Teach Kids About Election Day

The Difference Between the Popular Vote and Electoral College Today is voting day in America. But do the kids you care for know (in fact do you know) that the candidates won’t be elected by the popular vote, but by the Electoral College? Jennifer Lee of The Washington Post shared a great resource with me […]

Do You Know Who You are Voting for on Tuesday?

Young voters tend to follow the political party their parents support and vote for the candidates their parents tell them to. But, I found these great quizzes to help you determine if you are voting for the Presidential candidate Candidate Matching Game by USA TODAYClick here to take the USA TODAY poll see what the candidates believe. The […]

How to Help Victims of Hurricane Sandy

If you aren’t able to personally provide shelter, supplies, or cash to those affected by Hurricane Sandy, it doesn’t mean you can’t help at all. There are many organizations along the East Coast that are providing shelter, food, and other supplies to victims of the hurricane. Here are ways to volunteer or donate to help those suffering […]

Affects of Hurricane Sandy for this Blog

Since I started this blog in 2008 I have posted an article each day. But, I live and work in New Jersey and due to the affects of Hurricane Sandy I simply need to focus on keeping the kids I care for warm and healthy today.  Rather than posting articles I will be focusing on helping the kids cope with […]