August 2011
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The Reality of Creativity with Kids
by Glenda Propst There is a difference between being creativity with kids and what the final outcome of a project might be. When teaching children about being creative, we have to remember that for children, creativity is about the journey, not the destination. We have to be careful to allow them the freedom to enjoy [...]
My Favorite Things – Back to School 2011
By: Greta Schraer I cannot believe it is that time again…Back to School! Time to start getting organized, collecting school supplies, and getting back into that school-year routine. Today I bring to you fun items that kids will love, that also help to stay organized, at least around the house. Help kids learn to have [...]
Children and Strangers
Have you ever wondered what to do with your charges and/or children when approaching the subject of “Stranger Danger”? Marcia Hall over at Strong Roots Family Coaching addressed this issue on her blog. She shares ways to encourage your children to be cautious but not terrified of strangers. The dangers of the world are all around [...]
Weekend Round Up August 22-26
Our thoughts and prayers are with those on the East Coast this weekend as they prepare for Hurricane Irene. Two of our team members are in the DC area, Alice and Kellie: Stay Safe! The rest of you do the same. Here’s the weekend roundup for August 22-26, 2011 Don’t forget we are counting on [...]
IRAs and How To Choose
introduction by Alice Shaffer Last week, Breedlove & Associates shared with us a post called Nannies & Retirement Planning. One of the downfalls of being a professional nanny is that we are not eligible for 401ks like those in other jobs. So we must look to getting a ROTH or Traditional IRA. Figuring out which one [...]
Pretzel Apple Tree from Muffin Tin Mom
With school starting soon, it’s always a good idea to have some creative snacks ready for lunches or after school. This is a great idea from Michelle’s Journal Corner on how to make Pretzel Apple Trees. And if your children are younger don’t forget this fun fingerplay APPLE TREE Way up high in the apple [...]
How Do You Know?
How do you know? by Glenda Propst You can find books about being a nanny, books about what a nanny needs to know, and books about how to hire a nanny but you can’t find a book that tells a nanny how to heal her broken heart when she either outgrows her job or the [...]
Weekend Round Up August 15-19
Monday Moxie:Greta’s Nanny 101 offered great information about “Finding the Perfect Job” She was quick to point out that there is no “perfect job” but there are things we can do during our job search to be sure we make the right choices for our needs. Tuesday Tips: Marcia Hall started her 4 part series [...]







