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Five Tips for Homeschool Success
From hands-on learning activities to tips for navigating the homeschool journey, we're here to help both new and experienced homeschooling families have their best year yet!
Jul 25


Independence Day and Ice Cream: A Delicious Frozen Treat & Freedom
As we prepare to celebrate Independence Day, here's a fun historical connection to share with your young learners that combines two American favorites: freedom and frozen treats!
Jun 26


A Parent’s Guide to Avoiding the “Summer Slide”
Beat the summer slump while school is out! Discover fun, educational activities that turn ordinary days into learning adventures.
Jun 2


Nurturing a Lifelong Reader: A Parent’s Guide
Discover ways to jumpstart your child's love of reading and why now is the perfect time to start reading to your baby!
Aug 8, 2024


Back-to-School 2024 Guide for Parents
August is National Back to School Month, when parents, teachers, schools, and students gear up for another season of learning.
Jul 26, 2024


How to Conquer Black Friday
Black Friday is something people look forward to as the holiday season gets underway. We wait all year to take advantage of the sales,...
Nov 22, 2022


Halloween Ideas for Parents
What better way to spend the spooky season than to scare up some fun activities for your family? Whether you have older or younger...
Oct 17, 2022


KAPOW! The Power of Kids Reading Comics & Graphic Novels
What happens when you combine a great story and colorful illustrations? A reading adventure like no other ensues! Through visuals and...
Sep 22, 2022


Back to School Tips for Parents
It’s that time of year again for your children, which means things are about to get a little bit chaotic, but they don’t have to be. Here...
Aug 1, 2022


Independence Day Ideas for Families
Grab the streamers and sparkles because it's Independence Day! What better way to celebrate this great country than for you and your...
Jun 29, 2022


Top Summer Activities for Families
School's out, and it's time to enjoy ourselves and stop thinking about homework, classrooms, and teachers. What better way to celebrate...
Jun 2, 2022


Resources to Help Your Child's Mental Health
Among the many things that living through the pandemic and current world events have shown us as a society, arguably one of the most...
May 18, 2022


May The Fourth Be With You
In the face of darthness, it’s time for every child to channel their inner Skywalker and use their creative powers for good. But, you...
May 4, 2022


Five Ways to Celebrate National Park Week
From the wetlands in Florida’s Everglades to the sharp peaks of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains and everything in-between, national parks are...
Apr 14, 2022


Educational Places to Go For Spring Break
This spring break, while it might be time to enjoy making memories outside of school, it doesn’t mean kids can’t learn new things. It's...
Apr 1, 2022


Bullying Awareness and Prevention Resources
With so many stories circulating on the Internet of students being bullied at school and online, bullying has become a national issue...
Oct 19, 2021


Easy Steps for Starting a Virtual Mystery Club
Easy Steps for Starting a Virtual Mystery Club 1. Choose a Carole Marsh book! The book should be age-appropriate for all members of your...
Oct 1, 2020


How to Beat the Summer Slide
Is your child slipping? Over the summer, your kids will be on water slides, park slides, and Slip-n-Slides, BUT one slide you’ll...
Jun 1, 2020


Advance At Home Weeks 1-5
Gallopade is here to help all summer long! Keep your child engaged in at-home learning with activities, chapter books, and videos posted...
Apr 1, 2020


4 Easy Ways to Have a Safe 4th of July
The Fourth of July is an exciting holiday to kick off late summer nights, family and friend gatherings, and endless time spent lounging...
Jun 6, 2019
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