That being said, I’m also a strong believer in kids being given chores they are developmentally able to do. Assigning a 4 year old to unload the dishwasher? Probably not a good idea. Having the 4 year old make her bed? Absolutely! The two chore charts below are perfect for getting your little one started. They limit the number of chores to…
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This healthy fruit dip makes you not feel so guilty about dipping your fruit! I thought I’d never find a fruit dip recipe that did not include marshmallow fluff and tons of sugar so I whipped up my own using three simple ingredients. Not only is it healthy and delicious, but it’s also kid-approved. Healthy Fruit Dip Serves 4-6 Preparation…
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It is the perfect time to create summer crafts like whimsical shirts, beach treasures, and still life art. Here are a few fun summer crafts for kids of all ages that are sure to make the season memorable. Summer Shirts CraftsLet your kids get messy with paint and be creative while making their own summer outfits. Tie Dyed Shirts – Tie-dyed…
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When we moved into our house seven years ago, I had big plans to replace all of the mini-blinds with beautiful Roman shades and curtains. And then the washer and dryer both broke within a month of moving in, so that plan was put on hold. For seven years. I finally worked up the energy and enthusiasm for creating some…
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As summer slowly winds down, your kids are (a) bored out of their minds and can’t wait to go back to school or (b) dreading the end of summer and the carefree days it brings. Either way, it’s always a great idea to make these last few unstructured days fun and memorable. Fun Family Activities for the end of summer…
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