Christmas Stocking Stuffer Ideas for the Whole Family | #christmas
Christmas is just a week away and while most of us wish we had our Christmas shopping done, in reality, we still have a million gifts to buy. I've always loved buying stocking stuffers for the kids, but this list is full of ideas for stocking stuffers for the whole family! For the kids: When looking for stocking stuffers for the kids, it's pretty easy to find them in the dollar bins at any major grocery store. Some ideas to look for Pencils, pens, markers, crayons. Toy cell phones for the younger kids and pay as you go cell phones for…
Christmas Apps for Kids | #Christmas #iPhone #Android #Tech
Christmas is just around the corner, and in the season of giving there are several Christmas apps for kids for both iPhones and Androids! A Charlie Brown Christmas ($ at the Apple Store) For fan's of Peanuts, this fun and interactive app reads aloud this classic book to kids. Christmas Games (Free at the Google Play Store) Featuring whimsical animation on the interface of this fun app that features Christmas matching, memory, and card games. Snowball Fight (Free at the Apple Store) In this fun interactive game, kids will have the chance to have a snowball fight with…
The Best Electronics to Purchase on Black Friday | #BlackFriday
You never know what insane deals you're going to find until the Black Friday ads start rolling in, but there are a few things that are worth looking for on Black Friday. Whether it's beating servers crashing to buy them online, or shoving your way through the crowds at Walmart, you should definitely look for these electronics on Black Friday. Apple Products- Anyone who loves Apple products knows that they tote a hefty price tag. Thankfully Black Friday shaves those price tags in half. In the current Black Friday ad, the iPhone 6 is going for $ at Target…
Cooking Thanksgiving Dinner With the Kidlets | #thanksgiving
Cooking Thanksgiving dinner with the kidlets in tow is no easy task, but it is doable. Thankfully, there are quite a few ways that kids can actually be a big help in the kitchen. Let's start with the little ones, kids six and up can help measure out and pour ingredients for pie. They can wash potatoes for Grandma's creamy mashed potatoes, they can help decorate pies and casseroles, and can fetch ingredients. Older kids can help open cranberry and cream corn jars, help prep side dishes, make the stuffing in the microwave, help wash the baking dishes, and can…
Five Ways to Give Back this Thanksgiving | #Thanksgiving
While retail corporations would have us believe that Thanksgiving is all about the turkey and stuffing, in reality, it's all about giving. And what better way to celebrate this holiday than to give back around your community and around the world? Donate to a charity that feeds hungry children- One in five children go to bed hungry every night and charities working to end child hunger help make sure that children around the world get a meal each and every day. Donate food- Whether it's to a food pantry or putting a few boxes of stuffing into a food donation…
Creative Ways to Use Leftover Halloween Candy
After the kids get sick of eating their Halloween candy, there are a few creative ways to use it up instead of throwing it out. Plus, kids love helping out in the kitchen. Send it to other children - The leftover saved candy that's factory sealed makes a great addition to Operation Christmas Child shoe boxes. Not to mention that packing shoe boxes and teaching your kids to share their candy is a great way to teach your children how to give. Save it for Christmas- You can save the candy to decorate gingerbread houses with during Christmas time.…
Choosing a daycare facility or child education services is a significant decision for any parent. It's where your child will spend a substantial part of their day, so thorough preparation is crucial. Here are some essential preparations to make: Research: Start your search early. Ask friends, family, and colleagues for recommendations. Research online reviews and visit the facility's website. Visit in Person: Nothing beats an in-person visit. Schedule a tour of the daycare to see the environment, meet the staff, and observe how they interact with children. Licensing and Accreditation: Ensure the daycare is licensed and accredited. This demonstrates their…
Helping Your Child Prepare for the SAT this Fall
The SAT, the big, bad scary test that no high school student wants to face. Not only do colleges rely on this test for determining applicants, but they also use SAT scores to determine financial aid packages. Here are four things you can do to help your child prepare for the SAT this fall. Read, read, read- Encouraging your high school student to read over this summer is one of the best things that you can do for them. The SAT verbal score (and college itself!) heavily relies on your child's reading ability. Encouraging them to read classics and magazines during…
Eco-Friendly Laundry Tips for Busy Families
It's no secret that laundry requires a lot of energy and water. If you're trying to live a more eco-friendly life style this year, here are a few tips to follow to make your laundry room as green as the rest of your house! Turn down the heat of your washing machine. Washing your clothes with hot water every single day uses up energy, but washing clothes in cold water help to conserve energy by up to 90%. Switch to natural detergent products. Natural products aren't chlorine based, and dissolve faster in cold water. Not to mention using natural laundry products helps…
7 Fun Popcorn Flavor Ideas
Popcorn is a light, healthy snack that's perfect for summer. Kiddos especially love the buttery flavor. If you're looking for ways to spice up your popcorn this summer, here are several different flavoring ideas that you can use. Chili popcorn: After dressing your popcorn with butter, toss it in chili powder to taste and enjoy! Parmesan popcorn: Toss buttered popcorn in Parmesan cheese for a delicious cheesy flavor. Blue cheese popcorn: To get a delicious blue cheese popcorn flavor, toss some blue cheese powder over popcorn. Enjoy! Mac n Cheese popcorn: Use a quarter of a bag of Kraft Mac n Cheese powder and…