As summertime approaches and the weather gets warmer, children become more eager to get out of the house and play outside. Summer is definitely a fun time of the year for kids, but for parents summer can be a challenging time, especially when it comes to finding things for your children to do if they […]
Carolyn Smallwood
Carolyn Smallwood is the Executive Director of Way to Grow. Since joining Way to Grow in 2004, Executive Director Carolyn Smallwood has pledged to be the voice for all Twin Cities children. Always focused on greater issues, Carolyn has served as vice president for Sales and Marketing at Twin Cities Rise! and executive director of the Minnesota Minority Supplier Development Council. Visit http://waytogrow.org for more info on Way to Grow.
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At-home learning activities for toddlers
The world is one giant playground for toddlers, but it is also one enormous classroom! Toddlers love to learn new things and master new concepts, making it the perfect time for creating a solid foundation for future skills like reading and counting. One of the best things you as a parent can do is to […]
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Ways to teach your children to read
Each child responds best to different methods Imagine a child who always assumed they just weren’t “smart enough” finally achieving self-confidence. This is what happened to a first-grader named Isaiah. Isaiah was struggling with reading out loud in class, and this took a toll on his self-esteem. When his mother came in for parent-teacher conferences, […]
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What young children need to succeed
During the first five years, 85 percent of your child’s brain is developed, making this a critical time in his or her life. Having healthy environments and positive experiences during these early years can really help your child start strong and go on to succeed in school and life. The information below has been republished […]
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Summer programs galore!
Summer is just around the corner and believe me, I’m just as excited as your children are! For many of us, summer is the time to get out and have fun. Don’t let it pass you by! Below are a few summer programs that may help your child get the most out of their summer. The […]
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Choosing the right school for your child
In Part 1 of “Choosing the Right School for Your Child, I shared a few strategies and ideas on what to look for when choosing a school. One key component of evaluating a school is to ask yourself the question “Am I ready to ‘SHOW UP’ at this school?
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Choosing the right school for your child
As parents, we want what’s best for our kids. There are many factors that play a role in deciding what school is best for them.