For our first winter here in Michigan, I am making a list of all the suggested cold weather gear that everyone says we should buy for the Wee Child. I barely remember my time as a child in Wyoming, so the idea of having a snowsuit isn't foreign, but definitely not something I am used to worrying about. This list includes some of our top suggestions to help you keep your kids warm in the colder ...
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Benefits of Homeschooling with a Homemade Curriculum
Many homeschooling families think they need to go out and spend thousands of dollars on a curriculum. While this is something you can do, you don’t have to! I have spent two years homeschooling my kids and know all the Benefits of Homeschooling with a Homemade Curriculum. One year we made up our own curriculum and this past year we bought curriculum. There are perks to both! Benefits of ...
Organizing Your Kitchen Plus Free Printable Canister Labels
Do you come home from work and see a kitchen counter cluttered with dirty dishes, canisters and food? A lot of us struggle with how to stay on top of things like our kitchen being clean and orderly. If you have kids, work full time and want to have any family time - you quickly realize how tough it can be to keep everything done, arranged and accounted for. Here are some of my favorite tips for ...
7 Tricks For Easy Fall Cleaning
Do you feel like you need to find some hidden tricks for easy fall cleaning? I sure know I do! If you walked into my home today you would probably think a bomb went off in our living room. Not because it is dirty, but because of the stacks of boxes, clutter, random objects and overwhelming desire to pick things up and put them in their place. No, we are not typically disorganized, nor are we ...
Chores for 5 Year Old's with Free Printable
The internet is flooded with an overwhelming amount of information on what types of chores are appropriate for what ages. Some of these ideas are unrealistic and others well, are pretty underwhelming. There are many things that go into determining the perfect chores for 5-year-olds but, that is a whole different post. Here I will be sharing with you my list of ideas that work well for a ...
6 Ways To Survive The Holidays In A Blended Family
One of the greatest pleasures of my life is being a stepmom. It has been so rewarding and a fulltime source of growth for me personally. Being a parent, whether, by birth, adoption or within a blended family is a tremendous gift. It is, however, a gift that does bring many challenges. As Christmas approaches and plans are being made, I am reminded of some of those challenges. These tips are shared ...
25 Summer Bucket List Ideas for Kids
Summer break is quickly approaching. For kids (and hopefully grownups too), summer means fun. The hard part is a lot of these fun summer things either cost a lot or, all the small things add up and before you know you could have bought a new car (or at least it seems that way). This doesn’t have to be the case though. There are plenty of summer bucket list ideas that you can do with your kids for ...
Moving Equipment Needed For A Cross Country Move
As we prepare for our upcoming multi-state move, we know there is some basic moving equipment needed to make the process go smoothly. From helping us lift items without straining our back, to making sure things are safely packed for shipping, there is a checklist of items I think are important to have on hand. Moving Equipment Needed For A Cross Country Move This post contains affiliate ...
Using Arduino Project Handbook For STEM Homeschool
We recently received a copy of an amazing project book from No Starch Press for a review. The Arduino Project Handbook: 25 Practical Projects To Get You Started by, Mark Geddes is something appealed to me as a programmer and lover of Arduino. It made perfect sense once I started reading it, that it is ideal for a homeschool STEM classroom. I am going to be sharing some of my note and ...
Transitioning from Homeschooling to Public School
In just a few short months, we’re going from a homeschooling family to a public school family. We will have a kindergartner, second grader, and fourth grader. While I’m sad about ending this season in our life, I’m really excited about what it will bring. Public school will change our lives in a good way. Here are some ways we’re transitioning from homeschooling to public ...
Summer Budget Friendly Toddler Activities
Summer is the time everyone wants to be outside. Toddlers are no exception. They seem to just keep going. I know we love to be out of the house but, taking them to go do things gets pretty expensive rather quickly. This is why I make it a point to search out Budget Friendly Toddler Activities for us. You can manage to have fun as a family while also staying within your budget. Summer Budget ...
How to Meal Prep with Kids Underfoot
Raise your hand if you have kids under your feet, while in the kitchen! I have four kids and for the past 9 years, there have been tiny feet under my feet. They are so curious about what I’m doing, so knowing How to Meal Prep with Kids Underfoot is a must! Meal planning is interesting in my home. When I’m meal prepping, I feel as though it can be frustrating. This is why I'm sharing some of my ...
Tips For Moving Cross Country With Kids
Moving cross country into a new home is exciting for both kids and adults. Usually, kids feed off of the excitement of the adults. My kids were so excited the last time we moved, probably because of the fact that my husband and I were overly elated. Even though our move was just a short distance away, I wanted to share how you can help kids manage to move to a new home. Tips For Moving Cross ...
FREE Fall Spelling Worksheets For Early Readers
I am a part of many homeschool groups and boards through social media. I enjoy reading others tips, ideas and questions, because it helps me to know I'm not alone in my struggles, but also makes me aware of things I might be missing in my sons curriculum. One thing we have found since he has really started reading steadily is that he has a desire to learn how to spell more words. While I had ...
Farmer Boy Unit Study
Looking for ideas to incorporate Farmer Boy into your homeshool? We grew up reading the Little House On The Prairie series of books, and Farmer Boy was always a favorite. Check out this Farmer Boy Unit Study that is perfect for introducing this book to your children. FARMER BOY UNIT STUDY Check out our Homeschooling for Lazy Parents Facebook Support Group for more tips and ways to make your ...
How To Create A Bedtime Routine For School Age Kids
With back to school just around the corner, you may be wondering how to create a bedtime routine for school age kids. Wouldn’t it be awesome if kids went to bed without being told? Okay, some kids do this without being told, but the majority of kids don’t. Check out these tips to help create a successful bedtime routine for school age kids. How To Create A Bedtime Routine For School Age ...
Tips For Breastfeeding in Public Modestly
As a mom who has been breastfeeding her children for years, these tips for breastfeeding in public modestly come from my own personal experiences. Breastfeeding is no easy task and it takes a lot of time and effort. Whenever it comes time to breastfeed in public, it’s easy to get a little nervous. I prefer to cover up when I nurse in public, but not all moms do. If you’re still trying to perfect ...
Ultimate List Of Free Homeschool Curriculum
As someone that has always been on a budget in regards to our classroom, this list of free homeschool curriculum is definitely an amazing place to begin. With dozens of options for great things like unit studies, printables, and complete lesson plans, you can't go wrong with beginning here. Ultimate List Of Free Homeschool Curriculum This post contains affiliate links. Free homeschool ...
5 Spring Cleaning Tips for Busy Moms
I’ve always loved the idea of Spring Cleaning and my spring cleaning tips are much needed for busy moms like you and me. It’s a way to get rid of all of the junk in the house and it means sunshine is on its way. However, cleaning with kids at home can be a true nightmare. Not to mention, I’m super busy, so it’s not always easy to get things situated and ready for cleaning. Over the years, I have ...
Ways to Build Toddler Gross & Fine Motor Skills
Ways To Build Toddler Gross Motor Skills Toddlers are naturally inclined to run, jump, play and kick. These Ways To Build Toddler Gross Motor Skills can easily work with the natural part of who they are (endless bundles of energy). But guiding their natural bend to achieve some desired skills is easy and still fun for them! Here are 7 basic motions toddlers should be doing and ideas on how to ...