Join #gno Twitter Party Tuesday to Share and Learn Tips to End Violence Against Women

March 11, 2010 by Jyl Johnson Pattee · 11 Comments 

Monday, March 8 marked International Women’s Day. While not a formally recognized holiday in the US, events and conferences took place in many states as well as all over the world. Avon, in an effort to end violence against women, made a grant of $1.5 Million to the Avon Center for Women and Justice to help combat violence against women internationally.

Join Avon at the #gno Twitter party this Tuesday, March 16 from 9-11 ET (8 CT, 7 MT, and 6 PT) for an awareness raising conversation about how to take action and help end domestic violence, sexual abuse, and human trafficking. There is so much we all can be doing. Share and learn tips for ways in which you can empower women around the world and make a difference.

  • What: Girls’ Night Out (#gno) Twitter party (Click here to learn about #gno!)
  • When: Tuesday, March 16, 9-11 p.m. EST (8CT, 7 MT, & 6 PT)
  • Where: Click here to party with us on our very own Custom Tweetgrid! (Use hashtags #gno and #avoniwd.)
  • Topic: Ending Violence Against Women World Wide
  • Who: @avonprnewsflash @dianascimone @maggiedammit @pigtailpals @reneejross @theundomestic @utbrown
  • Party Favors: Click here to enter for a chance to win this week’s giveaway. Deadline: 3/17
  • RSVP: Use Mr. Linky below (enter the twitter URL and your twitter ID (e.g., http://twitter.com/jyl_momIF).

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    Note: Mom It Forward accepts paid sponsorships for most #gno Twitter parties. During the parties, brand sponsors provide tips, techniques, expert advice, and information on party topics. Mom It Forward is grateful for the giveaway prizes, coupons, and discounts that sponsors also provide to the Mom It Forward community in conjunction with #gno Twitter parties.

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Join #gno Tuesday on Twitter to Celebrate Reading and Children’s Literature

March 4, 2010 by Jyl Johnson Pattee · 7 Comments 

Helping your kids fall in love with literature is a fun process for both parent and child.

Join the #gno Twitter party this Tuesday, March 9 from 9-11 ET (8 CT, 7 MT, and 6 PT) to chat about and celebrate reading and children’s literature!

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Note: Mom It Forward accepts paid sponsorships for most #gno Twitter parties. During the parties, brand sponsors provide tips, techniques, expert advice, and information on party topics. Mom It Forward is grateful for the giveaway prizes, coupons, and discounts that sponsors also provide to the Mom It Forward community in conjunction with #gno Twitter parties.

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How Can You Help Your Kids Learn & Love Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math?

March 3, 2010 by Jyl Johnson Pattee · 2 Comments 

I’m not going to lie to you. I hated math. I was never good at it in school. I signed up for an economics class my first semester of college and my TA, after trying to help me grasp a concept for over an hour, looked at me at asked in a really aggravated tone, “Why don’t you get this?” I was at a loss. Why didn’t I get it?

And science? Almost worse. My biggest claim to fame was when I lit my lawn on fire and subsequently burned the whole thing! It was so pretty! Isn’t science fun?

So, when I had two boys, I feared the day they’d come home and ask for help with their math or science homework or any homework that included numbers. Why? Because after learning that I sucked at math in college, I promptly petitioned my way out of it. Apparently, I wasn’t bad at writing and my petition was approved! But what that reinforced was my lack of confidence in all things mathematical—things I really do find fascinating and want to understand.

That is why last night’s #gno Twitter party was illuminating for me. I felt surrounded by brilliance as an entire community of parents and teachers and organizations came together to share tips, links, and awesome ideas for how to help your kids learn and love STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering, and math).

Here are a few things I learned—quoted directly from the Twitter party—that I hope will help you as you teach your kids to learn and love all things STEM. If you choose to read one section, make sure to check out the resources at the bottom. This is chock full of links to help you help your kids!

Tips for Parents

  • “Parents shouldn’t be afraid to ask questions. Keep the lines of communication open.” @PBSParents
  • “Instead of assuming a child is “too young to understand”, try to find a more relatable way to explain it.” @bkjones
  • “Modeling is important; esp. for older kids. If ur online all the time, they’ll assume it’s OK for them, too.” @PBSParents
  • “The biggest thing to help your child with is for them to LEARN HOW TO FIGURE THINGS OUT. Applies to everything.” @RobynOHSH
  • “If you don’t limit a child’s imagination, there are no limits – they can take you to the moon. Literally!” @geekmommy
  • “Your backyard is a classroom waiting to be used.” @connectingwomen
  • “Get out & find beauty of physics everywhere, computers are great, but hands on lessons hard to forget.” @coolchillmom
  • “Share [with kids] stories of successes, and also those with failures but with a great learning lesson.” @connectingwomen
  • “It’s not hard to get kids to think like scientists – just ask them “What do you think?” from the time they can speak!” @NoFlashcards
  • “say, “I don’t know”, then follow up with “let’s find out.” @makeandtakes

Tips for Encouraging Girls to Love and Learn STEM Subjects

  • “Encourage girls to get their hands dirty, to explore, to ask questions…to think like a scientist.” @PBSParents
  • “Give girls books about science, construction, transportation, dinosaurs; not just princesses & ballerinas.” @amymcdurham
  • “Many moms let dad do the fixing or hire handyman, do it yourself to show your daughter that she can do it.” @thesmartmama

STEM-Related Activities to Do With Your Children

  • “A museum membership is more than investment, great for days when kids say ‘I’m bored.’” @geekmommy
  • “Look for star gazing events in your area or do it in your own back yard.” @PBSParents
  • “With math, help kids count everything: flowers in a vase, coins in ur purse, people in a store.” @PBSParents
  • “Show kids how ice melts or water freezes. Let them see the mold on the cheese before throwing it away.” @PBSParents
  • “For little ones, cut out shapes in pancakes. Point out shapes around your house.” @PBS Parents
  • “Bath time: Let them see what sinks/floats. In the kitchen, let them see how an egg changes when it’s cooking.” @PBSParents
  • “Find out what Geocaching is & make it a family outing.” @GeekMommy
  • “Tell a story, history is full of great inventors, scientist, and builders that can inspire just like a good educator can.” @CoolChillMom
  • “Play the ABC game w/ pre-k: go on walk and find natural things beginning w/ each letter-fun!” @sanborncamps
  • “If you travel, get sciece museum or zoo membership with reciprocal benefits at other science museums.” @moneywisemoms
  • “A simple magnifying glass can lead to great scientific exploration of a backyard.” @NoFlashcards
  • “Unstructured time in nature is vital Let them climb trees make forts get an ouchie. It’s learning!” @ohboymama
  • “Start an outdoor playgroup and discover w/ parents and kids math and science out there.” @activekidsclub
  • “Start a Lego club, encourage trips to museums as field trips.” @RobynOHSH
  • “Check out local nature centers. They’re free. Many libraries also have free science-related programs.” @PBSParents
  • “For early engineering, paper crafting is great!” @pattyonovak
  • “I buy my kids kits like Shrinky Dinks and Magic Rocks and Sea Monkeys to introduce science concepts. They love it.” @mammaloves
  • “Puzzles, word searches, crosswords all great 4 teaching engineering – teaches strategy.” @pattyonovak

STEM-Related Resources

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Help Your Kids Learn & Love STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)

February 25, 2010 by Jyl Johnson Pattee · 9 Comments 

Helping your kids learn and love STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering, and math)  often feels like a chore. And for some, it can seem overwhelming, especially if you didn’t do so well in those subjects when you were younger.

But today, the educational landscape has changed. STEM is taught in a much more hands-on, interactive way. As a parent, taking advantage of opportunities to help your child learn and love these subjects can be as simple as visiting a local children’s museum, taking your kids rock climbing, or talking about gravity when a spill occurs instead of hurrying to wipe it up.

Want to learn more tips for helping your kids get excited about STEM, then join the #gno gang along with PBS Kids this Tuesday, March 2 from 9-11 ET (8 CT, 7 MT, and 6 PT)!


Note: Mom It Forward accepts paid sponsorships for most #gno Twitter parties. During the parties, brand sponsors provide tips, techniques, expert advice, and information on party topics. Mom It Forward is grateful for the giveaway prizes, coupons, and discounts that sponsors also provide to the Mom It Forward community in conjunction with #gno Twitter parties.

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Learn Smoky Eye Tips From CoverGirl at Tuesday’s #gno Twitter Party

February 17, 2010 by Jyl Johnson Pattee · 20 Comments 

The Smoky Eye is back! If you like make-up and want to achieve a glamorous (yet easy and affordable) look, join the #gno gang and CoverGirl this Tuesday, February 23 from 9-11 ET (8 CT, 7 MT, and 6 PT)! Party with us and learn real-time tips from expert fashionistas!

  • What: Girls’ Night Out (#gno) Twitter party (Click here to learn about #gno!)
  • When: Tuesday, February 23, 9-11 p.m. EST (8CT, 7 MT, & 6 PT)
  • Where: Click here to party with us on our very own Custom Tweetgrid! (Use hashtags #gno and #smokyeyes.)
  • Topic: Smoky Eye Tips From CoverGirl
  • Who: @alywalansky @CoverGirlErin @erikalehmann @momtrends @PaytonVail @petit_elefant @stylemom
  • Party Favors: Click here to enter for a chance to win this week’s giveaway. Deadline: 2/24
  • RSVP: Use Mr. Linky below (enter the twitter URL and your twitter ID (e.g., http://twitter.com/jyl_momIF). If you would like to include your blog, please enter it next to your name. Make sure to include your twitter URL in the URL line. Please do not enter your blog URL there.


Note: Mom It Forward accepts paid sponsorships for most #gno Twitter parties. During the parties, brand sponsors provide tips, techniques, expert advice, and information on party topics. Mom It Forward is grateful for the giveaway prizes, coupons, and discounts that sponsors also provide to the Mom It Forward community in conjunction with #gno Twitter parties.

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Get Tips for Cooking With Chocolate at Tuesday’s #gno Twitter Party

February 10, 2010 by Jyl Johnson Pattee · 7 Comments 

Chocolate. One word that elicits so many emotions. It’s soothing. It’s addictive. Above all, it’s yummilicious!  Now couple cooking with chocolate and tell me if you don’t start feeling immediate mouth-watering anticipation and excitement. You could have been full one second ago, but now you’re starving for that sweet treat.

Can you relate? If so, you’re in good company. Or, you will be when you join the #gno gang and Scharffen Berger, maker of America’s finest dark chocolate, this Tuesday, February 16 from 9-11 ET (8 CT, 7 MT, and 6 PT) as we share our passion and tips for cooking with chocolate! Click here to party with us on our custom Tweetgrid.


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Join #gno Tuesday on Twitter for Delicious Breakfast Tips

February 4, 2010 by Jyl Johnson Pattee · 12 Comments 

Are you the type that makes breakfast from scratch every day or relies on a quick and easy fix as you’re rushing to your home office, to tend to your kids’ needs, or as you head out the door? Have any special breakfast plans for Valentine’s Day? Is this making you hungry for some yummy conversation?

Then click here to join the #gno gang and Kraft this Tuesday, February 9 from 9-11 ET (8 CT, 7 MT, and 6 PT) as we share tips on the most important meal of the day—breakfast!

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Join #gno Tuesday to Share Your Parenting Tips With Pepperidge Farm Fishful Thinking

January 27, 2010 by Jyl Johnson Pattee · 13 Comments 

As a mom, your schedule is packed, your life is a balancing act and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the daily demands of parenthood. But, did you know that there are easy tips and fun activities that you can do to build key skills like optimism and resilience in your kids?  And, that you can do this while enriching the little moments you have with your children?

Fishful ThinkingSM is a program sponsored by Pepperidge Farm that provides resources, tips, and activities for raising happy, healthy children. Pepperidge Farm teamed with Dr. Karen Reivich, a leader in positive psychology research, and a mother of four, to provide parents with resources, tips, and activities they can use to help kids tackle life’s obstacles.

Who do you go to for parenting advice? Join us for a night connecting with other moms to share tips and activities for positive parenting! Join us here at #gno on February 2 from 9-11PM EST with Dr. Karen Reivich, the Mom It Forward gals, and the Fishful Thinking team to share a night of parenting support!


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Learn Tips to Increase Cultural Awareness and to Celebrate Diversity

January 22, 2010 by Jyl Johnson Pattee · 8 Comments 

You don’t need to travel the world to be culturally aware or to embrace diversity. In the same vein, you don’t need to take your kids out of the country to teach them about and how to appreciate other cultures.

Click here to join your fave #gno gals along with Putumayo Kids Music Tuesday, January 26 from 9-11 ET p.m. at the weekly #gno Twitter party to learn how to increase cultural awareness and celebrate diversity—for you and your kids!

  • What: Girls’ Night Out (#gno) Twitter party (Click here to learn about #gno!)
  • Who: Thanks to Putumayo Kids for sponsoring!
  • When: Tuesday, January 26, 9-11 p.m. EST (8CT, 7 MT, & 6 PT)
  • Where: Party with here us on our custom Tweetgrid. (Use hashtags #gno and #putumayokids.)
  • Topic: Cultural Awareness and Diversity
  • Who: @connectingmom @jessiev @lizstrauss @parentella @putumayokids @spanglishbaby
  • Party Favors: Click here to enter for a chance to win a Putumayo Kids CD collection of music from around the world ($180 value) Deadline: Wednesday, January 27 at midnight PT.
  • RSVP: Use Mr. Linky below (enter the twitter URL and your twitter ID (e.g., http://twitter.com/jyl_momIF). If you would like to include your blog, please enter it next to your name. Make sure to include your twitter URL in the URL line. Please do not enter your blog URL there.

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Internet Safety Tips at This Week’s #gno Twitter Party

January 16, 2010 by Jyl Johnson Pattee · 18 Comments 

Love the benefits computers offer your children, but worry if your kids are safe from the dangers of the Internet?

Join us here Tuesday, January 19 from 9-11 ET p.m. at the weekly #gno Twitter party to learn how to protect your kids from Internet danger.

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