My nieces are both headed back to college this month and I’ve been having fun going around town gathering some things with them to take back to their dorms. Not that it’s been that long since I was a dorm-dweller myself (wink wink), but I started wondering what today’s average college student feels […]
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10 Items to Include In a Back-to-School Survival Kit (for Kids!)
As you make your back-to-school preparations for your children this fall, don’t forget to include survival essentials for the coming year. If your child is already prepared for whatever might come their way, it’ll save them the stress and possibly the embarrassment, not to mention, you the trip to the school. Here are […]
10 Adorable Back-to-School Treats for Students
We’re in full back-to-school mode in my home (!!!). I’ve been coming up with my lesson plans, preparing all the materials for my students, and I’m gearing up to get back in to the school to arrange my classroom. One fun “extra” I like to do for my students on the first day is […]
10 Things You Can Make for Less Than $5
I’m a full time teacher, so when it comes to class activities and projects, I have to get creative with buying supplies to get my budget to cover enough for 30 students. I think because of this, I’ve learned to always keep an eye out for fun and inexpensive DIY projects. Here are 10 […]
12 IKEA Hacks That Will Totally Change Your Home
1. Organization Labels There’s nothing quite like good organization. Help yourself out with these free printable labels. 2. Headboard Add some depth and texture to your bedroom by transforming your headboard with this simple hack. Use Stikwood for the project. Learn more from Sugar and Cloth. 3. Billy Bookcases Install a built-in bookcase with […]
Bite Me! 10 Home Remedies to Fight Back Itchy Bug Bites
Oh summer, how I love you! Water parks, homework-free, family reunions, holiday parades, and bug bites. Wait… no, no, no! Bug bites are not invited to my summer activities! But, alas, we’ve been battling with some bug bites around here with my boys. Bite back against itchy bug bites with these 10 effective homemade remedies. […]