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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
Tips to Help Your Toddler Cope with Change
Change happens. It’s a part of life. Unfortunately, some people find change to be difficult. It’s particularly tricky for little ones. As a parent, there are many things you can do to help your toddler cope with change. What Is Change to a Toddler? For a toddler, change is anything that’s different from their normal […]
Busy Mom Laundry Hacks to Simplify Your Life
Laundry is never-ending. As soon as you get caught up, someone comes and tosses in dirty clothes in the bin. I have some busy mom laundry hacks to simplify laundry day in your home. I don’t mind washing and drying clothes; it is the putting it up portion I could live as! Hopefully, you will […]
Three Doable New Year’s Resolutions You Can Make at Any Time
Making a New Year’s resolution sounds good in theory. But for a busy mom, it seems more like a magic trick that a magician has up his sleeve. Most moms I know are so busy that they don’t even have time to make a grocery list let alone a list of resolutions. But, since the […]
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 […]
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
Thanksgiving 2018 Bucket List
November is much more than Thanksgiving, parades, and football. While I love ALL those thing some times you just want to change things up. This is true for me this year because my now almost 4 year old is all about the holidays. Make Thanksgiving 2018 with the awesome little bucket list. From acts of […]
My Little Firefly Turned Three- Mermaid FREEBIE
My Little Firefly Turned Three-Mermaid FREEBIE I’m not sure how we got to three but here we are. It seems like yesterday she was born. Three years have passed so quickly and so slowly at the same time. We celebrated with a day at The Downtown Aquarium with a mermaid theme party. It was […]
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 […]
10 Last Minute Halloween Costumes for Kids
Every year I find myself scrambling for a costume with just weeks to go until the big day. My little trick or treater can never make up her mind, so I procrastinate. If you have an indecisive toddler (I mean who doesn’t? If your toddler makes up their mind once and that’s that, I’d love to […]