At the start of last school year, I got bombarded. A surprise "deployment" meant single parenting for me right at the start of a busy season. Kids were all enrolled in sports and activities. My plan was to have two parents to share drop off and pick up responsibilities. That plan failed! It took some quick systems to get on track. These tips make my list of school year … [Read more...]
Planning for the New School Year
As I approach the first day of school, I do not want to let fear and anxiety lead me. I am focused on a systematic approach to our school year. These 5 tips help me with planning for the year ahead-any year. Balance can still be reached when we take a smart approach to each day. … [Read more...]
Back to School Lunch Ideas
{Guest Post} Now that summer is over and the kiddos are back in school (yay!) making sure that they have healthy food (which they will actually eat) is a whole new area that we moms have to tackle. #thestruggleisreal These back to school lunch ideas are a hit in my house. … [Read more...]
Spend Less Time in the Kitchen for a Balanced Lunch for Kids
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Eckrich Deli Meat. Lunch is a meal of the day where my kids generally get free choice about what to eat. It helps me spend less time in the kitchen so I can sit with them and eat too. Only one child actually likes sandwiches, so we often do a deli tray-style lunch. Call it a kid’s version of a charcuterie board. I use this … [Read more...]
Back to School Fun for Toddlers
I know, toddlers don’t really go to “school”. Back to school fun for toddlers means they play and learn, and interact with mom and dad to learn life lessons. Toddlers are able to soak up so much learning! They get excited to explore new activities and places. That aspect of toddlerhood makes the temper tantrums a little easier to deal with….maybe. Since my older two went … [Read more...]
Printable ABC Book: Preschool Learning Activities
I really enjoy the natural ways preschool learning activities can be woven into your time at home with your children. It is the times we get to do activities together that really calm all the kids down, connect us to each other and of course create a love for learning on their part and a love for teaching in me. As a former preschool teacher, I love simple, free learning … [Read more...]
Back to School Parenting Tips
We made a big decision regarding our kids schooling this year. This year it is vitally important that we follow some back to school parenting tips to get organized for the school year. Whether you homeschool, send your child to private school, a charter school, or public school, back to school parenting tips help us all get organized. We need to use our time wisely to support … [Read more...]
DIY Lunch Box Notes Holder
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Wet Ones®. The opinions and text are all mine. For more information you can view my disclosure. I admit, I do not do the Bento Box fancy creative kids lunch thing. When I ask my son, "What do you want for lunch today?" He normally answers, "Whatever you want me to have." Easy. Sort of. I want to try to make lunch … [Read more...]
Back to School Snack Solutions
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Tyson. The opinions and text are all mine. Back to School preparations have begun in our house. We keep a fairly relaxed schedule during the Summer, so I know we will all need to adjust to the more structured schedule during the school year. Last school year, one of the biggest challenges was finding a good … [Read more...]
6 Tips to Save Money on Back to School Shopping
This post contains affiliate links and was sponsored by Shopathome.com. I only review and share products and services that I would use in my home in hopes that it can be helpful for you with your children. Please view my disclosure. It is time to go through the clothes, check the supply lists and make sure the school shoes still fit. Back to School season is here, … [Read more...]
Storage Solution for Kids Art and Projects
When my children are little, I start introducing crayons and coloring. I like to save their little pieces of artwork and jot down their age at the time, so we can look back on their projects years down the road. It can be hard to decide how to store these activities and keep them from piling up on the kitchen counter. A simple storage solution for kids art helped me preserve … [Read more...]
Responsibility of Teachers Versus Parents
The lines between what is the responsibility of teachers and parents are blurred today. Children are being essentially raised by teachers. In child care the caregivers are called "teachers" and these are the adults a child in daycare full-time sees most of their days. Beyond that, teachers are receiving students who are not ready to learn. Teachers are limited in ways … [Read more...]