These simple daily routine cards have changed the way I interact with my kids before school, after school, and even on the weekends. While we’ve tried charts in the past, these cards are easier to make and modify, and my kids love that they’re portable. You don’t need a printable, and they work with boys, girls and especially for kids with ADHD. While you could make something similar for toddlers, they're perfect for teens, tweens and even kindergarten kids. #backtoschool #routinecharts #ADHD

Simple DIY Routine Cards for Kids (That Work!)

These simple daily routine cards have completely changed the way I interact with my kids before school, after school, and even on the weekends. While we’ve tried charts in the…

If you're looking for some activities to get your kids excited about the school year, or are a teacher prepping for the first week of school, we've got you covered with these 20 awesome back to school games! They're perfect for team building activities (even for adults), classroom parties or even a church group getting kids excited to head back to school. Some of the minute to win it games are even perfect for teens. #backtoschool #teachers #students #kids #activities #teens #minutetowinit

20 Awesome Back to School Games

If you’re looking for some activities to get your kids excited about the school year, or are a teacher prepping for the first week of school, we’ve got you covered…

10 Shocking Facts about Teachers

I’ve mentioned in the past that my mom was an elementary school counselor for more than 30 years. Which meant I always had someone to talk to growing up. And…

Get your kids talking. Six specific questions to ask your kids after school. Get more than one-word answers about your kids' day at school with these great questions. Plus tips on how to keep the conversations going. A must-read for moms with kids in school. They even work to get boys talking! #backtoschool #kids #conversation #questionsforkids #boys #girls #tweens #firstgrade

Six Questions to get your Kids Talking After School

I have three kids with three very different personalities. And nothing makes this more obvious than when they are getting off the bus after school. Alice is my talker. It’s…

Whether your kids are heading to high school or preschool, you'll want to add these school supplies to your list! Some are cute, some are preppy, some are just downright required. From organization to lunch, these are must have items for back to school. #backtoschool #schoolsupplies #shopping #supplies #school #lunch #highschool #preschool

School Supplies Your Kids Will Love

My favorite part about back to school is definitely shopping for school supplies. The fun colors, the smell of the paper, the gazillions of ways to get organized… Yes, it’s…

Sick of packing school lunches? Use THIS routine to have your kids pack their OWN lunch. No packing the night before. Very little work before school. This back-to-school lunch routine really does work, and your kids can do it independently (without you nagging!) Now your kids can actually eat all of those packed school lunch ideas you've been pinning. #backtoschool #lunch #organization #routine

This is How to Have Your Kids Pack Their Own Lunch

Please tell me that I am not the only one that hates packing school lunches. Everyone says you should pack lunches the night before, but I’m exhausted at night. And…