Easy, foolproof guide for how to go birding with children
An easy guide to make birdwatching enjoyable for families with children of all ages – the perfect binocular setup!
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7 reasons every family should try a “gift to share” this year
Spend time together as a family during the holidays by curating the perfect family gift idea.
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How to positively shape family culture with 17 clever “share” gifts
17 awesome family experience gift for a shared gift list that will inspire family togetherness all year.
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Here is the easiest way to save an extra $500 before Christmas
Christmas doesn’t sneak up on you. Literally, it’s the same day every single year. But somehow, we all tend to not have the money we want or thought we had to spend gifts on friends and family. Therefore, instead of rushing to find extra means of income in November and December, here is the easiest…
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How a simple toy Buy-Back tradition can challenge the family
When we moved into our very small 2 bedroom home, I knew that having piles and piles of toys could possibly be the downfall of our family. So instead of letting them consume me, I have always worked to reduce our clutter, especially before the holiday season. But creating a family toy buyback tradition is…
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List of the best cooperative board games for families of all ages
The first time I heard about cooperative board games, I wasn’t too enthusiastic. You see, both of my parents were physical education teachers… so the competitive spirit is alive and well in my soul. So why would I want to spend my time playing a game where there was no true winner? Or where I had…
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Here are the most thoughtful and PRACTICAL gifts for new high school and college grads
I still have the blanket that my brother gave me when I graduated high school and the rolling cart for my classroom my mom got me when I finished my undergrad. They were practical graduation gifts that have gotten years of use. Looking at the current needs of kids and young adults, there are some…
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How to make a “We 3 Kings” keepsake ornament for grandparents afar
Often times I find myself humming We 3 Kings. I have no idea why. It’s not even my favorite Christmas song. But this season I thought it would be cute to do ornament handprint art, making my kids’ fingers the crowns of the kings. And it would be perfect because we have 3 kids with…
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How to make sure no school staff go unnoticed! Gifts that make an impact
When we send our children to school each day, we put them in the hands of so many loving and caring teachers and staff. They protect them, keep them safe, and are completely responsible for them as if each kid was their own child. But beyond classroom teachers there is a whole crew of other…
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How to gift your appreciation when a child has multiple teachers
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions and school staff gift ideas are mine alone. #GiveColorfully #CollectiveBias I grew up in a house of teachers. Each Christmas my parents would bring home a few odds and ends like ornaments or coffee cups with cocoa mixes in them. As…
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19+ superb games for kindergartners that are fun AND educational
This year I have spent all twelve months stocking our family’s entryway closet with board games and activities. In fact, we have more board games for kindergarteners in our house than we have broken crayons and spare socks combined… and that’s a lot. Too many days in the past our family was looking for a…
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Rejuvenating mocha mint body scrub gift… even if just for yourself
This post brought to you by New England Coffee. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Kara Carrero. The sweet aroma of coffee, the crisp sensation of mint, and a steamy spa day. Sounds like a dream come true, right? It is and it doesn’t even have to take a ton of effort….
