October fills the imagination with images of orange, crimson, yellow, and…pink! Thanks to the marketing efforts of many breast cancer awareness organizations, pink has become as synonymous with October as other traditional fall colors. Breast cancer awareness month was first recognized in 1985 and has steadily grown into one of the most lucrative and important … Continue reading How You Can Help with Breast Cancer Awareness
The Importance of Donating Child & Baby Essentials
Learning that you’re expecting a child is an emotional time. While there is plenty of elation and wonder, there is also some anxiety and worry. Am I ready? Will I know what to do? Can I afford this? The cost of raising a child is a valid and very common concern, across socio-economic groups and … Continue reading The Importance of Donating Child & Baby Essentials
Season of Giving: How You Can Give Back Today
Throughout history, there have been times when it feels like there is more heartache and hard times than at any other point. Every generation has had its share of disasters —both humanitarian and natural. Right now, it feels like we are battling so many significant and serious problems in our world. Hurricanes like the most … Continue reading Season of Giving: How You Can Give Back Today
3 Ways to DIY Your Backpack
One of the best ways to get kids excited about school is to ensure they feel prepared with great school supplies. Unfortunately, most schools across the country have to work within pretty significant budget constraints. This means parents often must foot the bill, or rely on generous donations, to get kids what they need to … Continue reading 3 Ways to DIY Your Backpack
6 Emergency Relief Essentials
The coronavirus caught many people off guard. When thousands of Americans rushed out to buy paper goods and supplies, it was clear that most of us (individuals, schools, and businesses) were not prepared for a pandemic. And it’s not just viruses that are cause for concern. As wild weather continues to be the norm across … Continue reading 6 Emergency Relief Essentials
Stem and Fidget Toys for Classroom Development
Teachers are trained to help keep kids’ learning activities varied and engage students in high interest topics. However, students will inevitably feel restless at some points during the school day. Especially in the first few days and weeks back after a long summer break, students may need time to adjust to hours sitting at a … Continue reading Stem and Fidget Toys for Classroom Development
3 Ways to Upgrade your Classroom Teaching 2021
We love helping students feel prepared and ready for school with high-quality school supplies. But maybe even more important is helping teachers. Teachers are the backbone of schools serving as mentors, disciplinarians, and encouraging cheerleaders for their students. Teachers have an incredibly difficult job ensuring that students feel safe and comfortable, making learning engaging and … Continue reading 3 Ways to Upgrade your Classroom Teaching 2021
Top 5 PPE Picks for Students and Classrooms
With the Delta Covid variant circulating throughout the U.S. and schools preparing for the return of students, the need for PPE for students is still strong. With teachers busy getting classrooms ready and lesson plans set, it’s the perfect time to organize a much needed (and much welcomed) donation to your local schools in need. … Continue reading Top 5 PPE Picks for Students and Classrooms
3 Tips for a Successful Back-to-School Kitting Party
Donating to schools is one of the best ways to give back to your community and our larger society. Investing in schools is an investment in our future. Without the proper education, we wouldn’t have effective leaders, entrepreneurs, a skilled workforce, or adequate social services. Helping supply schools with everything they need to be successful … Continue reading 3 Tips for a Successful Back-to-School Kitting Party
5 Games That Every Student Can Enjoy
One of the best ways to keep kids interested in school and engaged in lessons is through fun, educational games. Teachers across all disciplines use games in a variety of ways to reach all kinds of learners. In an Education Week article titled “Ways to Use Games Effectively in the Classroom,” authors and teachers Susan … Continue reading 5 Games That Every Student Can Enjoy