Are you looking for Easter Basket Stuffers for Easter this year? What do you do if you can't get to the store (like during the outbreak) or when you realize that the Amazon orders probably won't arrive in time for Easter? With Read More
Stained Glass Sidewalk Chalk Art with Kids
If we had to pick one item to use outside, it would have to be sidewalk chalk. During this 'stuck-at-home' time that we are in right now, it's important to find some ways to keep ourselves & our kids busy, but not just with busywork, Read More
Stained Glass with Washable Window Chalk
I've seen some of the most adorable ideas lately! So many of these ideas have been picked up by my friends and neighbors. I've loved the Stained Glass Sidewalk Chalk drawings and the Neighborhood Bear Hunts. Read More
Disney CARS Traffic Light Treats
A few years ago, we had a Disney Cars themed birthday party and today I wanted to share a fun treat that we made for the party! I just found these pictures again today, while the kids and I were looking through our son's old birthday party Read More
Make the Most of Social Distancing: Embrace the Crazy
I've been talking about how we can make it through this pandemic right now, with free online resources for students & fun ideas to do at home. Today's post about how to Embrace the Crazy of Social Distancing comes from my Read More
Easy and Effective Reward System for Kids
This is, by far, the easiest and most effective reward system for kids that I have done. I've shared this before but had to do so again because it is a reward system that works so well! As an elementary teacher, I tried so many Read More
How to Talk to Your Kids about Coronavirus
Today's post comes from Amy Shepley... During the Coronavirus pandemic, I have been staying with my brother and his family. He and his wife have three boys, aged 7, 4, and 2. It's so hard to break their little hearts. I'm sure some people have had Read More
Kids waking too early? Try this!
Are your kids waking too early? Do you wish your children would sleep in just a little later? I understand completely! When your kids are waking too early in the morning, it can make them tired, cranky and they don't feel their best. Overall, Read More
Easter Basket Stuffers that your kids will LOVE!
Today we are sharing 50+ Easter Basket Stuffers for kids! Easter Basket gifts are fun and help your family celebrate the season, no matter what the gift may be. Today I'm sharing kids Easter gifts for kids of all ages, with Easter Basket ideas Read More
Non Candy Valentines : Bubbles Valentines
If you are looking for adorable Non-Candy Valentines, you've come to the right place. These Bubble Valentines are perfect! While candy Valentines are always fun, it's nice to mix it up a bit and give their friends something new to play with... Read More
Child’s stomach hurts before school (anxiety in a child)
At one point or another, each of our children have had an upset stomach before school. Usually, the stomach ache starts the night before. When I finish tucking them in and they are lying in bed, they start thinking (and worrying) about Read More
The best thing you can do to stay connected to your teenager
As our four children are getting older, with one in the teen years, and another following close behind, I've thought about how I can be the best mom for them. I've prayed that I can teach them what they need to learn before they are Read More
Daily, Weekly, Monthly Cleaning Schedule
With four children, if we want to have a tidy and clean house, we have to keep some sort of a house cleaning schedule. This cleaning schedule isn't terribly elaborate but is more of a simple cleaning calendar to keep our family of six on task. Read More
Kids not listening? Zoning out while you talk?
Do you feel like your kids are not listening? Are your kids zoning out when you talk? When they just don't listen or they start to ignore you, try these tips. They will help to get past that problem. What do you do when you feel like your kids Read More
60 Screen-Free Summer Activities for Kids
These Screen-Free Summer Activities for Kids are perfect for summer! There is nothing quite like getting away from technology, even if it is just for a no-technology week! It is sad, but American children spend 5-8 hours in front of a Read More
Top Learning Games for Kids
I am sharing these top learning games for kids (both online & offline) as a way to help our kids avoid the summer slide. There is a reason the old saying "If you don't use it, you lose it" has been around for so long. Over the summer, kids Read More
No Screen-time Until Free Printable Sheet
This No-Screentime Until Printable Sheet has been wonderful for our family. When we first started limiting electronics for our kids, we created this free no-screentime sheet. Within a few months, I also added these Swap Chores for Screentime Read More
21 Disneyland Secrets – what to do in Disneyland when it’s crowded
These Disneyland Secrets were originally posted on my website by Carissa years ago (Carissa is a Disneyland Fan- she's gone more than 150 times!). I've updated it & shared it again today because I know that it is always useful to have the lastest Read More
“Mommy will you lay with me?” … when your child wants you to lie down in their bed at night
I have a new favorite phrase from our kids: "Mommy, will you lay with me?" Why is this my favorite? Let me tell you. Do you hear this every night, as I do? Our children want me to lie down with them every night. This question is always on their Read More
CONSEQUENCES FOR KIDS THAT WORK!
Coming up with consequences for kids that work is not always easy, especially when you're in the heat of the moment and you just need your kids to do what you ask! You need to find something that works and stick to it... if you want a behavior to Read More
