Every child learns differently, and some kids need specialized support for the ways they learn and process information. In addition, some children have special needs beyond what a regular classroom can offer, so parents need to know all their options for finding special education resources. Learning disabilities can range from mild to severe, and there’s …
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Considering a Staycation? Have friends or family coming to visit? Los Angeles has many unique types of homes for rent, and we’ve found some great new places to stay on VRBO, so you can give them a try. Let’s say you’re in the market for a getaway and are looking for a fabulous place, but …
We know Halloween is going to be strange this year, but we’re looking for ways it’ll still be fun, and one of the ways to enjoy it will be this cool new event, Stranger Things: The Drive-Into Experience. It’s coming to Downtown LA this October, but you have to get tickets now. Tickets go on …
Charter schools are tuition-free public schools, but unlike the rest of public schools, they have been formed with a Charter; that is, a philosophy, an operating agreement of sorts, that has been written by the community it will serve. There are hundreds of Charters Schools that are approved to operate within LA County, and thousands …
There are hundreds, possibly thousands of Public Schools in Los Angeles County, and we’re listing all of the 80+ School Districts here so you can find info about schools in your community. LA County is home to the 2nd largest school district in the United States: Los Angeles Unified School District, also known as LAUSD. …
This is a guest post by Jennifer Silva, about why she has chosen to Homeschool her son this year. All the opinions expressed are her own. She’s one half of the team behind the podcast and website Life Hacks LA. When I was in my early twenties I had the opportunity to work with children …
Amy Schumer had a tough pregnancy, but she’s a comedian and a really funny one, so even through Hyperemesis, you’ll laugh and enjoy Expecting Amy, her new 3-part docu-series on HBOMax. The show follows Schumer through her pregnancy and as she builds a Comedy Special for Netflix, and the similarities between the two gestations is …
Updated for 2023 There are many reasons why parents choose to homeschool and it’s a very personal decision to make. As you go through the process, you’ll need to know all your options and all the rules as well as learn about all the available resources. Many parents in Los Angeles will likely consider homeschooling …
Did you know there are in fact two Dole Whip Recipes in our Universe? It’s true. Both Dole, presumably the inventor of the Dole Whip, and Disneyland, the inventor of the Disney Dole Whip, have recipes for this delightful concoction, perfectly suited to cooling off on a hot day. Two Recipes, Which One is Best? …
This is a sponsored post in partnership with Reading Eggs. Helping your child build reading skills is one of the most important (and most fun) parts of the job of parenting. Reading comprehension and reading fluency are the foundations of learning, so the sooner a child can learn to read well, the sooner they will …
