Three (Thousand) Cheers For Teachers!

“Teachers affect eternity; they can never tell where their influence stops” – Henry Adams

It’s been 30 years since I was last in elementary and high school, yet I remember some moments like they were yesterday. Many of these moments were tied to special teachers who did small special things for me – things that I still use today or remember with such fondness. I recall:

• A teacher who gave me a “Ramona the Brave” book and told me I was ready to read my first novel.
• A teacher who taught me about different cultures by sharing her food and dress, and more importantly taught us that we are all different but all very much the same.
• A teacher who taught me that the written word is a beautiful and powerful thing.
• A teacher who cared for me when I sat crying at my desk after hearing unkind words from a classmate.
• A teacher that expected only the best from everyone, and who taught me that hard work is difficult but definitely something to be proud of.

We are always so excited to put together our September issue as it is a fresh start for many families – the real new year in the parenting world. This issue boasts great ways to get the new school year off to an amazing start!

I remember thinking the luckiest kids in the world were those that had Fruit Rollups in their lunchboxes. Well, let’s fast forward to 2024, and the luckiest kids are those with homemade fruit rollups – find the easy recipe on page 5. Also, get some help with healthy breakfasts on the go on page 19. You and the kids will love overnight oats and smoothie packs to make school mornings a breeze!

Let’s hear from the real stars of back to school time – the kiddos! What would 11 year old Lander and 7 year old Adi do if they were teacher for a day? Find out on page 11.

Our September issue will give you all the feels of a first day of school – excitement, nervousness, happiness, sadness and the hope that big things are to come. Enjoy!

 

Sabina Manji, a lifelong Londoner, is an irrepressible entrepreneur, mother of a wonderful son, and also a committed volunteer.