Tag: budget friendly
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Freezer-Friendly Breakfast Sandwiches
Yesterday I hit the ground running (not unusual for me), but by mid-morning I realized…I forgot to eat breakfast! I was so focused on what I had to get done that I completely skipped my morning meal. We all have those days. Kids, pets, and work are just some of the things that can pull Read more
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Shape Monsters
With Fall fast approaching, I wanted to get in the spirit of things with a craft for your little monsters. Shape Monsters are colorful, goofy creatures made from cut-out geometric shapes like circles, squares, triangles, and rectangles. Each monster will have its own “personality” with eyes, mouths, arms, and legs! Why It’s Beneficial This craft Read more
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Kielbasa & Potatoes
Easy Sheet Pan Dinner Are you ready for a one-pan wonder? This yummy recipe is as easy as it gets. It uses minimal ingredients, minimal kitchenware, and it’s ready to eat in under 30 minutes! More Reasons To Love It: How Kids Can Help Out Even young learners can get involved, making dinner prep a Read more
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Animal Tracks Art
Ready For Some Wild Fun? Today’s craft is all about letting your toddler let out their inner animal! Animal Track Art turns their little feet into mighty dinosaur paws, bear claws, or even bird talons. All you need is some washable paint and a big sheet of paper. Your little animal will do the rest Read more
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Roasted Chickpeas
A Low Histamine & Migraine-Friendly Snack It can be challenging to find snack options that are generally safe for individuals with allergies and food intolerances. Having a sensitive system myself, I know firsthand how frustrating it can be to lack store-bought options. Occasionally, I’ll post a recipe like these Roasted Chickpeas, that can be catered Read more
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DIY Kaleidoscopes
Today’s craft is a perfect blend of science and creativity (my two favorite things)! Who doesn’t love the dazzle and wonder of a kaleidoscope? You can make your own by using a few simple items found in your home. Your children will love creating and viewing how the reflections shift and transform with each rotation. Read more
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Homeschool Space Essentials
As the new school year approaches, take another look at your dedicated learning area. Is it meeting your needs? Homeschooling is all about flexibility, and the same is true for your space. Over the last few years, we have moved across the country and back again. We’ve experienced large and small spaces for our homeschool Read more
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Mini Pizza Muffins
A Familiar Favorite If your family is like mine, you love a good pizza now and then. Ordering out, though, can be costly…and is it just me, or are those pizzas getting smaller than they used to be? Frozen pizzas, while convenient, are loaded with sodium and other fillers. When we really want something fresh, Read more
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DIY Sock Puppets
I love simple craft ideas that are fun, developmentally beneficial, and budget-friendly. My kids inspired today’s craft idea. At this very moment, they are hosting a grand wedding ceremony for their stuffed animals and their homemade sock puppets. You may be tempted to think that this craft is too simple or potentially boring for early Read more
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Field Trip Enrichment:
A Guide To Fun & Affordable Adventures! I always looked forward to the few field trips we were offered each elementary school year in traditional schooling. As I grew older, though, those field trips disappeared! I remember thinking, “Um, hello…just because I’m older doesn’t mean I won’t enjoy an outing every once in a while!” Read more