Natalie

Natalie

Educator, YouTuber, & content creator empowering you to confidently navigate your child’s education.
Aug 08
πŸŽ‰ 😐 A twisted win for NC Teachers...

πŸŽ‰ 😐 A twisted win for NC Teachers...

North Carolina is a tough place to teach. NC teachers are not guaranteed​ lunch breaks​, are not paid for higher degrees. They are not allowed to unionize. And until recently, they did not have any plan for paid maternity leave.
3 min read
Aug 02
Free Download: 4 Easy Email Templates to Send the Teacher

Free Download: 4 Easy Email Templates to Send the Teacher

For when you need to reach out, but don't know what to say.
21 min read
Aug 01
De-influencing School Supplies

De-influencing School Supplies

Last week I asked you to submit unnecessary school supplies. Here's some of the things companies (and your
2 min read
Jul 24
✏️ Hacks to Save Money on School Supplies

✏️ Hacks to Save Money on School Supplies

"All that matters is that you treat me right, give me all the things I need that money can&
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Jul 18
πŸ“š Chapter Books You'll Actually Want to Read with Your Kids

πŸ“š Chapter Books You'll Actually Want to Read with Your Kids

"The story of us looks a lot like a tragedy now." The Story of Us by Taylor Swift
3 min read
Jul 11
3 games to prevent summer learning loss

3 games to prevent summer learning loss

"Why don't you slide?" Slide by The Goo Goo Dolls It’s just about that time
2 min read
Jun 27
Love them, leave them alone: encouraging independence in children

Love them, leave them alone: encouraging independence in children

"Miss Independent, Miss Self Sufficient" Miss Independent by Kelly Clarkson Yesterday I learned that parents spend double the
3 min read
Jun 25
5 Things Your Child's Teacher Needs To Know About Your Divorce

5 Things Your Child's Teacher Needs To Know About Your Divorce

Going through a divorce? Learn the 5 key things your child’s teacher needs to know to support your child at school. Practical advice for parents navigating divorce and school communication from Primary Focus.
2 min read
Jun 20
Is it bad that my child writes numbers backwards?

Is it bad that my child writes numbers backwards?

"And if it looks like this, then you're doing it right" Mambo #5 by Lou Bega
2 min read
Jun 14
The Best Way to Get Your Kids Writing (Without the Tears!)

The Best Way to Get Your Kids Writing (Without the Tears!)

Writing is one of the hardest subjects to teach. It is so complicated and for many children leads to tears
4 min read
Jun 13
πŸ™‹β€β™€οΈ The secret to getting what your kids need

πŸ™‹β€β™€οΈ The secret to getting what your kids need

"I've been trying hard to reach you, 'cause I don't know what to do&
2 min read
Jun 06
Improve your Child's Vocabulary

Improve your Child's Vocabulary

"I wish you well with your weapon of jargon, you've got a double-sided lexicon. I've
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