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Tuesday List: 100 Things to Do Before Kindergarten

January 27, 2009

As a mom of a child who will be a kindergartner this fall, the thought of kindergarten readiness can be daunting. As a former first grade teacher, I often think of the skills that my students entered my classroom with having learned or not learned in kindergarten. It is true that kindergarten is becoming increasingly academic but the chances are if you read to your child, talk to them about the  Read more...

Tuesday List: Essential Reads for the DC Metro Dweller

November 25, 2008

DC is the pulse of politics, especially with the upcoming inauguration. Essential reads for any child living in the DC Metro Area include a list of books about all things presidential, geography to get to know constituents, and also guides to gain the upper hand in knowing DC inside and out. For your budding politician: Our White House: Looking In, Looking Out First Kids If I Ran for  Read more...

Giveaway: Learn about the United States with Tutor Rummy

July 31, 2008

In honor of yesterday's post where I explored other Being Savvy sites across the US and in Canada, I am giving away a copy of Tutor Rummy to one lucky Being Savvy reader. Tutor Rummy is a great game that is designed for children to practice United States geography. Played Rummy style, Tutor Rummy is a board game that allows children to learn state capitals, rivers, lakes, mountains, oceans,  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in Washington

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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