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50 Qualities a Standardized Test Cannot Measure
It’s that time of year again! It’s been three years since I have been in the classroom but, I feel like the topic of kids taking a standardized test is still something I hear a lot about, especially on social media. Maybe it’s because I am still super passionate about education so, I try to […]
Conquer the Battle with Your Picky Eater
Does your toddler suffer from selective eating, also known as being a picky eater? You are not alone Mama. Thousands and thousands of kids around the country are selective eaters. There is hope. You can conquer the battle with your picky eater. I often joke that there isn’t much I have gotten right as a […]
Parenting
10 Clever Ways to Beat the Heat at the Adventure Park
Every summer families flock to Disney and other adventure parks for a magical family adventure. Even though these months are the busiest and hottest months of the year, they are when kids are out of school and families take vacations. Sometimes you just have to roll with the punches, so it is especially important to […]
The Five Love Languages of Kids
We all want our children to feel loved, but sometimes the way we love is different than the way our child wants to be loved. The fact is, children, express and receive love in a variety of ways, and sometimes their love language is different from our own. By understanding the different love languages of […]
The Easiest Way to Organize School Papers
Being super organized at home is not on my top ten best qualities list. This is strange because at work I have been known to be very organized. I guess maybe I used up all my organizational powers and now there is none left for home. But, now that I have a child in school […]
Five Easy Meal Planning Tips for the Busy Mom
Meal planning is not my favorite part of the week. I’m not exactly sure why but maybe it’s because I don’t like making the decisions on our family’s meals. Sometimes I opt for our meals to be sent from Hello Fresh. When that isn’t in our budget (very rare) or we don’t like the choices […]
Recipes
Amazing Benefits of Strawberries You Need to Know
It is definitely not a coincidence that strawberries are heart-shaped. These little goodies are packed full of nutrients that are good for your body and your brain. The benefits of strawberries are hard to deny. I didn’t find my love for strawberries until late in life. Fresh fruit other than apples, oranges, and maybe bananas […]
20+ Mouth-Watering Strawberry Recipes for Breakfast
Have you ever heard the saying, “Eight strawberries a day keeps the doctor away.”? No? Well, that is because I just made that up. But after learning about all the health benefits that come from strawberries it should totally be a saying. We all know that strawberries taste good and know that they are super […]
13 Easy Valentine’s Day Snacks for a Class
Looking for some yummy snacks for your kid’s Valentine’s Day party at school? Check out these easy Valentine’s Day class snacks. Anyone of these delicious sweet treats will sure to be a hit with your child and their classmates. 13 Easy Valentine’s Day Snacks for a Class It doesn’t get easier than these No […]
9 Valentine’s Day Breakfast Ideas
Say “I love you!” with a delicious Valentine’s Day breakfast this year. These 9 Valentine’s Day Breakfast ideas recipes are sure to bring a smile to your kiddos faces. Feeling grumpy about Valentine’s Day? Check out my post about ways you can show love, even if you are not in the spirit. DIY Valentine’s Day […]
Activities
40 Bug Crafts for Kids
Who doesn’t love a good bug craft? Summer is coming and no doubt you will be looking for things to do with your kiddos. Arts and crafts for kids are not only super fun, but they are also very educational. Pair a bug craft with a coordinating book and you will never worry about summer regression […]
7 Meaningful and Fun Ways to Teach Life Skills to Your Child This Summer
Every child needs to know these life skills listed below. As a parent, it is up to us to teach our children these basic skills so they can function as adults later in life. Being able to swim, cleaning up after themselves, doing their own laundry, knowing how to cook, and the list goes on. […]
14 Creative Halloween Pumpkin Crafts
Craft season really begins with Halloween. There is no shortage of craft ideas for Halloween. I know you will love these 13 creative Halloween pumpkin crafts. Photo Credit: “Star Wars Porg Pumpkins” by Creative Green Living This adorable Halloween pumpkin for all of the Star Wars fans out there! I hope you have a […]
Solar System Matching Game for Kids
Matching games are so much for toddlers and preschoolers. They have several benefits for kids, and they are also a great way to explore topics they are interested in. I love this solar system matching game so much. These space graphics are super cute (thanks PrettyGrafik for these amazing illustrations). Instructions for the […]