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Bird Unit Study Resources including tools to teach about all kinds of birds, books about birds, bird lap-books and online bird resources.

Bird Unit Study Resources

April 15, 2015 by Christine T 2 Comments

One of the most exciting things for me in the spring is when the birds come back and I can hear them chirping out my window. It is a reminder that life is coming back to the once cold earth and I am starting to see signs of it. The sounds almost feel like theRead More

50 Recipes that Teach the Alphabet

50+ Recipes to Teach the Alphabet

April 13, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

If you are a homeschooler, you know that little ones tend to need snacks throughout the day as they are learning and if you are doing a letter of the week curriculum, what better way to keep up the theme than with a fun snack for each letter of the alphabet? Here are 50+ recipesRead More

How to Make Cloth Baby Wipe Solution

How to Make Cloth Baby Wipe Solution

April 10, 2015 by Emily 2 Comments

There are a lot of options when it comes to using cloth wipes with your little one. The best method I’ve found is to store the wipes dry and then spray them as needed with a homemade wipe solution. This way, I avoid odors or mold that can occur when wipes sit in water. SprayRead More

Butterfly Unit Study Resources including tools to teach about butterflies, books about butterflies, butterfly lap-books and online butterfly resources.

Butterfly Unit Study Resources

April 8, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Spring is in the air and that means it is the perfect time to do some butterfly watching. Butterflies are easy to attract to your garden. You can make butterfly nectar or even plant butterfly bushes. Another way to get butterflies to your yard is with a homemade puddler.  If you are a homeschool parent andRead More

100 Books to Teach the Alphabet

100+ Books to Teach the Alphabet

April 6, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Books are one of the greatest tools we have to teach our children the alphabet. After all, it’s letters that make up the words in them. Our alphabet is so full of all kinds of fun sounds and it’s interesting to be able to teach the different sounds each letter makes in our language. If youRead More

How to Get Your Kids to Help with Chores

How to Get Your Kids to Help with Chores

April 3, 2015 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Having kids means that you now are responsible for other human beings. The pressure is on, but so is everything else that you have to deal with. Whether you work or stay at home, the to-do list is always growing and never seems to be checked off. One of the things that help families stay productiveRead More

How to Throw an Earth Day Party for Kids

How to Throw an Earth Day Party for Kids

April 1, 2015 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Earth Day is definitely a time to celebrate! If you are looking to celebrate Earth Day in a way that is fun yet frugal, take a look at these tips for how to throw an Earth Day party for kids. With just a little planning and creativity, you can throw an Earth Day party thatRead More

50+ Activities to Teach the Alphabet

50+ Activities to Teach the Alphabet

March 30, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

One of the best parts of homeschooling is being able to think and teach outside the box and the classroom. This opens up all kinds of opportunities for fun activities, both inside and out and a way to make what seems like just a fun afternoon be a learning experience. In this post, I haveRead More

What You Need for Bird Watching with Kids

What You Need for Bird Watching with Kids

March 27, 2015 by Editor Leave a Comment

Bird watching is fast becoming a popular pastime among the younger generation. With a renewed focus on conservation of our wildlife and not burning through our natural resources, it gives one hope for a healthy future. Bird watching is an extension of this as more kids and teens take on the hobby of enjoying andRead More

7 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day with Kids- There are a lot of fun and easy ways to celebrate Earth Day with kids. Here are 7 activities to try this year!

7 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day with Kids

March 25, 2015 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Earth Day is not only a great way to celebrate the arrival of spring, but a great way to celebrate everything that our planet gives to us. Celebrating Earth Day with children is important, as it shows them that our planet is valued, special, and worth celebrating and being thankful for. If you want toRead More

50 crafts to teach the alphabet

50+ Crafts to Teach the Alphabet

March 23, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Teaching the letters can be so much fun, and crafts are a fun way to reinforce the letters and the sounds they make. Preschoolers and early elementary kids love to get messy and do crafts, and they are a great way to fine tune those fine motor skills and let your kid’s creativity shine whileRead More

How to Teach Kids Reading Skills in the Garden

How to Teach Kids Reading Skills in the Garden

March 20, 2015 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

You might not think of gardening as an educational activity, but the truth is it can be! The garden is an excellent place to teach kids how to read as well as practice other important literacy skills. Take a look below at some helpful tips on how to teach kids reading skills in the garden,Read More

Ways To Teach Kids About Recycling

Ways To Teach Kids About Recycling

March 18, 2015 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

If your family has made the decision to live a green lifestyle, one of the first things you need to know are Ways To Teach Kids About Recycling.  Not only will getting everyone involved in this effort make it easier, you really want to teach your children about how their actions can have an affectRead More

5 Easter Games for Kids

March 17, 2015 by Editor 1 Comment

These fun Easter Games for Kids are perfect for parties and family gatherings! Kids love Easter and understandably so. There are usually colorful eggs, treats of all kinds and lots of games to play. In fact, Easter is one of those days when mom and dad even get out to join in the fun! BelowRead More

50 free printables to Teach the Alphabet

50+ Free Printables to Teach the Alphabet

March 16, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Printables are a very valuable resource in the world of homeschooling. While there is a lot of value in hands on activities, when it comes to teaching like the alphabet, it is good to have worksheets where your kids can practice writing the letters as well as tracing them. Many of the printables on this list alsoRead More

How to Teach Kids Math Skills in the Garden

How to Teach Kids Math Skills in the Garden

March 13, 2015 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Believe it or not, you can’t grow a garden without doing a little math. So before you start planting your garden for the season, grab the kids and see how many important math skills you can teach them in the process! If you aren’t sure about where to begin, take a peek below at howRead More

How to Lanolize Cloth Diaper Covers

How to Lanolize Wool Diaper Covers

March 11, 2015 by Emily 2 Comments

Lanolizing is a key process in waterproofing wool. Wool is a reliable fabric to use for cloth diaper covers because it’s naturally breathable and wicks moisture away from the body. It’s also pretty odor resistant, which really comes in handy when dealing with urine.  Some would say this combination makes for a no-fail solution forRead More

10 ways to introduce the letter Z

10+ Ways to Introduce the Letter Z

March 9, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

We are at the end of the alphabet, everyone! Letter Z week is here and I have found a bunch of fun ways to teach the letter Z to your kids that you are going to love! When we think of the letter Z, of course the typical animal who is practically the mascot ofRead More

How to Teach Kids Science Skills in the Garden

How to Teach Kids Science Skills in the Garden

March 6, 2015 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

There is no better way to learn science than to get out in the yard where it is unfolding! If you want to teach your children some new science concepts or reinforce the ones they already know, then head out to the garden where a hands on learning lab awaits you. If you are unsureRead More

Fun Outdoor Physical Activities for the Nature Loving Child

Fun Outdoor Physical Activities for Kids

March 4, 2015 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

If your child loves nature, you will be glad to know you can incorporate some physical activity into their interest as well. Below you will find some fun physical activities for the nature loving child, perfect for helping them explore their interest of nature while getting some exercise at the same time. As you willRead More

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Welcome. I'm Alea!

On Premeditated Leftovers I share simple recipes made with whole foods, practical shopping tips, time saving techniques, and meal planning strategies. I also share tips for minimizing food waste, so more of the food that is purchased ends up on the table.

While volunteering as a budget counselor, I realized that food is the element of most people’s budgets where they have the greatest control. I set out to develop low-cost recipes from scratch to prove it’s possible to create delicious meals on a limited budget. Eating well while spending less is about more than just creating recipes using inexpensive ingredients; it’s about creatively combining ingredients so you don’t feel deprived and are inspired to stick to your budget.

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