Light up the night

Light up the night

by | Random Coolness

It’s hard to imagine right now — as the kids run around outside in pure daylight until well past 8:00 — that the days are getting shorter, again. And before we know it, we’ll be back to those early mornings of heading out to school when...
The British lunch bag invasion

The British lunch bag invasion

by | School Gear

I can’t believe I’m already looking at back to school items for my kids, but that I am. So I checked in to see if last year’s CMP find, Dabbawalla Bags, was doing anything new for 2010. And that they are. Good stuff too! I adore this Union Jack lunch...
Great schools deserve free money

Great schools deserve free money

by | Doing Good

It’s music to any educator’s ears: The chance for big bucks for the school, just because it’s great.GreatSchools.net and Care2.com have partnered up to create the America’s Favorite School Contest, and they’re giving away everyone’s...
Dapper is the word for fall

Dapper is the word for fall

by | Kid Style

The television show Mad Men isn’t just influencing adult styles for Fall. We’ve seen some pretty awesome retro-inspired kid’s clothes and shoes this back to school season, like the adorable Elliott shoes from See Kai Run.Even though these super sharp...
School uniform help? – Reader Q&A

School uniform help? – Reader Q&A

by | Tips + Tricks

My daughters attend a school that requires uniforms: Khaki pants and navy blue shirts.  They can wear any solid navy top — no logos or words, and no polos.  Any creative suggestions for some cute tunics, or tees, cardigans? -ShannonI admit I’m a...