Category Archives: The Learning Journey
Make Every Child Feel Special on National Children’s Day
National Children’s Day is the perfect opportunity to make your child feel special. Here are some of our favorite ideas for celebrating the day.
Try These Activities with Your Kids This Earth Day
Here are three of our favorite Earth Day activities for parents or child care providers to do with their kids.
Teach Empathy and Generosity Through Random Acts of Kindness
Random acts of kindness are a great way to teach young children empathy and generosity. Here are a few of our favorite ideas.
The Connection Between Handwriting and Speech Therapy
In this article, we’re going to take a look at the connection between improving handwriting skills and speech therapy.
Special Education: Observing ADHD Awareness Month
October is #ADHDAwarenessMonth. Here’s how special education teachers and parents can help these kids thrive.
Stuck Inside on a Rainy Day? Try These Ideas!
Summer is supposed to be warm and sunny, so you can fill your days with outdoor activities, both at home and elsewhere. But we’ve had our share of rainy days this summer, which can really throw a wrench into your summer plans.
Special Ed ME: Observing Autism Awareness Month
The month of April is designated as Autism Awareness Month. It is an excellent opportunity to promote acceptance and understanding for people with autism spectrum disorder and support them and their families.
3 Easy Crafts for Children’s Craft Day!
Yesterday, March 14th, was Children’s Craft Day! Doing crafts with your kids, especially when they are little, helps them develop their fine motor skills and encourages creativity.
3 Benefits Kids Get from Special Education
At Watch Me Shine, we know that every child is different. Those differences are what make each child special, but sometimes they can pose challenges for educators in traditional settings.
3 Steps to Early Intervention
If you’re concerned that your child may not be hitting milestones, understanding the basics of early intervention is critical.


