Playing games has always been a favorite activity of mine. There are games for everyone: all ages, stages, and group sizes. I am happy our family is getting to the stage of having weekly (realistically) monthly game nights where...
Welcome to Omaha Mom Bookshelf! A series where we share books tips, recommend books, and share how we encourage our family to pick up books and read! Join us every month and share with us what you’ve been reading!
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If you read my previous post on The Reluctant Reader, you’ll know that we struggled a bit to find books that my daughter was not only interested in reading, but that she could read. Making the transition from easy readers to...
“What’s that beeping?” I asked.
Beep. . . beep. . .beep. . . .
Every minute there was a distinct chirp from somewhere in my house.
I checked the fire alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in the various locations throughout my home....
I have a unique perspective on motherhood. I am a person with a disability mothering a child with a disability
10 Things I've Learned
Disabled is not a dirty word. It's an accurate descriptor, not a negative. Our needs are...
I love children's books. Those that get brought out at only certain times of year feel even more special, don't they? I have six spring-themed picture books to share. These have stood the test of time for me and...
This post came up because of a conversation with other OM writers. Specifically, Catherine said she was going to come and sit in on my class this fall. As an economics professor and Director of the UNO Center for...
The time is upon us for fall conferences for our kiddos. As parents, we always see our children in the best possible light and we SHOULD! They are our babies. It can sometimes be uncomfortable to listen to feedback...
Thank you to Little Sunshine's Playhouse and Preschool for sponsoring this article.
If you’re researching child care facilities, curriculums, theories, and preschools for your child you’ve probably heard about play-based learning. We are big fans of play-based learning at Little...
The Omaha Area has wonderful education options, but it can be a bit overwhelming to know where to start the research process when trying to decide on the best option for your family. If you’re planning to choose a...
In + Around Omaha
Where to Donate in and around Omaha
Have gently used clothing items, toys, or household goods you're not using anymore? Why not donate? When you're cleaning out closets and getting rid...
