Category Archives: children
Be Careful What You Tell a Child
When I was a little girl, I took grownups at their word. Eventually, experience and disappointment taught me not to trust them. Uncle Eddie was my mother’s sister’s husband’s brother. I guess he wasn’t really my uncle, but I called … Continue reading
Kids Making Music
Back in the day, I was an elementary general music teacher. It gives me great pleasure to see kids having fun making beautiful music. I’ve been bummed out by our long pandemic season. It’s affected my blogging in that I … Continue reading
Seasons of Christmas…by ARHuelsenbeck
This article first appeared on ARHtistic License. When I compare Christmases past to Christmas present (the time frame, not the gift), I’m struck that as we pass through the seasons of life, we experience Christmas differently. The Elementary Years When … Continue reading
Memories of Our School Lunches by Betty Mason Arthurs
School has started and I can hear the children’s voices as they walk past our house to elementary school. The good news today in America is that in neighborhoods all across our country, schools are open and ready to educate … Continue reading
A Dad, a Daughter and a Butterfly by Betty Mason Arthurs
A Dad, a Daughter and a Butterfly by Betty Mason Arthurs Father’s Day is coming and I love stories about fathers who have been involved in their children’s lives, bringing strength and loving care into every moment. My pastor, … Continue reading
Helping Children Learn to Write…by ARHuelsenbeck
Reading, writing, and ‘rithmetic used to be called the 3 Rs—the three basic skills necessary for success in life. Your children’s teachers will thank you if you encourage your kids to write. Here are eleven ideas to help you: … Continue reading
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