Archive for The Hilltowns Region
4 Books that Explore the History of Thanksgiving
Nov
13
2012
Thanksgiving is a national holiday that ties us back nearly 400 years to a time when the Wampanoag Indians were vital in helping the Pilgrims survive their new world. This year along with your harvest feast, go ahead and have a slice of history too! Here are four non-fiction books that give interesting perspectives about [continue reading]
A Look at the Girl Scouts: Science Curriculum & Healthy Relationships
Nov
13
2012
The Girl Scouts: So Much More Than Cookies Have you checked out the Girl Scouts recently? What an impressive institution! They are celebrating their 100th anniversary and they are better than ever. You probably know that the Girl Scouts support growing girls by encouraging responsible citizenship, generosity, and camaraderie. You might not realize, though, that [continue reading]
Under the Hat: All About Guitars
Nov
7
2012
Under the Hat: All About Guitars In this debut episode of “Under the Hat: Independent Music Education,” Mister G takes us into his recording studio in Western MA for a music lesson about the guitar. Using a variety of instruments from his collection, he discusses the differences (and similarities) between acoustic, electric, classical and steel [continue reading]
Hindsight Parenting: Daddy’s Daughter
Nov
6
2012
The City Slicker Vs. The Country Bumpkin I once read a book where the mother was tired of the constant lack of respect doled out by her entire family. She felt invisible in many ways, and so one day she decided to test out the literalness of that invisibility. While at a beach with her [continue reading]
Election Day Family Traditions
Nov
5
2012
Election Day, 2012! Tuesday is Election Day, a great day to engage your kids in civics! Sienna Wildfield: “I’m taking my daughter! It’s a great opportunity to model civic engagement… plus, in our town they still use the old fashion hand-crank ballot boxes. I can sneak in a little history lesson in there too!” Carrie [continue reading]
Election Day Family Traditions
Nov
5
2012
Election Day, 2012! Tuesday is Election Day, a great day to engage your kids in civics! Sienna Wildfield: “I’m taking my daughter! It’s a great opportunity to model civic engagement… plus, in our town they still use the old fashion hand-crank ballot boxes. I can sneak in a little history lesson in there too!” Carrie [continue reading]
Kettles Full of Apple Chutney
Nov
5
2012
Apple Chutney When our vegetable garden begins slowing down, we begin apple season. We harvest our own apples, visit friends who have apple trees, and gather apples from wild trees and abandoned orchards. It’s apple time early in the morning before work, late at night when we return home, and on our day off. We [continue reading]
Q&A: 18 Recommended Winter Resources & Activities for Families with Special Needs in Western MA
Nov
4
2012
QUESTION AND ANSWERS Jean Engle of North Adams writes, “Once the colder weather sets in, where are the best places to visit and socialize for parents and children with special needs? Are there any specialized activities?” Holyoke High School’s Adaptive Physical Education Program is an inspiration! Here’s a video of the program they held at [continue reading]
Language Play: Get Social to Support Language Development
Oct
31
2012
Social Skills: Time to Share! There’s a buzz about social skills these days. There’s such a tendency for all of us to be so involved with technology that we have less time for face-to-face social experiences. A few years ago, I read all of my grandfather’s diaries, from the turn of the century until the [continue reading]
6 Resources for Learning at Home During Frankenstorm While the Lights are On!
Oct
29
2012
Hurricane Sandy and Halloween Offer Learning Opportunities Online Hurricane Sandy might have schools closed while we await her arrival, but the learning can continue at home (so long as you have power!). Check out these online resources to brush up on math, chemistry, physiology, language arts and world & local history: MATH After you’ve battening [continue reading]
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