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March 6, 2013

Learning Activities for the Book If You Give a Pig a Pancake

The following post is from Angie of Many Little Blessings:



If You Give a Pig a Pancake activities

source: Mike McCune



One of my favorite things when I was teaching were the years that I spent as a school librarian. Not only did I enjoy being able to order books and read to students, but I loved being able to pick books and then do related activities. This is a fabulous way to elongate the fun of a book, as well as to learn new things and have hands on experiences.


One book that we really enjoy for not only it’s funny, repetitive nature, but also it’s lovely illustrations is If You Give a Pig a Pancake by Laura Numeroff and illustrated by Felicia Bond. Whether this book is new to you or an old favorite, here are some follow up activities to do with children after sharing If You Give a Pig a Pancake with them.


Activities for the Book If You Give a Pig a Pancake:


Make Pancakes

This may be a no brainer, but it’s fun for the kids and can make a perfect meal one day.  If you have very young children, it may be enough to just use a box mix where you just add water. Another option with elementary-aged children, however, would be to work on making pancakes from scratch.


Another pancake activity can be to have them work on helping you to pour out the pancake batter into shapes or letters.


Maple Syrup Taste Testing

As soon as Pig asks for pancakes, she knows that she must have some maple syrup with them, which the girl in the story obliges by giving her some of her “favorite maple syrup.” This is a great opportunity to learn about the different grades of maple syrup and do a taste test of the different types.  Which kind does everyone in your family like best? You could also include different types of syrup from the grocery store that are not real maple syrup.


Maple Syrup Field Trip

Depending on the time of year and the area where you live, watching a maple tree be tapped for syrup and the process that follows is a surprising and educational experience. We did this several years ago, and my kids still talk about the process. They also had a great appreciation for real maple syrup versus the high fructose corn syrup laden syrups in the store.


Field Trip to a Farm

At one point in the story, upon getting a rubber duck for her bath, Pig become homesick for the farm she where she used to live. A farm field trip would be a perfect tie in to this story. It would be especially perfect if you could visit a farm that had piglets, since you could then have your children compare how piglets look in real life versus the illustrations in the book.


Beyond being a tie in to the book, a farm field trip almost always provides a myriad of learning opportunities and hands on experiences that are not to be missed.


Send Family and Friends Pictures and Letters

After Pig sees the pictures that the girl has done of her, she insists that she needs envelopes and stamps to she can send the pictures to each of her friends. Like Pig, your family can work on letters with pictures to friends and family. They might even want to tell the recipient about the book they just read.


Popsicle Stick House

Pig is quite the architect, making an impressive treehouse in the girl’s backyard after seeing the perfect tree for the tree house. You can work on your architecture skills with your child with something like popsicle sticks to try to match the look of the tree house in the book or opt for wooden blocks, LEGO bricks, or some other building material of your choice.


Pig Art Project

With pigs being pink, it’s a great opportunity to talk about color mixing using the color white.  This pig finger painting project will help you teach about mixing with white, as well as how to use simple shapes to make a cute little pig of your own.


Make Their Own “If You Give a…” Story

The repetitive nature of this story makes it a perfect candidate for copying the format and having your child make their own story. Prior to doing this, you might want to also read them other books by Numeroff such as If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, If You Give a Moose a Muffin, and If You Take a Mouse to the Movies.


Depending on the age of your children, you can either gently guide them through their book, let them do it independently, or complete it with quite a bit of help from you. One hallmark of these books are their distinctive illustrations, so be sure to have them include some as well.


What is your child’s favorite picture book? What’s your favorite picture book?







Angie, a domestically-challenged writer and artist, is a homeschooling mom to three children. She writes about everything that happens in their lives between all the loads of laundry at Many Little Blessings. She is also the founder of The Homeschool Classroom, Catholic Mothers Online, and Just a Tiny Owl.






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March 5, 2013

6 Benefits to Getting Organized and Slowing Down

The following post is from Laura of I’m an Organizing Junkie:



6 Benefits to Getting Organized and Slowing Down at lifeyourway.net

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Editor’s note: There are a lot of great posts in the archives here at Life Your Way that don’t get much attention anymore, so I’m sharing a couple of my favorites each week. This great post from Laura includes some important reminders about why we promote organizing and slowing down!


There are many benefits to becoming organized, but today I’d like to concentrate on the six that have made the biggest impact on my life since I began my own journey 5 years ago.


It was the birth of my youngest son that sparked a desire in me to simplify and slow down — not so I could pack even more into my day, but so I could really enjoy all the benefits that simplicity and organization have to offer. Now that I’m addicted to the “high” that comes with it, I want to help others get “hooked” along with me.


So today let’s talk about the rewards, and in future posts here at Organizing Your Way we’ll talk about how to get there.


1. Find what you need when you need it.

Imagine not having to waste time searching for something day in and day out. Imagine not being late for an appointment because your keys were right where they were suppose to be in their designated spot. To not lose your mind trying to find something you need in a hurry is absolutely freeing.


2. Money in your pocket.

When you can find what you need when you need it means you won’t be wasting valuable dollars replacing the items you cannot find. Not only do duplicate purchases cost you precious dollars but they also add to your clutter load as well.


3. Better health.

Stress caused from disorganization and busyness plays out in so many ways. In a recent Martha Stewart Living article, Dr. David Spiegel explained that our bodies react by releasing stress hormones adrenaline and cortisol, the lungs take in more air, and heart rate and blood pressure rise. If stress becomes constant, it can lead to headaches, trouble sleeping, lack of concentration, and weight gain or loss. It can also increase the body’s susceptibility to infections.


I know this to be true because at the height of my busyness my cortisol levels were through the roof. I experienced many of the side effects listed plus many many more. At the time I thought this was normal. Slowing down and simplifying taught me that it isn’t.


4. More time for down time.

Busyness is not an indication of success. When you become more organized and efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs, the natural tendency is to want to fill that extra time with more stuff and more activities. However, to maintain your sanity, it is important to recognize that down time is a productive and worthwhile activity that should be embraced.



footprints

source: Christian Haugen



5. A great example for your kids.

You maintain the standards with the examples you set. By modeling the organized behavior you want your children to emulate, you are teaching them the benefits of organization and simplicity from a young age so that it becomes a natural part of who they are.


6. Less housework.

I have discovered that an uncluttered home lends itself to less cleaning. When everything has a home, clean up is suddenly a snap. Less clutter means less time managing, corralling and cleaning that clutter, and that, my friends, is a very sweet reward!


The rewards of organization are many. Are you ready to take the journey?







Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids, lives in Alberta, Canada and is an addict of all things organizing. You can find her blogging regularly at I’m an Organizing Junkie, and her organizing book, Clutter Rehab: 101 Organizing Tips & Tricks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It!, will hit bookstore shelves in December 2010.



 


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Giveaway: VeggieTales The Little House That Stood (2 Winners!)

VeggieTales The Little House That Stood


I’ve loved VeggieTales since my little sister started watching them when I as a teenager, and I know many of the silly songs by heart, His Cheeseburger being my favorite!


It’s fun to enjoy the music and movies with my girls now, and we were all excited to receive a review copy of the latest release, The Little House That Stood:


When the Three Little Pigs roll into Cabbageville looking to build some new houses, they meet one builder with a plan and two without a clue. Larry builds with hay, Mr. Lunt with bricks, but only Bob builds his houses on a firm foundation – following the wise plans from the Master Builder’s Handbook!


Will the Little Piggies make the right choices when it comes to building their houses – and their lives – on solid ground? Find out in this parable that shows kids when they follow God’s blueprints, then can stand strong when the storms come!



This cute retelling combines our favorite veggie characters, the classic Three Little Pigs and the biblical parable about wise and foolish builders for a fun story that brings the lesson to life for children.


Be sure to follow VeggieTales on Facebook and Twitter for coloring pages, activities and product news!


Enter to Win

This week, Big Idea is giving 2 lucky Life Your Way readers a copy of The Little House That Stood!


To enter, fill out the form below:



This giveaway ends at 11:59 p.m. ET on Sunday, March 10. The winner will be selected randomly and notified by email, and this post will be updated with their name as well. Open to U.S. residents 18 years old and above.


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Published on March 05, 2013 08:30

How to Turn Your Excess Stuff Into Extra Cash

The following post is from Christina of Northern Cheapskate :



How to Turn Your Excess Stuff Into Extra Cash at lifeyourway.net

photo credit: colros



We all have stuff.  It’s filling our closets, hiding under our beds, tucked into cabinets and lurking in attics.  Rather than clutter up our homes, why not turn that stuff into cold hard cash?   Here are some ways to tidy up and make a tidy profit, too!


1. Hold a garage sale.

It takes a bit of time to mark the prices and set up your garage for a sale, but you can make a decent wage if you know what items sell best at garage sales. Encourage your neighbors to have a sale at the same time to bring more traffic to your sale and invite friends and family to contribute.


2. Sell your stuff on consignment.

If you’ve got quality clothing, kid stuff (like high chairs or toys) or furniture, consider taking it to a consignment shop to sell. Use these tips for selling on consignment to get the most money for your stuff. You don’t get paid until your items sell, but at least they’re out of the house.


3. Send your stuff to an auction site.

If you’ve got some highly collectible items, and you don’t want to take the time to sell your items online, you could find an auction company in your area that may be willing to auction your items off.  You’ll have to pay the auction company, but it can be a way to get top dollar for your unique items.


4. Take your stuff to the scrap lot.

Some items, like aluminum or copper, are worth more as scrap than in their original form.  Take them to your local junk yard or scrap lot and bring home a little extra cash.


5. Participate in a flea market.

If your community hosts a flea market or swap meet, find out how much it costs to have a booth.  You can sell your stuff and meet some interesting people in the process.


6. Sell your stuff on eBay.

Ebay is a classic place to sell your stuff.  It does take a bit of time to take pictures, write descriptions, and package things up to mail.  But if you have a unique, in-demand item or a collectible, it’s well worth the time invested. Check out the free e-book The Stay-at-Home Mom’s Guide to Successful eBay Selling for everything you need to know to get started.


7. Sell your stuff on Amazon.

If you’re looking to get rid of things like books, CDs, DVDs and video games, try Amazon.  If the item has a UPC or an ISBN on it, listing is even easier than on eBay because Amazon will pull all of the descriptions and photos from its huge database for you.  No writing or camera needed!  If you’re willing to let Amazon take a slightly bigger cut of your profits, you can even ship all your stuff to them and let them handle shipping to individual buyers.


8. Sell your stuff on Craigslist.

If you’ve got furniture, household goods, vehicles, or other larger items to sell, Craigslist can be a very useful way to sell your stuff.  Follow these tips for selling stuff on Craigslist to avoid any unpleasant experiences.


9. Sell your stuff through Facebook.

Check to see if there are any local Facebook groups in your area that allow you to list items you have for sale. In my area, there are several groups dedicated to everything from kids clothing to toys to furniture. Many of the tips for selling stuff on Craigslist apply to interactions with people on Facebook as well.


10. Sell your stuff in the classifieds.

Your local area may offer free classified ads in a newspaper, or on a website.  Explore all the free options first, before shelling out money on the ads.


11. Sell your stuff via word of mouth.

Put the word out that you’re selling some stuff.  You just may have exactly what a friend or family member is looking for.   Consider offering up a large collection (like kids clothing) for a flat rate and see if you have any takers.  They’ll get a great deal, and you won’t have to individually price a bunch of stuff at a garage sale!


12. Upcycle your stuff.

Take that clutter and turn it into something new that you can sell.  Turn fabric scraps into quilts. Turn old t-shirts into bath mats.  The only thing you are limited by is your creativity.  Once you’ve upcycled your stuff you can sell it using one of the methods described here or by listing it on Etsy.


13. Donate your stuff.

Finally, if you don’t want to take the time to sell you stuff, you can donate it to your favorite non-profit organization.  You won’t get cash directly in your pocket, but you could claim a tax deduction on your donation which could help you keep more money in your pockets at tax time.


When it comes to turning your stuff into cash, the biggest consideration is time.  How much time do you want to spend selling  your items?  You may find that it is worth it to pay someone to sell your things for you.  Or you may find that taking the time to sell your stuff is worth being able to keep 100 percent of the profits.


Once that clutter is gone and the money is in your wallet, take a look around your home and enjoy!


What stuff do you want to turn into cash?








Christina Brown is the creator of Northern Cheapskate, a blog dedicated to frugal living through coupons, freebies, and money-saving ideas. She lives in the rural north woods of Minnesota where she clips coupons, pinches pennies, and chases her three boys (a 7-year-old and twin 5-year olds) as a stay-at-home mom.









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Buy a Shirt & Rescue an Animal from Abuse {Sevenly.com}

Sevenly


Have you discovered Sevenly yet? Sevenly offers a new shirt design each and every week, but these designs aren’t just pretty — they’re designed in support of a specific cause or charity, and $7 from each shirt sold is donated directly to that charity!


This week’s charity is The Humane Society of the United States. With your purchase, $7 will be donated to help rescue animals from abuse and cruelty. If only they had a shirt with a husky on it…


See all of this week’s designs here.


Sevenly.org


Why Sevenly?

Sevenly is a for-profit company that is making a tangible difference through their giving. They offer high-quality, stylish clothing at a reasonable price and instead of pocketing all of the revenue, they give $7 from each and every shirt purchased directly to the cause of the week.


While giving directly to a charity is always the better option, Sevenly is a great way to expand your wardrobe and support the causes you care about at the same time. And your new shirt offers you the opportunity to become an ambassador for these charities as well, as the designs are sure to open up conversations along the way!


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March 4, 2013

Eating for Energy to Beat the Winter Blahs

The following guest post is from Pam of Be Healthy, Be Happy Wellness:


How to Beat the Winter Blahs at lifeyourway.net


Feeling sluggish?  The long stretch of days between Christmas and Spring Break can be tough.  The sky is grey, the days are cold.  How can you get though it without gaining ten pounds and slogging through each day?


The food Just getting out of bed can feel like a challenge. we eat can have a profound effect on how we feel and what our energy level looks like.  If you are operating on low energy due to the season, the last thing you need is to consume foods that pull you down even more (even though those are probably the foods you’re craving!).


By making small dietary tweaks, you can help combat some of that “bleh” feeling and increase your overall energy levels.  Most of us start to crave heavier foods in the winter, and while some of that can be positive (soups and stews can certainly be warm and comforting as well as healthy), a lot of that will suck the energy right out of you.  Ever eaten a heavy meal full of meat, fat and bread and then felt so awful that you just wanted to go lay down?  Then you know exactly what I mean.


So what can you do?


The best way to fight the winter blues with food is to decrease foods that drain you and increase those that boost your energy.


Decrease:



Meat
Caffeine (it’s a false energy booster)
Milk
Processed food
Sugar

Editor’s note: I agree with everything on this list except meat. I’m in the middle of a Whole30 challenge right now, which includes a lot more meat than I usually eat, and I feel amazing!


At the same time, increase:



Whole foods (fruits, veggies, lean protein)
Super foods (salmon, kale, quinoa, spinach, blueberries)
Water
Activity (not a food, but it WILL help)

Notice I’m not saying you need to eliminate anything, just switch the percentage – more of the good stuff and keep the foods I’m suggesting you  decrease to a minimum.


Here is one of my favorite “energy giving” dinners:  Grilled wild salmon (I use an indoor grill pan on the stovetop), ½ cup cooked quinoa or brown rice per person, a big pile of spinach sautéed in olive oil and fresh garlic.  Serve on a plate, and drizzle with a bit of low sodium soy sauce.  Yum!


Let’s make the most of THIS winter season and enjoy it full of energy instead of just waiting for Spring!


Do you experience the winter blahs? What foods do you eat for energy?








Pam Howard is a Certified Holistic Health Coach located in Noblesville, IN. She works with busy moms (and others) to help them create a balanced, healthy, vibrant life. You can find more of Pam’s healthy tips and recipes at Be Healthy, Be Happy Wellness.






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Add a Touch of Green to Your Decor with DIY Woven Felt Coasters

The following post is from Janel of Life with Lucie and Ella.:



How to Make Woven Felt Coasters at lifeyourway.net

source: Janel of Life with L and E



March is the perfect time to add a touch of green to your home decor! Not only does green decor work for St. Patrick’s Day, but using emerald green is one of the design trends for 2013 too.



One inexpensive and easy way to add green (or any other accent color) to your decor is with felt coasters. Not only will they add a burst of color, but they’ll also protect your table surfaces.


Although this tutorial is designed for a coaster, you could also create a trivet as well. Just follow the same instructions but on a larger scale.


How to Make Woven Felt Coasters:

How to Make Woven Felt Coasters at lifeyourway.net

source: Janel from Life with L and E



Supplies:



ruler & pen
scissors
felt
glue gun and glue sticks
roll of cork
iron & ironing board

Directions:


Cut out two squares of felt that are the size that you would like your coasters to be. I used 4.25″ squares.


To create the woven top of the coaster, you’ll need several felt strips.  To do this quickly and easily, fold a felt square in half and cut along the fold to create two strips. Repeat with each of these strips to create four strips of approximately equal width. Do the same thing with the other square so that you have a total of eight felt strips.



How to Make Woven Felt Coasters at lifeyourway.net

source: Janel of Life with L and E



Put some hot glue at the bottom end of one strip. Align the top of another strip perpendicularly so that you’ve created a right angle with the strips.



How to Make Woven Felt Coasters at lifeyourway.net

source: Janel of Life with L and E



Continue by adding another horizontal strip above the bottom one. This time instead of gluing it on top of the vertical strip, glue it to the underside. Repeat with the other two strips — the next going on top, and the last going underneath.  It should look like this:



how to make a woven felt coaster

source: Janel of Life with L and E



Continue weaving and gluing the remaining strips until you have a completely woven square. The edges might not align exactly. No problem! Just use the scissors to trim it up. Remove any excess bits of glue or felt fuzz.


Next prepare your cork for the coaster. If you’ve purchased a roll of cork, the cork will hold its curl. Just give it a few passes with a hot iron and it will flatten right out.



How to Make Woven Felt Coasters at lifeyourway.net

source: Janel of Life with L and E



Use your completed woven square as a template and trace it onto the cork. Cut out the cork square. Use hot glue to affix the woven felt square onto the cork.



How to Make Woven Felt Coasters at lifeyourway.net

source: Janel of Life with L and E



Other Felt Projects:



DIY Rolled Felt Flowers
DIY Fast Felt Purse
DIY Felt Cup Identifiers

Have you incorporated GREEN into your home decor this year?








Janel is a stay-at-home mom of two and law school wife. Raised in a budget-conscious and do-it-yourself minded family, she loves seeing something in a store or magazine and making her own version at home for less money. Janel blogs about motherhood, crafts and recipes at Life with Lucie and Ella.






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Weekly Reads {3/4/13}

Weekly Reads


Last week, Amanda asked how I feel about not finishing books. Although I hadn’t really had that experience yet this year (even though I hated Maze Runner, I needed to finish it to get answers!), her question was the impetus I needed to go ahead and set aside People Before Profit. While I find the biography of the Bob’s Red Mill founder interesting, it’s just not holding my attention, and I’ve been putting off reading in general because I don’t feel like reading it!


Head here to see Katie’s post for this week. We also want to know what you’re reading! Add your blog post to the linky below or leave a comment with your favorite reads from this week.









(See the full 2013 list here.)


This Week’s Reads

You're Made for a God-Sized Dream


You’re Made for a God-Sized Dream by Holley Gerth


I had the chance to review Holley Gerth’s new book (after hearing friend rave up her!), and this book is packed full of encouragement for any woman who’s ever had a dream. Whether your dream is to launch a business, start a ministry, or give your all to your home and family, Holley is a firm believer in going after the dreams that God has given you. She encourages you to overcome your excuses and take practical steps toward making your dreams a reality, wherever you are on the journey! As someone who is already living her dream, I was tempted to skim through parts of the book, but there is really so much good stuff here that I’m glad I stuck with it!


Moonlight Masquerade


Moonlight Masquerade by Ruth Axtell


I love historical fiction, and I really enjoyed this story. The plot line is different, focusing on a female spy during the regency era, and the romance is an unlikely one that left me wondering if and how it would work out in the end. Unfortunately, I’ll admit that I don’t know much about Napoleon’s reign in France, and I felt a little lost during parts of the story because I don’t know enough about the political climate and history surrounding it. My favorite historical fiction books fill in all that information for you, so that you’re actually learning as you read, and this one really left me with more questions than answers.


On My Reading List for This Week

Requiem by Lauren Oliver
Love in a Broken Vessel by Mesu Adams
Forgotten God by Francis Chan

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Published on March 04, 2013 08:30

Honey-Sweetened Coconut Macaroons

The following post is from Shaina of Food for My Family and Olmanson Photography:

Honey-Sweetened Macaroons #recipe via Food.YourWay.net

Photo by Shaina Olmanson | FoodforMyFamily.com



Confessions: One of my favorite cookies to eat is also one of the easiest to make. Coconut macaroons are these chewy treasures, and for years I treated myself to them from my favorite bakery before finally getting in the kitchen and discovering how simple they were to bake at home.


This particular recipe is sweetened with honey, as I wanted to try my hand at a natural sweetener. It is easily replaced for your sweetener of choice. Baking times may vary slightly, but the ideal macaroon is crunchy on the outside and chewy in the center.


With only four ingredients, they come together quickly and pay off with a satisfying chewiness and just the right sweetness. They are great for Passover due to their lack of flour, and they make a delightful Easter treat as well. See the notes for variations.






Honey-Sweetened Coconut Macaroons



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Recipe type: dessert
Author: Shaina Olmanson | FoodforMyFamily.com
Prep time: 10 mins
Cook time: 10 mins
Total time: 20 mins
Serves: 20

Ingredients

2 large egg whites
1/4 cup raw honey
1 teaspoon vanilla or orange extract
3 cups finely shredded unsweetened coconut



Directions


Preheat your oven to 400º F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the egg whites, honey, and extract until blended. Stir in the shredded coconut until completely coated with the egg white mixture.
Scoop the coconut mixture onto the lined baking sheet with a small cookie scoop, creating 1.5″ balls.
Bake for 10-15 minutes until the coconut starts to turn a golden brown on the edges. Remove from the oven and cool completely.





Notes

Variations: Add a few teaspoons of orange zest or lemon zest; dip macaroons in chocolate or drizzle over the top; make nest-shaped macaroons and secure pastel Easter egg candies with a bit of melted chocolate for a fun Easter treat.


Sweeteners: Substitute honey with 1/2 cup granulated sugar, coconut sugar, or other sweetener of your choosing.


Coconut: Use finely shredded coconut for the best results. Coconut flakes won’t stick together in ball form as easily as its finely shredded counterparts.




2.2.8

 


Have you ever made macaroons at home before?







Shaina Olmanson is the home cook and photographer behind Food for My Family and the author of Desserts in Jars: 50 Sweet Treats that Shine. She is a contributor to Babble.com’s Family Kitchen Blog and the food channel on Lifetime Moms. Shaina can usually be found cooking, at the computer or behind the camera.







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Get This Week’s Frugal Living Bundle for Just $7.40! {BundleoftheWeek.com}

Frugal Living eBook Bundle


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Published on March 04, 2013 05:01