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Education

Find information on schooling concerns and decisions and learning development information. Get ideas on how to teach and instill a love of reading and find great book lists for whatever stage of reader your child is at (even baby board books!).

Best Board Books to Own

October 12, 2022September 1, 2016 by valplowman
best board books

“How could anyone get rid of books?!?” I asked my husband incredulously. We were newly married and looking through books at a garage sale. I love books. I have a …

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Categories Baby, Book Lists Tags baby stuff I love, book recommendation Leave a comment

Babes, Tots, and Kids eBook Giveaway!

May 1, 2019August 26, 2016 by valplowman

It is that time of year again–time to think about school time! It can be hard to work in planning and executing preschool at home. This is especially true once …

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Categories eBooks, Education Tags giveaway, preschool 9 Comments

How Babywise Prepared our Twins for Preschool

September 28, 2020August 17, 2016 by valplowman

    By Emily T. Miller My twins are now 4 years old. Today was their first day of preschool. As I waved goodbye and blew them a kiss, I …

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4 Ways To Build Excitement About Going Back To School

September 28, 2020August 11, 2016 by valplowman

I have always been the kind of person who loved school. Going back to school was always exciting to me as a student. But I know that not everyone loves …

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Great Go-To Gifts for Teachers

May 4, 2026May 3, 2016 by valplowman
Teacher holding a book standing in front of a blackboard

Teacher appreciation is coming — don’t show up empty-handed! Here are my tried-and-true gift ideas, from gift cards (the universal favorite!) to personal touches that show you really know your …

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Great Picture Books for Girls

April 6, 2026April 7, 2016 by valplowman
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Looking for picture books your daughter will love and learn from? This list shares fun, engaging stories that inspire confidence, imagination, and strong character—while still being enjoyable and age-appropriate. That …

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Categories Book Lists, Girls Tags book recommendation, children's books, literacy 1 Comment

Reading Aloud to Preteens

November 10, 2025November 19, 2015 by valplowman
reading aloud to a preteen

Think you’re done reading aloud? Think again! In this post, we explore how reading aloud to your pre-teen still matters—boosting vocabulary, building connection, and keeping the love of books alive …

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Valerie Plowman

Valerie Plowman, known as "the Babywise Mom", is the happy mother of four children. She has been helping parents with their parenting concerns since 2007 and loves helping others absolutely love being a parent.

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Schedules and Sleep

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