A Little Less Screen, A Little More Together!
Screens can be helpful. They can give families a break, help during busy moments, or be part of a routine. The Digital Diet is not about being perfect or getting […]
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Health & Wellness Spotlight: Building Independence & Resilience
September Focus: Try Something New! Trying new things–even small ones–helps young children build confidence, problem-solving skills, and pride in what they can do. Simple ways to encourage independence: Let them […]
Health & Wellness Spotlight: Back to School & Mental Health
Heading back to school can bring excitement–and anxiety. A recent survey found that 87% of parents with children under 18 report stress or anxiety during the back-to-school season. If your […]
Summer Learning Activities with Delta Kids and Michigan Learning Channel
Beat the summer slide with fun learning activities! Explore the outdoors through activities and books, collect summer memories and participate in alternatives to screen time. Have your children set aside […]
May is Michigan Moves Month
May is Michigan Moves Month–a perfect time to celebrate healthy habits as a family! Fun fact: About 1 in 4 kids nationwide meet the daily goal of 60 minutes of […]
March is Reading Month: Delta College Public Media’s Family Reading & Writing Challenge
Delta College Public Media’s Family Reading & Writing Challenge Delta College Public Media and The Michigan Learning Channel (MLC) are here to help you make reading and writing fun. Reading […]
HOME SCHOOL CULTURE: Community in the Great Lakes Bay Region
When our family decided to home school, we tried to make purposeful decisions that would help create life experiences for our kids that revolved around community. We either joined existing […]
School at Home – The Bangor Township Virtual School (BTVS)
The Bangor Township Virtual School (BTVS) The Bangor Township Virtual School (BTVS) is a 100% free K-12 online school located in Bay City, Michigan. We are proud to serve Bay, […]
Home School!?!?
Amy is a mother and an educator. She and her husband have been homeschooling their children for seven years. Home School!?!? It’s true, and I’ll be completely honest. Eight years […]