I love to encourage my kids to dig deep into something that interests them. Taking on a research project, building something, or learning a new skill can be a large or longer-term project. This simple project planning template helps kids brainstorm ideas, choose one, and make a plan to complete it.
Did you know that you can create your own desktop background? And that it is really easy? Up until now, I’ve only been doing this for my own computer, but now that my kids are going to be home doing online learning, I decided to create a desktop background to facilitate their computer usage. My …
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Despite the uncertainty swirling around much of the world these days, the sun continues to rise and set, and spring has officially arrived. My garden was sadly neglected last year, but this year I’m back with a raised bed garden plan. Three kids home from school for the next who knows how many weeks, means …
If you’re homeschooling, distance learning, or looking to keep your kids occupied over a long summer break, you need a list of fun learning resources for kids. My 2nd, 4th, and 6th graders helped me brainstorm some activity ideas, and I added lots of online learning websites to share a list of resources you can …
In my head, I’m still 30. I see people around me aging, but I don’t feel my age most of the time. But when a slight turn causes my entire lower back to seize up in pain, I am forced to accept the reality of my body aging. This list of 7-minute morning stretches is …
I am on a mission to help my husband get better sleep this year. He has struggled with sleep issues for years, but over the past few months, his lack of sleep has been even more pronounced. Since his need for better sleep is so evident right now, I’ve been devouring books, articles, podcasts and …
I love the rhythm of Dr. Seuss books. For whatever reason, I was never a fan of the illustrations, but feeling those rhymes roll off my tongue is fun for me even as an adult. In honor of Theodor Geisel’s birthday on March 2nd, let’s look at a day of family life using humorous Dr. …
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How to Make Mornings Work for You Ever hear the phrase “eat the frog”? I’m paraphrasing what Mark Twain famously said: “If it’s your job to eat a frog, it’s best to eat it first thing in the morning.” The idea is that if you have a task or goal that is somewhat unappealing, you …
On an ordinary Tuesday night in small-town America, I sat on a squeaky folding chair in my daughter’s school gymnasium. I chatted with the mom on my right; we see each other occasionally at birthday parties, around town, or on a school field trip. The room rapidly filled with parents, siblings, and grandparents. There are …
February always sneaks up on me. January is full of goals and planning, and suddenly, it’s February! My list of what to do in February offers holidays and dates to remember, a February bucket list, and a few home maintenance tasks to tackle. Throughout the Month Since 1976, February has been designated as National Black …