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Lesson Planning – Classroom Transformations!
Written by Casey Jeffers, Owner of Fair Winds Teaching & MSEA Second Grade Teacher Check out how I morph my classroom into an engaging learning lab for any subject! Anytime you can change up your student's routine to engage them in a new learning experience...
Swimming Pools and Your Homeowner’s Insurance
There’s nothing like a refreshing dip in the pool on a hot summer day. That’s why a swimming pool can be a great investment for your property. However, pools come with their fair share of risks, which is why protecting them with the right insurance is so important....
Summer Travel – Common Collisions and How to Avoid Them
The open road, the sunshine, and vacation time—it seems that summer is meant for road trips. With so many of your fellow travelers on the road, though, there’s a chance for collisions. That’s especially true if you’re on a long drive, on unfamiliar roads or distracted...
The BEST Grill Cleaning Hacks
It’s time to break out the barbecue. July is National Grilling Month, a great time to host a backyard get-together! Whether you prefer hot dogs or halibut, cheeseburgers, or charred veggies, everything tastes better on the grill. What’s even better than a mouthful of...
10 Swimming Pool Maintenance Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
You’re a proud pool owner – or a soon-to-be one. You know how important it is to keep your pool clean, safe, and ready to swim. We’ve compiled a list of 10 common maintenance mistakes that pool owners make, and how you can avoid them. Use this as your guide to ensure...
9 Easy Ways to Keep the Backyard Bugs Away
We love being outside in the summertime for a backyard barbecue or an evening gathering around the fire pit. Unfortunately, the bugs love it too. If you’re tired of itchy mosquitos, armies of ants, and other pesky pests, read on. We’ve got the answer for what bugs...
Renting a Home on Vacation – Does My Insurance Cover It?
You’re going on vacation and renting a beautiful property for the week. You’re not expecting anything to go wrong, but what happens if something does? What if you break something, or if you get injured? What if your stuff gets damaged or stolen? Read on to find out...
Is It Important to Keep a Copy of My Insurance Policy?
If you’ve ever sat down to read a declaration page on an insurance policy, you know there’s a lot that goes into the documentation. This information is clearly important, but there’s a lot of paperwork. Do you really need to keep it all, and for how long? Here’s a...
Building Up Your Classroom Library
Written by Casey Jeffers, Owner of Fair Winds Teaching & MSEA Second Grade Teacher Setting up your classroom library can be a daunting task. Whether you are a brand new teacher or a teacher switching grade levels (this is a big deal because not all books...
Fire Zones and What They Mean for Your Home
When the weather is hot and dry, and conditions are just right, wildfires happen. They are more common in some parts of the country than others, but it’s important to remember a fire can break out anywhere. And when it does, your home and your family are at risk. Know...