School just ended making it the perfect time to sign up for the Scholastic Summer Reading Challenge! Even though we haven't even had a full week off of school I don't want my kids forgetting the importance of reading! Gavin just finished 3rd grade and is the top reader for his entire grade! He worked really hard to get there and letting his reading level slide because school is out is … [Read more...]
Get Ready for a Successful Summer of Reading with These 5 Tips!
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My first son has loved reading since day one. When he was little he would bring me piles of books and beg for me to read as many of them as possible. When he learned to read he would often volunteer to read to his younger brother. As he grew older he loved getting lost in large novel series and would sometimes disappear for days at a time lost in a fantasy world his books created for … [Read more...]
Have a Summer Water War with these DIY Sponge Bombs {Fun Crafts with Mom}
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Here in New England we might have had a hard winter but it's surprisingly hot here already. Yesterday alone was 90 degrees! I love the heat but my kids get cranky if they don't have a great way to cool off. The boat isn't yet ready, as parents we don't want to deal with the waterslide and we don't have a pool. I've seen these fun sponge bombs all over Pinterest and a few weeks ago I picked up some … [Read more...]
5 Things To Consider When You’re Purchasing A Car Seat
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One of the biggest and most important purchases a parent makes is their car seat. When I was pregnant with my first born, Malone, I spent a lot of time researching car seats. I found myself a little overwhelmed by the process. I ended up making myself a gigantic car seat feature spreadsheet and spent hours researching. My nerdy list had five main sections to it that I'll share with you … [Read more...]
Baby Chicks Paper Plate Craft {Fun Crafts With Mom}
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This fun paper plate craft is super easy for any age level. My oldest was telling me about the baby chicks that the school hatch every year and I thought we could do a fun craft to celebrate them. My boys had a lot of fun making theirs! Supplies Needed: Yellow Paper Plates Yellow Feathers Orange Pipe Cleaners Wiggle Eyes Glue Dots Glue Stick Scissors Orange Cardstock For our … [Read more...]
Kids Learn About Money and More With the Kids Wealth Program
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Teaching kids at an early age about money is really important to start good financial habits. Kids Wealth is the perfect tool to help teach them. The early you start teaching kids about the value of money and budgeting the more responsible they will be when they are adults. We have been using the Kids Wealth program for a few weeks now with my 6 year old son Hayden and we all love it! You can … [Read more...]
Quick and Simple Bunny Cake! Perfect For A Bunny Birthday or Easter!
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Halli turned two years old last weekend! I swear each year seems to go by faster and my kids are suddenly a year older. One of my family's birthday traditions is that I make my kid's birthday cakes, like this years bunny cake. I make old school cut up cakes just like I had when I was a kid. Nothing fancy, just yummy cake, and regular delicious frosting. I really look forward to making their cakes. … [Read more...]
Make Bunny Bum Pancakes For Your Easter Breakfast!
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Easter is by far one of my favorite holidays. It might even beat Christmas as my favorite holiday. I really love the time I spend with my family, and remembering our Savior. I brought Halli home from the hospital on Easter Sunday. Easter is a really special holiday for me. I also really love all the Easter candy and all the cute Easter decorations. One my favorite Easter family traditions are that … [Read more...]
Pirate Treasure Sensory Kit Goody Boxes for Pirate Party {Fun Crafts with Mom}
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We just had Sawyer's 3rd birthday over this past weekend and it was so much fun! This year's theme was a fun pirate party! When it came time to decide on what to make for the goody bag I decided I wanted to do something different this year. We've been having lots of fun with Sensory Kits lately and I wanted to make them for all the kids under 5 attending the party. So we made Pirate Sensory Box as … [Read more...]
