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    Take the 30-Day Sibling Challenge Now!

    May 31, 2021 - By 

    You’ve heard of drawing challenges and summer lego challenges and even affirmation cards for teens. But now I am sharing a 30-day sibling challenge for kids, and while it is mostly for kids to use, this is a little gift to you too as a parent if it helps to bring peace to your home. Isn’t that part of the goal daily? Celebrating Siblings Is there any relationship that is longer throughout the lifespan than siblings? Not usually. We grow up with them, they are our first playmates and then we learn to rely on them often throughout life. There…

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    Alligator Life Cycle Learning Kit Printables

    October 24, 2020 - By 

    No matter where you live, you simply have to agree that alligators are very cool creatures. This alligator life cycle learning kit is four pages and can help reinforce a love of science and literacy as well as learning about living things in general. Free Kids Alligator Life Cycle Learning Tools and Games That, right now, is something we can all use. More activities that are free and easy to use for the kids. I mean I am fully aware that we are all scrambling to fill the extra time at home with meaningful activities for kids. In my opinion,…

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    Seahorse Lifecycle and Facts – Activity Worksheet

    May 22, 2020 - By 

    Seahorses are incredibly fascinating creatures, which is why I thought this Seahorse Lifecycle activity worksheet for kids could be a great educational post to share this week. Post may contain affiliate links as a service to readers. I receive a small commission via qualifying links. Right now, we can all use every extra educational resource we can find. So, here’s a great little seahorse worksheet for you to share with your kids. These tiny swimmers are a natural marvel of the undersea environment. Have you ever seen one in an aquarium or up close while snorkelling or scuba diving? If…

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    Easy Fun Eco-Printing Craft for Youth and Up

    May 11, 2020 - By 

    Here’s a craft that you have probably never done before. Eco-printing is a fun way to make pretty cards and writing paper. The materials involved are simple and can mostly be found in and around your neighbourhood. My oldest daughter Payton did this one and came up with the idea then helped document the steps here. Fun Craft With Natural Materials This Eco-printing activity could be a great craft to do with older kids because it gets them off their screens and outside for a bit. Basically, you just need to go for a walk around the neighbourhood to gather…

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    Fans of Baby Yoda! Mandalorian Activity Pack for Kids

    May 4, 2020 - By 

    My oldest daughter and I started watching The Mandalorian on Disney Plus recently. Why? Well, so many reasons. Baby Yoda tops the list though. I mean how much adorable can you handle? Anyways, I figured right now would be a great time to share this three page Mandalorian Activity Pack. Post contains affiliate links. I receive a small commission via qualifying purchases and I provide this as a service to readers.. May the Fourth Be With You Today by the way!! Loving This Mandalorian Activity Pack with Word Games Have you seen the Mandalorian series yet? The concept is brilliant,…

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    Play Away – Discover London’s Newest Indoor Play Space

    March 24, 2017 - By 

    Play Away is London’s newest indoor play space for families. Imagine a huge, safe, indoor Canadian-made play structure with numerous slides. Now add a toddler area and a giant jumping pillow that’s one of only three in the country. Plus wifi and a cafe. Play Away is hours of fun for all and it’s the solution to Rainy Day, or PA Day Blues.   Fun is the Name of the Game at Play Away Play Away is exciting to me because it focuses on everything that I’ve been instilling in my kids since they were little. It’s an indoor gym devoted to…

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    25 Christmas DIY Ornaments Kids Can Make

    December 2, 2016 - By 

    It’s beginning to look a little like Christmas. Time to start making crafts and decking the halls with traditional and new DIY ornaments. I have one tiny tree up already. Are you starting to dress up your home for the holidays? This time of year, I am inspired by snow to get active. I actually can’t wait to get busy skiing and traveling this season. Christmas is a busy time around here, like it is in many of your . In fact, the busiest season for me professionally and personally. So I need plans to keep kids occupied sometimes. My…

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    Free Father’s Day Coupons to Give to Dad

    June 17, 2015 - By 

    Father’s Day is approaching fast! Just in case you weren’t already aware of that. I know. I know. It sometimes gets so busy this time of year that it’s easy to lose track of some things. That’s why I thought you might enjoy these easy free Father’s day coupons. Don’t Forget Dad This Year! Dads, good Dads, are super important. So don’t forget to show them some love and appreciation this weekend. Oh I know they are coy and often don’t ask for much, but the thought counts every year. This year, more than ever free and creative gifts are…

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    8 Adorable Father’s Day Crafts Kids Can Make

    May 29, 2015 - By 

    Have you been looking for some Father’s Day crafts the kids can help with? Here you go. There’s something brilliant here for your children to make just for Dad. I love the Star Wars mug. It’s super creative and unique. So how do you celebrate Father’s Day? Do you buy your Dad or husband gifts, or do you make something sweet and from the heart? [tweetthis]Here are 8 cute handmade crafts your kids could make this Father’s Day![/tweetthis] There’s nothing more special than those cute handcrafted treasures from your kids for Father’s Day or Mother’s Day, or any old occasion. Sometimes…

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    10 Sensory Play Ideas with Gelatin

    May 25, 2015 - By 

    My kids are a curious combination of sensory seeking and sensory avoiding. That’s not uncommon for children with sensory processing difficulties. My older daughter avoids anything that feels scratchy. My younger daughter seeks out deep pressure often and also avoids any fabrics that are not soft and comfortable. Both have some sensory issues. I have written about that often here. Remember this post about 5 easy and free sensory play activities for kids with sensory processing disorder. [tweetthis]Five Easy and Free activities for kids who love sensory play https://www.thriftymommastips.com/easy-and-free-sensory-play-activities-for-kids/[/tweetthis] Both of my girls indulge in and seek out messy play.…