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August 28, 2015

Cognitive Craft Benefits for Children: Twig Log Cabin Ornament

Twig Ornament Highlights Benefits of Crafting with Children
Crafts aid in child development; it is proven to be true! There are cognitive benefits to crafting with your kids. So, get out your crayons, glue, pom poms, felt, and glitter, and get crafting. Scroll down for details on our fun craft activity for school-age children. Enjoy!



Make a twig log cabin ornament with your kids.


If you are

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Published on August 28, 2015 10:36

August 25, 2015

Essential Dorm Supplies for College Freshmen Girls: Checklist

Dorm Supplies are Essential for College

It's time for college students to go back to school. For College Freshmen, this will be a new experience. The list of dorm supplies to bring is daunting, but it is important to remember the simple things to help boost your confidence, the essentials, and the extra cash. Enjoy!



Free Printable DORM SUPPLY Checklist for Girls

The number one essential

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Published on August 25, 2015 09:14

August 24, 2015

Cool Creative Lunch Box Ideas for Tweens & Teens

These Lunch Box Ideas for Tweens are Fun and Creative

Do you miss sending cute notes or packing fun school lunches for your toddler? Now that your toddler has blossomed into a tween, you don' t have to stop the fun. Sure, they embarrass easy. Sure, they don't think you are cool, but that doesn't mean you can't pack a cool school lunch! Get creative with these lunch box ideas for tweens. Enjoy!


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Published on August 24, 2015 04:00

August 23, 2015

Cool Things to do with Chicken Nuggets: Make Kid Friendly Appetizers

Kid Friendly Chicken Nugget Appetizers

School is back in session, and after all that hard work, hungry kids need something fun to eat. Our kid friendly chicken nugget appetizers are one of many cool things to do with chicken nuggets! Best of all, when you buy Tyson® Chicken Nuggets, you can help your school! Scroll down to learn more about Tyson Project A+™. Enjoy!




Cool Things to do with

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Published on August 23, 2015 05:00

August 22, 2015

August Calendar Printable: Special Days

August 2015 Special Days Printable Calendar



Looking for an August Calendar Printable? This 2015 calendar links to companion activities for each special day in August. Print it out to use in the classroom, and keep track of all the fun days ahead. Enjoy!




Click the link under the image to find our August Calendar Printable with links to activities and crafts for Special Days and Holidays in

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Published on August 22, 2015 12:57

August 20, 2015

Easy Breakfast Ideas for Kids: Walking Pancakes

Easy Walking Mini Pancakes Recipe for Kids
Rushing out the door without time for breakfast? We've been working on breakfast hacks to help your morning back to school routine. Our Walking Mini Pancakes recipe is an easy breakfast idea for kids- Parents can eat them too! Keep scrolling down for our fun recipe. Enjoy!










Pillsbury™ Mini Pancakes packs are just one of the many brands

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Published on August 20, 2015 04:00

August 13, 2015

The Benefits of Box Tops for Homeschool

 Box Tops for Homeschool?
Can I use Box Tops for homeschool? Wouldn't that be awesome? The answer is yes, but probably not in the way you hope. Homeschoolers can use Box Tops for Education, but the homeschool has to be registered as a 501-C3 organization. So, perhaps a co-op you use, an online academy, or a homeschool that is registered with the state. Click this link to learn more about Box

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Published on August 13, 2015 04:30

August 10, 2015

School Lunch Bag Ideas

Fun Ideas for a Cool School Lunch BagPack a lunch for school everyday? What to pack in the school lunch bag is tricky. Will they eat it? Do they need something for bartering? Is a fancy lunch box necessary? Sometimes, like field trip days or summer camp days, you need to pack a sack lunch rather than a lunch box. We're sharing fun ideas for the coolest sack lunch ever. Enjoy!




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Published on August 10, 2015 03:30

July 29, 2015

Circle Activities for Teens Middle School Youth

Circle Games and Activities for Youth: Camp Songs and More





Circle Games for Youth: Teens and Middle School.




Circle Time isn't just for preschoolers! Circle Activities and Games are fun for teens too. If you are planning activities for an after school program, summer camp, scouts, or youth group, these circle camp activities make nice icebreakers. We've used these circle games to welcome

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Published on July 29, 2015 16:15

July 27, 2015

After School Snack Ideas: Weekly Menu Planning

Menu Planning for After School: Try These Snack Ideas

After School Snack Ideas don't have to be just chips or apples. There are a variety of easy to prepare items intended for breakfast that are ideal for after school snacking. Check your local Walmart freezer isle to find snacks kids will like that are easy to prepare and affordable. We're sharing weekly menu ideas that we used in our day care

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Published on July 27, 2015 11:11