How Much Sleep Do Kids Need? Like how much do they REALLY need? The importance of sleep for young learners is one of THE biggest factors when it comes to their life in the classroom the next day. Sleep. The gateway to all things magical during waking hours! I don’t think parents realize how much sleep kids need, and how the lack…
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One of my favorite holiday traditions is baking cookies with my children. We usually bake with my mom, sister, her kids and mine. We cook up all of our favorites. I love to ice the cookies once they cool. On Christmas day, we pass out containers full of cookies for each family to take home and enjoy. Here are some…
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It’s Show Time In Branson Branson, the sweet Ozark town in Southwest Missouri, is known as the Live Musical Capital of the Midwest. If you drive along Highway 76, you will see building after building and sign after sign featuring the amazing shows. Once upon a time, Branson was known for their special tribute to country music, but today you…
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It’s time to get crafty as we’re sharing many festive Christmas crafts with you today! Christmas has to be the most fun holiday to do crafts, both at home and in the classroom. You will find many great ideas and we just know it will be hard to decide on which project to start with. 1. Paper Plate Trees Super…
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The holidays bring tons of parties and fun activities that we do with our friends, family and kids. Today we are sharing a super simple and festive holiday treat that is sure to be a crowd pleaser at any school, church or company party. My kids also love making candy cane oreos and I love it because this fun dessert…
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Exploring Branson’s Silver Dollar City If you are looking for an amazing vacation spot, especially during the holidays, you can’t go wrong with Branson, MO. Branson’s Ozark Mountain Christmas offers so many wonderful opportunities to fill yourself with Christmas joy through laughter, amazing shows, Christmas lights and so much more. You cannot visit Branson without making a stop at Silver…
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At times, being a new baby mama has made my head spin. I remember when we found out that we had been chosen by our sweet birth mom, I probably walked through the baby isles four times before I actually purchased anything. For one, I was scared she would change her mind but also, I had NO IDEA what…
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Visit Branson For An Ozark Mountain Christmas Have you ever visited Branson during Christmas? Well, let me tell you, you are in for a serious treat. I was recently invited on a medial trip hosted by #BloggingBranson to participate in many of the amazing Christmas experiences this beautiful town has to offer. I wasn’t quite sure what to expect but…
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Kid’s Cooking Activity: Making Turkey Oreos For Thanksgiving There may be stress involved when stuffing the actual Thanksgiving bird, but this fun kid’s cooking activity is sure to bring enjoyment and laughter to your kitchen this Thanksgiving. You had me at minimal ingredients, super simple and totally FUN. Grab the list of necessities and get to “cooking” with your kids….
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With Christmas approaching, the teacher in me hopes all parents buy their child something educational. I just can’t help it. Ha. There are so many options and it can be pretty overwhelming so I am happy to provide you a gift guide. Below you will find a FANTASTIC list of some of my favorite educational picks for this year. We…
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I am so excited to share this wine lovers gift guide with you! It’s stocked full of super fun and exciting gifts PERFECT for wine lovers (which let’s be honest – so many of our best friends are!). They are going to LOVE any of the gifts on this list! This gift guide is PERFECT for your wine love besties. All…
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Thanksgiving will be here soon and today we are sharing the perfect cooking project to do with your kids. It’s super simple and fun. A win for everyone! Ingredients: Cake mix (calls for oil, eggs and water) Chocolate frosting Large and small candy eyes Candy corn marshmallows Decorating bag Large star decorating tip Cupcake liners Cupcake pan Large mixing bowl…
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Being a homeschool educator is hard work. To say you wear many different hats is quite the understatement. You are a teacher, a listener, a counselor, a parent and a friend to your homeschool child each and every day. And on top of all those hats that you wear, you’re also expected to teach and educate your child on all…
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