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    How to Build in Digital Breaks – Spring Brain Breaks Game

    February 22, 2021 - By 

    When my kids were younger, we incorporated a lot of brain breaks into the day. Physical activity was and still is a huge priority. But, these days, as we all know, the world is a wildly different place than it was just in 2019, a couple of years ago. Still, I am working on taking spring brain breaks often. Here’s Why Brain Breaks Matter Right Now Our Brains and Bodies are Taxed. Our brains are on all the time these days and they are often overwhelmed and at the tipping point with stress, anxiety and virtual life. Brain breaks are…

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    Easy Fun Five Senses Sensory Scavenger Hunt + Printable

    February 18, 2021 - By 

    A sensory scavenger hunt is perfect for so many kids. Whether they are sensory seekers or avoiders, there’s a little something for any child here. Some of you by now are aware that my kids have a fair number of sensory issues. So sensory stuff here is second nature. And I am sure that you know that we love scavenger hunts. My oldest would literally still do this actually. She is the crafty kind of kid who lives to get outside exploring and then brings what she has found indoors to build something crafty or creative with it. I am…

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    How to Make These 2-Dimensional Simple Origami Tulips

    February 15, 2021 - By 

    Here’s an easy 2-Dimensional Simple Origami Tulips craft that is perfect for spring. Nothing cheerier than tulips popping up through the frost. Well, maybe daffodils as they often pop up a pinch earlier than tulips. Post contains affiliate links as a service to readers. I receive a small commission via qualifying purchases. This spring, these could make a great and simple craft for all of you to share. Simple Origami Tulips This is pretty much the easiest way to make these. The three dimensional flowers, tulips and cranes are a level up. Don’t worry though I have some other craft…

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    US Vice President Kamala Harris Booklet for Kids

    February 10, 2021 - By 

    There aren’t too many people who haven’t heard of new Vice President Kamala Harris by now. She is the first ever female Vice President of the US and an inspiration for young girls everywhere. So, for Black History Month I thought it fitting to share this amazing Kamala Harris Booklet for Kids. With the inauguration fresh in our minds still and this historic accomplishment, Vice President Kamala Harris is top of mind with great reason. Vice President Kamala Harris is now the highest ranking female US official in history and also the first African American and Asian American vice president.…

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    Adorable Kid’s Pet Guinea Pig Colouring Page

    February 7, 2021 - By 

    Do you have small pets? Then you might enjoy this cute guinea pig colouring page. Guinea Pig Colouring Activity Page contains affiliate links as a service to readers. I receive a small commission from purchases made via qualifying links. We are a family with guinea pigs. We have had guinea pigs as pets for over a decade. They make adorable family pets and they are not that much effort. Low maintenance really. In fact, they are kind of cuddly and they can be very sweet. A few of our friends also have guinea pigs as pets so that’s why I…

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    Shrimp Life Cycle Booklet

    February 5, 2021 - By 

    Shrimp is one of my favourite foods, so I started to wonder recently about the shrimp life cycle too. My brain sometimes works that way. If you spend any time here on Thrifty Mommas Tips at all, then you probably already know that shrimp is my food. Just last month I wrote about a shrimp boat tour that we did in 2019 in Coastal Mississippi. But what do you actually know about shrimp? I mean they taste great and all, but what’s their life cycle like? Shrimp Life Cycle The shrimp life cycle is actually pretty interesting. If you are…

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    Valentines Date Night Conversation Cards

    February 3, 2021 - By 

    Well, here we are again. Today, I refuse to say anything about how things sure are different this year. I am getting tired of hearing that worn old story. Aren’t you? Instead, I am letting these Valentine’s Day Date night conversation cards speak for themselves. Set up a virtual date, or perhaps an in person date night this year. Plan out a lovely meal and maybe get the kids involved, if you have them. After they go to bed, get these cute date night conversation starters out and do something romantic and just a bit different. Looking for Ideas? Here…

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    Take the 30-Day Mindfulness Challenge Now!

    February 1, 2021 - By 

    Time for a mindfulness challenge! No better time than the present. At least, that’s my current philosophy. So, some of you probably know that mindfulness here is an ongoing battle. Or, should I say has been an ongoing issue. Ironically, or curiously, I think that I have actually achieved more mindfulness during the pandemic than ever before. My Previous Experience One year I made mindfulness my word of the year and it was the worst word of the year experience that I had ever had. That’s right. I have successfully chosen a word of the year for many years but…

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    My 2021 Word of the Year, Finally

    January 31, 2021 - By 

    “I took a deep breath and listened to the old bray of my heart: I am, I am, I am.” ~ Sylvia Plath Sylvia knew. Post may contain affiliate links as a service to readers. I receive a small commission from purchases made via qualifying links. Words This year, it has taken me exactly a month to find my 2021 word of the year. Why? Well, I wasn’t convinced I’d bother to choose a word of the year. Wasn’t it a ridiculous assumption to make that a year would bend to meet the shape of a word. I mean after…

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    Bald Eagle Life Cycle Learning Games Booklet

    January 29, 2021 - By 

    The first time I ever saw a truly gorgeous bald eagle in real life was in Alabama actually. We were doing a Segway Tour through the Hugh S. Branyon Back Country trail in Gulf Shores, Alabama and we stopped halfway though for a rest and spotted a nest high atop one of the trees and an eagle was in it. Oh I have seen them on TV and even in zoos, where eagles might be rehabilitating from injury. They are always impressive and majestic. But seeing that nest and the scope of it hit me. I’ve seen them in Florida…