• Coffee Filter Art for Kids How to make tie dye art

    Tie Dye Coffee Filter Art for Kids

    Let’s think about art supplies you might have at home.  Have you ever wondered how people, teachers, and KIDS make those really cool Coffee Filter Art projects? It’s actually not very hard.  We’ve made them for years, sometimes we turn them into turkeys and peacocks. I just LOVE this cool color mixing process. If you don’t have […]

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  • BACK TO SCHOOL FAIRY

    Back-to-School Fairy Poem with free printable

    Are you looking for a fun and simple Back-to-School Tradition?  If your child is a little anxious about the start of school, you might like to add this to your list of family traditions.  Twas the night before the first day of school and all through the house everyone is sleeping….. or maybe not!  Maybe […]

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  • A happy child playing outdoors in a sunny backyard, wearing casual summer clothes. The child is fully engaged in play, running through the grass with a carefree expression. Nearby, a small timer, like the Time Timer, sits on a table, subtly showing the countdown. The scene captures the essence of joyful, unstructured "free time" during a relaxed summer day.

    “Free Time” – Two Magic Words

    A Mom Hack That Changed My Life: Embracing “Free Time” I’m about to share a little secret that transformed my mom life. And yes, I know that sounds dramatic, but I promise you—it’s the real deal. Last summer, I discovered the magic of a simple phrase: “Free Time.” If you’re a teacher, this phrase will […]

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  • Tween Girl Hygiene Helpers

    Tween Girls Hygiene Helpers: Essential Tips and Products

    Are you navigating the world of tween girl hygiene at home? As your tween girl prepares for middle school, good hygiene practices become more important than ever. After our popular tween boy hygiene post, many readers requested a guide for tween girls too. While I’m not an expert on this topic, my sister, who has […]

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  • DIY name book for kids, featuring a 4x6 photo album with handwritten name cards and small family portraits. A fun and educational activity for toddlers, preschoolers, and early readers to learn letter sounds, spell their names, and recognize family and classmates' names.

    Make Your Own Name Book for Families or Classrooms

    Make Your Own Name Book: A Fun Way to Learn Names and Letters! Looking for a fun and easy way to help your little one learn family names, letter sounds, and even how to spell their own name? This Make Your Own Name Book is perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, and beginning readers. Who Am I? […]

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