There are many options for schooling your child in the Las Vegas valley. I get many requests about charter schools, particularly for those who are new to homeschooling and want …
Fun Educational Activities to Do With Kids
Cristin Howard understands the importance of educational activities in a child’s day. The hardworking mom runs Smart Parent Advice, a site that provides parenting advice for moms and dads, with …
10+ Busy Basket Ideas for Kids
A busy basket has been a must in our house since the kids were old enough to crawl. Back then, plastic lids and wooden spoons were all they needed to …
Homeschool in a Box
A complete homeschool curriculum with everything you need, delivered to your door, is a thrill to unbox. Getting there can take some work. There are a few complete homeschool in …
Preschool Places in Vegas
We continue to get requests for preschool places, programs and schools around the valley so we’re updating this weekly. The following preschool places are recommended from parents who post on …
Bridge the Gap Math Builds Skills and Confidence
Homeschoolers are constantly on the hunt for a good math aid, book or program. Longtime educator and mentoring teacher Laurie Beesting saw the same problems continually pop up when tutoring …
7 Online Programs for Homeschooling on the Spectrum
Many parents choose to homeschool a child with special needs to provide a more tailored curriculum and target areas where they may struggle. Homeschooling special needs learners allows them to …
Online Classes Help Kids Focus
More parents are asking about online classes this year, for obvious reasons. A few Vegas Kids Zone readers mentioned Scattered Solutions, so we reached out to ask them about their online classes …
5 Unusual Scholarships You Need to Try
You’ve heard of most of the popular and typical scholarships. But have you heard of the duct tape, duck calling and doodling or other unusual scholarships available every year?! Unusual …
Tips to Send Kids to Summer Camp
Check out the many local and regional summer camps and ways to make camp affordable! So, you want to go to summer camp. Whether it’s an all-day affair or an …