For several years we have had a simple Christmas - gifting our girls only four presents - a want, need, wear, and read. By keeping Christmas simple we cut down on costs since we are not spending money on junk just so we feel good about ourselves for … [Read more...]
Elf Returns from the North Pole Letter
The Elf on the Shelf tradition is one that we started a few years ago. Over the years I have learned a few things about our elf and I love sharing those things with you. An Elf Returns from the North Pole letter is a fun way to kick off this yearly … [Read more...]
Keep Kids Busy in November: Thanksgiving Word Scramble
The month of November is so much fun. The leaves are falling, the weather is crisp, and the cooking is yummy. Sometimes we go a little stir crazy in the fall because it may be a little too chilly or rainy to head outside to play. It is possible to … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Lunch Box Notes using Thanksgiving Jokes for Kids
Nothing says fall quite like Thanksgiving Lunch Box Notes. Start sending these funny jokes in with your kid's lunch and by the time you are sitting around eating turkey dinner they will have memorized these jokes and will be able to make everyone … [Read more...]
Printable Halloween Lunchbox Notes Using Halloween Jokes
Add some Halloween lunchbox notes to your child's lunch to give them something to laugh about in the days before Halloween. Using some of my favorite Halloween Jokes for Kids I created some very cute Halloween notes that are sure to make my girls … [Read more...]
Back to School Printable: Free First Day of School Signs
Heading back to school is an emotional time. Back in the day (the same day when we walked to school in 3 feet of school, up hill both ways) our parents didn't think twice about sending us to school on the bus with a sack lunch containing a bologna … [Read more...]
Teaching Kids About Money: Giving Kids Money for Back to School Shopping
As a parent one of our most important jobs is teaching kids about money. Each year we have a fantastic teachable opportunity with back to school shopping when there are school supplies, lunch boxes, shoes, clothing, and more to buy. There are 13 … [Read more...]
Printable Last Day of School Certificate: Time Capsule Memories
It's such a cliche, but kids really do grow up so quickly. It's important to take a snapshot of kids at this very moment so we can look back on those memories later. Help children celebrate with a fun Last Day of School Certificate (that would be … [Read more...]
Homemade Gift for Mom: Mother’s Day Coupon Book
Celebrating mom can happen on her birthday, during the holiday season, on Mother's Day, or (truly) any day of the year. This printable Mother's Day coupon book is the perfect homemade gift for mom in any circumstance. There is a spot for your child … [Read more...]
This Printable Mother’s Day Questionnaire Will Make Mom Smile
Mother's Day is the time that we showering some of the most important people in our lives with meals, gifts, and words. It's the time of year when kids bring home Mother's Day cards and stories from school. It's also the time when children … [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