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How to Raise Selfless Children

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Children are born into this world full of hope and caring for other people. As your children enter the toddler years they do have a phase where they think the world revolves around them. With the right habits, parental tricks, and tips you can easily work to raise selfless children. Today we’re going to discuss some ways you can help encourage your children to consider other … [Read more...] about How to Raise Selfless Children

Tips to Help Your Kids Social Distance

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Many school districts have started to announce how they’ll handle back to school season with the pandemic. Some schools have opted for a hybrid of remote learning and in-person learning, while others are going right back into full in-person learning and others are reluctant so they’re starting the first few weeks with a remote learning option. With so many school districts … [Read more...] about Tips to Help Your Kids Social Distance

Hacks to Know if Your Kids May Have an Illness

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Being a parent is hard! Being a parent to a kid who seems to ‘be sick’ without any symptoms, other than perhaps not wanting to go to school, is even harder! Many children have mastered the trickery of pretending to be sick so that they don’t have to go to school or can avoid some big event they’d rather not attend. Faking sickness is pretty typical for children of all … [Read more...] about Hacks to Know if Your Kids May Have an Illness

Could The Pandemic Scar this Generation of Working Parents?

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A whole generation of working parents had their life turned upside down due to the pandemic. The pandemic shutdown made it so many parents had to return home to either be remote workers or be a full-time parent for the first time in their life. This may have resulted in the scarring of a generation of working parents all over the world, and today we’re going to discuss this … [Read more...] about Could The Pandemic Scar this Generation of Working Parents?

How The Pandemic Helped Bring Back Priority of Family Bonding

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The entire world has experienced a shutdown due to the pandemic. While some areas are starting to reopen and get life back to a new level of normal, other places are still under stay at home orders. Many parents have been furloughed or lost their job due to businesses shutting down. The world we’ve been living since last spring doesn’t look familiar. Many parents have been … [Read more...] about How The Pandemic Helped Bring Back Priority of Family Bonding

Pandemic Computer Game Sheds Light on Working Parent Issues

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There’s this new choose your own adventure game that’s all about the pandemic. This game, developed by Smita Venkat, allows you to answer questions in a multiple-choice format as you dive into the world of parenting during this chaotic time. The game is called Parenting in a Pandemic Simulator (PIPS) and it’s opening many conversations among parents of young children ever … [Read more...] about Pandemic Computer Game Sheds Light on Working Parent Issues

Hobbies to Keep Kids Occupied While Stuck at Home

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Pandemic parenting is starting to get tiresome for kids and parents. It’s not easy to keep these kids entertained while you’re stuck at home for months on end! Today we’re featuring some unique hobbies that kids of all ages will enjoy while you’re stuck at home. Whether you’re looking to keep the teenagers out of your hair about visiting their friends or toddlers busy so … [Read more...] about Hobbies to Keep Kids Occupied While Stuck at Home

Parents, Handle Anxiety with Remote Learning Again

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Last spring many schools shut down without notice, leaving parents and teachers to dive headfirst into remote learning. This new method of learning worked for some children while others suffered greatly. Parents and teachers were quickly trying to determine the best way to educate children in a remote learning environment. With many schools over budget, they had to find an … [Read more...] about Parents, Handle Anxiety with Remote Learning Again

Mommies Over 40- Acing Fitness Fashion Is Easy

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Achieving fitness goals may be challenging for women over forty but there are good reasons not to give up. There is no reason why you shouldn’t set goals and work hard to achieve them. And there is a lot you can do for the inspiration, from emulating your favorite celebrities to going the extra mile with workout dressing. When it comes to fitness fashion, you may be confused … [Read more...] about Mommies Over 40- Acing Fitness Fashion Is Easy

Make Your Workout Regime More Engaging and Fascinating

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For most people, it's a task to get up and go to the gym for their daily workout. They require a huge push to get up and follow the same routine every day. It’s not very hard to find the reason for this lethargy and disconnect with a workout regime. It’s quite human to get bored of repeating the same activity on a daily basis. There are many solutions to making this routine … [Read more...] about Make Your Workout Regime More Engaging and Fascinating

Composting in Everyday Life

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Our neighbors have what's called a compost pile. This pile is now attracting skunks. Thankfully there's a small fence in between the homes, but that hasn't stopped the little skunk visitor to walk around the fence and check out our swing set area. Thankfully, we don't have anything outside that will attract the skunk or keep the skunk around in our yard. It still sucks. I … [Read more...] about Composting in Everyday Life

10 Fun DIY Halloween Crafts

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Halloween is just around the corner and with that comes the need to have some family bonding activities. Today we're featuring 10 fun DIY Halloween crafts to get your family prepared for this fabulous season of pumpkins, ghouls and apple spice. These 10 Fun DIY Halloween Crafts will keep the family busy for hours and provide you with some unique fall decor options. 10 … [Read more...] about 10 Fun DIY Halloween Crafts

Simple Ways to Protect Your Family

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A family iѕ a mаn'ѕ prized роѕѕеѕѕiоn. Thе members оf hiѕ fаmilу аrе something that a price tаg cannot be рlасеd on, аѕ the vаluе dоеѕ nоt trаnѕlаtе to mоnеtаrу tеrmѕ. The love thаt a fаmilу ѕhаrеѕ for one аnоthеr iѕ рriсеlеѕѕ. All thе material thingѕ thаt thе wоrld hаѕ tо offer will not bе еnоugh tо соmреnѕаtе fоr thе lоѕѕ оf someone in уоur fаmilу. The vоid that will be … [Read more...] about Simple Ways to Protect Your Family

Cubles – A Fun, Beneficial Time For Your Kids

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If you’re looking for or need a way to get your kids to have some fun without spending too much time on their screens, I know a great option to consider. Today I’m going to be showing you all a great craft called Cubles that can not only occupy your child but also be beneficial to them. If you want to learn more, keep reading! Cubles – A Fun, Beneficial Time For Your … [Read more...] about Cubles – A Fun, Beneficial Time For Your Kids

Free Printable for Countries Homeschool Study

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If you’re struggling with ideas for homeschooling lessons, specifically to do with geography or social studies, you’ve come to the right place. Studying and learning about a specific country or countries can be a great project idea for your kid and help them learn a lot of new information. Here are some tips on how to use countries for at home social studies and some resources … [Read more...] about Free Printable for Countries Homeschool Study

Preteen and Teen Chicken Soup For The Soul

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Chicken Soup For The Soul books are a great form of reading that gives inspiration, laughter, and good life lessons to those reading depending on the topic and readers. Many current parents grew up with these books, so you may recognize the name. I even used to read these books to and with my eldest child when they were growing up as a way to share time together. These … [Read more...] about Preteen and Teen Chicken Soup For The Soul

Reducing Risk of Food Allergies in Babies

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Food allergies are something many people struggle with that can sometimes harm your diet and lifestyle. If you have a baby or young child, you most likely want the best for them when it comes to growing up healthy and without food allergies. There are actually ways to reduce the risk of children having a food allergy. I’m sure you’re wondering why you’d want to do that … [Read more...] about Reducing Risk of Food Allergies in Babies

Make Homeschooling Fun by Using Your Pool

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Struggling to find ways to keep your kids involved in their schooling at home? It can be really hard to keep kids engaged, especially with the heat coming to our homes and how repetitive lessons can be. If you have a pool, you can actually let them cool off and have fun while still learning! Here are some ways to make homeschooling fun by using your pool. Make Homeschooling … [Read more...] about Make Homeschooling Fun by Using Your Pool

My Mini Perler Bead Ideas Guide

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Perler bead ideas are a really fun and great way to spend some crafting time with your kids or let your kids craft on their own. These little beads can help with art skills, family bonding, reducing stress, and so much more. But what else can you do with them? There are so many perler bead craft ideas out there as well as ways to alter the process if you … [Read more...] about My Mini Perler Bead Ideas Guide

Minecraft Virtual Summer Camps

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With the current times, summer camps are struggling to figure out opening while keeping kids safe. However, there are new options coming up too. Today I’m here to tell you all about a new virtual summer camp that gives your kids a fun and unique experience while actually benefiting them. Minecraft Virtual Summer Camps The Camp This unique virtual camp idea is … [Read more...] about Minecraft Virtual Summer Camps

Summer Reading Loss and How To Prevent It

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This is going to cover everything you need to know and do to prevent summer slide over summer break with kids. From tips to prevent reading loss to a summer reading challenge and a fun book worm bookmark craft for kids, I have you covered this summer break! Have you ever heard of summer reading loss? This is the term used to describe the loss of skills and development over … [Read more...] about Summer Reading Loss and How To Prevent It

Father’s Day Gift Ideas

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Want to prepare and get the perfect gift for Father’s Day ahead of time? You’re in the right place! Zazzle is an awesome company that offers items and gifts that you can customize to make just right. Here are some really great ideas you can find on Zazzle that could make the perfect Father’s Day gift this … [Read more...] about Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Donation To Medical Research, Everyone Can Be Part Of A Cause

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Out of all the things humans study, medical research is probably the most important and valuable subject that needs to be done. Medical research includes studying the various aspects of human health and how to improve it as a whole. It concerns the causes, cures, symptoms, effects, and other aspects of various diseases. People take up numerous ways to contribute to the cause of … [Read more...] about Donation To Medical Research, Everyone Can Be Part Of A Cause

Benefits of Fidget Cubes

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Have you seen the popular fidget toys such as spinners or cubes and wondered how they could actually have a purpose? You’re most likely not alone. Many people see fidget cubes and related items as toys or distractions. However, there are actually benefits to using these and they can help a variety of people in different situations. Today … [Read more...] about Benefits of Fidget Cubes

Add Creativity and Fun to Gardening With Kids

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Getting children to have an interest in gardening or growing plants can be pretty difficult, especially when they’re younger, and you have to wait a long time for substantial growth in your plant projects. However, there are plenty of ways you can make this activity more fun and interesting for children. It’s actually really easy to make gardening more creative or … [Read more...] about Add Creativity and Fun to Gardening With Kids

Benefits of Baking With Kids

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If you’re trying to find good ways to spend more time with your kids, baking is a great option! Baking with your kids can be highly beneficial for everyone involved and it can include a variety of recipes or experiments. Today I’m going to tell you some of the benefits of baking with kids, as well as a great recipe to try … [Read more...] about Benefits of Baking With Kids

Combining Education with Entertainment Using Griddly Games

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When I first asked if Griddly Games would send along one of their "Just add _____" line of products to my family, I had no clue how much fun we would have. Recently, my youngest son and I had a blast using Griddly Games Just Add Egg kit to make our own eggshell candle and we did another activity to learn about osmosis. We were combining education with entertainment and … [Read more...] about Combining Education with Entertainment Using Griddly Games

Better Oral Hygiene for Kids & New Youth Toothbrushes

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I received product(s) for free. All opinions are my own. Dr. Plotka's Youth Manual Toothbrushes are recommended for children ages 3-12, teens with braces or anyone who enjoys using a smaller brush. Made with soft, polyester bristles, they work to gently clean the gums and enamel of your little one. With Dr. Plotka’s, you can brush very gently, which … [Read more...] about Better Oral Hygiene for Kids & New Youth Toothbrushes

How to Maintain Mental & Physical Health During Coronavirus Quarantine

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When the news of coronavirus in China hit the headlines all over the world, many of us do not take it seriously. We think that this virus is only affecting the people in China. We were all happily going about our daily life until the virus came to our shores. Steadily, nations all over the world were affected and the numbers of people infected by the virus started to increase … [Read more...] about How to Maintain Mental & Physical Health During Coronavirus Quarantine

Comfortable Basics: A Guide to Casual Style

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When it comes to women’s footwear, there is no lack of stylish and trendy shoes in the market. Footwear designers have come up with a wide array of beautiful shoes for women to choose from. Sometimes the choices could be overwhelming and it is not surprising that women take a long time to shop when it comes to choosing the right pair of shoes. The different types of … [Read more...] about Comfortable Basics: A Guide to Casual Style

Benefits of Online Learning {plus} Virtual Field Trip Printable

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One of my three kids attended an online charter school for two years after we pulled the child out of public school. This year, 2020, my oldest graduated virtually and is waiting for her high school diploma to arrive in the mail. Our other two children are using a homeschool platform called Time4Learning to get their homeschool education this year. Being able to have our … [Read more...] about Benefits of Online Learning {plus} Virtual Field Trip Printable

Benefits of Making Homemade Mother’s Day Crafts

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Mother’s Day is just around the corner and every mom deserves a special gift. I know many of you enjoy homemade Mother’s Day crafts for kids because they simply make your heart melt. There are many benefits of making homemade Mother’s Day crafts with your kids, and today I’m sharing them with you. This one may be for all you dads out there, gather around, and listen to me, … [Read more...] about Benefits of Making Homemade Mother’s Day Crafts

Our First Week with Time4Learning For Homeschooling

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Today I’m excited to announce that we’re in our first week of using Time4Learning for our main homeschool education with the boys. Our sons are in middle school, one being grade 6 and the other being grade 8. After our first year of homeschooling and trying to navigate the murky waters of how to homeschool our boys, we decided that Time4Learning would provide us with a … [Read more...] about Our First Week with Time4Learning For Homeschooling