Maryland
Homeschooling in Maryland? Check out these educational day trips for all ages and interests. From science centers to nature reserves, there’s something for everyone!
Summer Camps in Howard County for Summer 2023
… see my list of fun, worthwhile summer camps in Howard County MD.
Private Schools in Howard County Maryland
Looking for private school options in Howard County, Maryland? Check out this list of unaffiliated independent schools, including STEM-focused Maryland International School and college prep Glenelg Country School. Class sizes tend to be small, and some schools offer Montessori-style education for younger grades.
Recommended Educational TV Shows for Kids
Looking for educational TV shows for kids on streaming platforms? Check out this list of recommended shows on Netflix, Hulu Plus, Amazon Prime, and YouTube.
List of Outstanding Preschools In Howard County Maryland
My list of preschools in Howard County, MD.
Before and After Care in Howard County
We’re definitely going to need before and after care for our children this school year (2018-2019). We’ve started looking into what the standard options are, and we’re a little worried. As a former teacher, I have seen what before and after care can be (a waste of children’s time, with some fun mixed in) and hope…
Educational Apps for Kindle Fire
Looking for some great educational apps for your child’s Kindle Fire Tablet (or other Android device)? Here are a few of the ones that my kids enjoy now or in the not-too-distant past. All of these are available in the Amazon App Store for Android / Kindle App Store: Inventioneers – Filimundus-AB makes some great games that…
Two Great Interactive STEM Exhibits at the Smithsonian
If you are a parent in central Maryland and you’re reading this, odds are you’ll share the refrain I hear so often “The Smithsonian museums are so close to us, yet we only go if guests are in town.” It’s really sad when parents say this because their kids miss out on so much great…
Hooked on Phonics Review – Help Your Child Learn To Read Early
Looking for the perfect program to teach your child to read? Read this review of Hooked on Phonics, a research-based program with proven results.
Early Admission to Kindergarten in Howard County Maryland
Did you know that Maryland has a strict cut-off date for kindergarten? Children under 5 by September 1st cannot attend unless given a waiver. In Howard County, the bar for early admission is extremely high. Read on to find out more.