We’re Trying Junga With Our Preteen — Here’s Our First Look at the App Every Family Needs!
We’re trying Junga with our preteen and I can’t wait to tell you all about it. I’m partnering with Junga to try the app and share my honest experience. If you’ve been here for a while, you know I’ve shared…
UGEE Just Launched a 3D Printer for Kids — And We’re Obsessed 🖨️✨
If you’ve been following along for any length of time, you know we’re always on the hunt for tools that make hands-on STEAM and creativity actually accessible at home — not intimidating, not messy, not something only “tech parents” can…
ISTE Orlando 2026: The Tools I’m Bringing Home to STEAM Families (And Why This Conference Felt Different)
I just got back from ISTE Orlando 2026, and I keep coming back to the same thought: this wasn’t just another conference. ISTE brought the tools to truly support learning and the valuable conversations we all needed to be part…
Back to School Apps for a Successful School Year
With the new school year kicking off, now is a good time to consider which tools can truly help students and teachers. In my work as a digital parenting expert and educator, I’ve seen how the right technology can make…
Meet the Founder: Jessica Page, Founder of Just Focus Online Learning
Today we're joined by Jessica Page! Jessica's passion for math started in middle school, where she was inspired by a favorite teacher to become a peer tutor. Fueled by this early experience, Jessica went on to earn her degree in…
Meet the Founder: Pragathi Balasubramanian, Co-Founder of iris
Today we’re sharing a new Meet the Founder interview. Get ready to meet Pragathi Balasubramanian, Director of Product Development and Co-Founder of iris (I’m Represented in Schools), a computer scientist, product manager, UX designer, and a passionate advocate for migrant…
Meet the Founder: Edna Martinson, Co-Founder of Boddle Learning
Today, we launch our exciting NEW Meet the Founder blog series! Join us each week as we dive into the inspiring journeys of those shaping the future of education. This series is dedicated to inspiring you, sharing valuable insights, and…
VELA Con 2024: My Weekend with Education Rockstars
I recently had the incredible opportunity to take part in VELA Con 2024, the first national convening of the leading network of founders delivering alternatives to conventional schooling. VELA Con weekend was pure inspiration! I spent the weekend surrounded by…
4 Tips to Get Your Child Ready for Kindergarten + Back to School Books
The first days of school can be difficult, especially for kindergarteners entering a classroom for the very first time. At first they may feel anxious about parting with mom and dad. They might not know what to expect from the…
Summer Books for Kids and Parents too!
I know it’s summertime and you’re enjoying the last care free summer days but school will be back before we know it. As parents we know that there’s so much work that needs to be done to prep the kids…
Shop Top Back-to-School Trends & Enter Zulily’s #UniquelyZu Contest
Calling all parents of young designers… I know that right now we all have summer on our minds but before we know it, it’ll be time to start thinking about back-to-school. That’s why today I want to share with you…
5 Easy Tips to Get Ready For Back-To-School Right Now
This was an unprecedented school year for our kids. I don’t think any of us ever expected to have our kids learning from home. Once it was safe to return to school, many of us parents opted to continue distance…
