We live in a world where there is constantly a threat to overdo holidays. There are those that like simplicity and those who like to make memories. I am definitely in the Making Memories camp. We have a few St. Patrick's Day Traditions that have … [Read more...]
St. Patrick’s Day Pot of Gold Craft
St. Patrick's Day is coming! A few years ago my then four-year-old and I did a cute St. Patrick's Day Pot of Gold craft y. It was super easy and she really loved the finished product. In fact, she hung it up in her room! Materials to Make … [Read more...]
Saving for the Holidays: The Christmas Club Account
We all know which day Christmas falls....kids as young as elementary school know that Christmas is on December 25th. Hanukkah dates typically fall within the month of December as well. Since those dates happen at/around the same time every year … [Read more...]
Ways to Waste Less Food
There is nothing more frustrating than throwing good food away. Doesn’t it seem like bananas start turning brown and peaches develop a handful of bruises on the drive home from the grocery store? It’s enough to make you want to throw a toddler … [Read more...]
Beginning Chapter Books for Early Readers
Once your child has learned to read and is ready to move from the Step books into more advanced books it can be a bit of a challenge finding chapter books for early readers. Your search for early chapter books just became a lot easier with this list … [Read more...]
Science Experiments for Kids: Making Raisins Dance
The California Raisins aren't the only dancing raisins. Making raisins dance is a super simply science project that you can complete with your kids. Truth is, you may not need to help with this one at all! Grab a can of Sprite or 7Up (or any clear … [Read more...]
Being Intentional with Finances
Money. We all have different relationships with money. Some of us loathe money because there isn’t enough to stretch between the bills and necessities. Others of us have a good relationship with money because it buys our Android phones, iPads, … [Read more...]
Every Day Lunch Box Notes – Perfect for Every Single Day of the (School) Year
Do you ever sit back and realize that we have only 18 years with our kids? Between the day your child is born, and the time he or she turns 18, you get 940 Saturdays — and 260 of them are gone by her fifth birthday. That fifth birthday is a big … [Read more...]
Science Experiments for Kids: Blow up a Balloon with Vinegar and Baking Soda
This summer we are going to conduct many easy science experiments for kids. With summer comes the opportunity to be outside where messes are easily washed away. For our first summer learning experiment we learned how to blow up a balloon with … [Read more...]
Peeps Craft: Peeps Garland Tutorial Using Burlap
Peeps are a definite sign of spring. Once you see those yellow little marshmallow bunnies you just know that you are in for a few weeks of spring and Easter decorations. Peeps are definitely one of my favorite candies. As Little Sister (age 6) … [Read more...]
Leandrea is a married mom of two girls, ages 13 and 12, living in Atlanta, GA. She is passionate about helping people save money one coupon at a time. Read more