• Teacher is Having a Baby Gift

    Is the classroom teacher or special family member having a baby? This DIY book of advice is perfect! Why not ask for some advice from the little people (students) in your child’s life.  My friend Bernadette remembered a book we made years ago and wanted to recreate it. She asked for some sample questions and promised to […]

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  • Colonial Williamsburg for Kids: Top Tips

    Would you like to take a step back in time?  How about when there weren’t any electricity or cars?  That far back?  Well, you’re in luck!  Williamsburg, Virginia is that kind of place. Why should you visit Williamsburg? The first words my 9-year-old said were…  “This is just like Disney World, except educational!” (translation:  Thanks […]

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  • Full "Love Tanks" = Happy Hearts

    Used with permission from Bright Sides Designs – just $1.25 to download! Keeping my kid’s little “love tanks” full has been one of my secrets to successful parenting (so far).  When my kids have full love tanks they are happier, play by themselves, fight less, are open to instruction (both discipline and school).  Empty love […]

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  • Words of Affirmation Love Language For Kids

    Pin It Are Words of Affirmation your child’s love language?   Describes your child: Likes for others to tell them they did a good job.     Favorite words include: Terrific! Good job!   You’re #1!   Awesome kid!   You did it! Mom Tips Write notes on the mirror Compliment aloud Speak positively about […]

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  • Five Love Languages: Service

    Pin It Are Acts of Service your child’s love language? Describes your child: Likes it when people do nice things for them, such as:   helping with chores school projects driving places making meals and snacks Mom Tip:  Practice sports together Work together on a project Check homework Pick them up on time Surprise them by […]

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