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How to Create a DIY science shelf

How To Create a Science Shelf

October 17, 2014 by Jody 1 Comment

If you are a homeschooling mom that wants to set up a science shelf to support your thematic science studies or you just want to create an area in your home for your little science and nature fan to explore , then a science shelf or table is a great way to go. I haveRead More

quick and easy phonics activities for kids

10 Quick and Easy Phonics Activities

October 16, 2014 by Jody Leave a Comment

If the thought of drilling your child with flashcards sounds unappealing for you and for them, try some of these other phonics activities that make learning more enjoyable.  Whether you have a preschooler learning to recognize letters or a elementary student needing to practice sight or spelling words these activities can give them a boost.  BreakingRead More

Writing Tips for Children

A Reason For Writing: Writing Tips for Children

October 15, 2014 by Jody 1 Comment

  I don’t know about your child, but mine balks anytime I put a worksheet in front of him. While this is sometimes necessary and there is no way around worksheets, there are other ways to develop writing skills, and even teach them to enjoy writing.  Whether you are homeschooling your reluctant writer or you are lookingRead More

How to make a DIY Fairy Garden Travel Box. Use this easy tutorial to make a fun, homemade gift for girls that promotes creative play on the go.

DIY Fairy Garden Travel Box

October 14, 2014 by Jody Leave a Comment

This Fairy Garden Travel Box is perfect to keep your little enchanted fairy lover busy on long car rides, at the doctors office, or while waiting for your dinner at a restaurant.  You can create it with her or make it as surprise homemade Christmas or Birthday gift.  Personalize it with her name and favoriteRead More

ABC Family's 25 Days of Christmas 2014 Schedule and Start Times

ABC Family’s 25 Days of Christmas 2014 Schedule and Start Times

October 14, 2014 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Thanks to Sarah of Raining Hot Coupons for sharing this List of ABC Family’s 25 Days of Christmas Schedule. She includes the start times and links so you can find more information on the shows. It won’t be long before we will be able to watch all of our  favorite Christmas and Holiday movies! Below is aRead More

7 Educational Pumpkin Patch Activities for Kids

7 Educational Pumpkin Patch Activities

October 13, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Heading to the pumpkin patch with your family is a great way to snag pumpkins, mums, and cider. But did you know it is also a great time to have some educational fun? Take a look below at 7 educational pumpkin patch activities that you can enjoy with your family. They are a great wayRead More

10 ways to introduce the letter F

10 Ways to Introduce the Letter F

October 13, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Welcome to another week of introducing a letter and some more activities to do with your child to make learning about the alphabet fun! This is a compilation designed to help you come up with a lesson plan for your fun filled F week! Make sure, if you missed previous weeks, you scroll to theRead More

Christian alternatives to Halloween

10 Christian Alternatives to Halloween

October 12, 2014 by Jody 1 Comment

Jody is sharing some Christian alternatives to Halloween for those who do not want to celebrate Halloween with their children.   There is a big debate, even among Christians, on how to handle Halloween.  Some feel that participating in it-going all out with decorations and costumes is perfectly acceptable. Then you have the other endRead More

Activities to Teach Your Child About Veteran’s Day

Activities to Teach Your Child About Veteran’s Day

October 11, 2014 by Editor Leave a Comment

November 11th, known to Americans everywhere as Veteran’s Day, originally was a day to commemorate the ending of World War I. Known originally as Armistice Day, Veteran’s Day eventually evolved to a general holiday thanking all Veteran’s for their service to our Country as a whole. Teaching your kids about this important holiday can beRead More

Homemade Edible Finger Paint Recipe and Tutorial

Homemade Edible Finger Paints

October 8, 2014 by Jody Leave a Comment

I have a little one that is enamored of anything sensory-she loves to feel, taste, smell everything! So the best activities to keep her busy have always been things that allow her to do just that-sometimes all at once! Edible “Finger paint” is just of these.  Every since she was a baby I have soughtRead More

7 Scarecrow Educational Activities

7 Scarecrow Educational Activities

October 7, 2014 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Who knew that building a scarecrow could actually be a learning experience? Below, you will find 7 scarecrow educational activities for you to enjoy. Take a look at how a simple afternoon of scarecrow building can pack in lessons in science, math, and even language arts. Not only is building a scarecrow fun, but nowRead More

10 ways to introduce the letter e

10 Ways to Introduce the Letter E

October 6, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Welcome to another week on this introducing the letters series! This week, we will look at fun ways to engage and teach the letter E. Included is a list of crafts, recipes, printables and even books you can use in your home. Everything is easy and sure to be lots of fun! 10 Ways toRead More

5 Ways to Enjoy Halloween as Family

5 Ways to Enjoy Halloween as Family

October 5, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Katie is sharing ideas for frugal Halloween family fun. It may be getting harder to find Halloween activities to enjoy as a family. After all, not everyone likes scary haunted houses, or even trick or treating for that matter. Instead, take a look below at 5 ways to enjoy Halloween as a family. You canRead More

5 Fun and Frugal Alternatives to Trick-or-Treating

5 Fun and Frugal Alternatives to Trick-or-Treating

October 4, 2014 by Katie Femia 2 Comments

If you are looking for an alternative to traditional trick or treating, take a look below at some ideas you might want to consider. You can still enjoy Halloween without going door to door for candy. So this Halloween, if you want to try something new why not give one of these ideas a try?Read More

10 ways to introduce the letter d

10+ Ways to Introduce the Letter D

September 29, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

If you are homeschooling an early learner, introducing the letters is essential. In order to help you do that, think of this as a “best of” series on introducing each letter and this week, we are focusing on D. Here is a fun list of activities from worksheets to crafts and even books and recipesRead More

DIY Cheniile Pumpkins - A fun fall craft for kids

DIY Chenille Pumpkins

September 25, 2014 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

With a couple of pipe cleaners, you can quickly create your own patch of colorful chenille pumpkins. This is a great way to decorate your home or just enjoy some craft time with kids, all for just a few bucks. Take a look below at how you can craft your own chenille pumpkins, perfect forRead More

10 ways to introduce the letter c

10+ Ways to Introduce the Letter C

September 15, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

I am so happy you could join us for another week of introducing the alphabet! This week, I have gathered some fun projects, crafts and recipes on ways to introduce the letter C. If you missed previous weeks, make sure you check out the links below. Let’s get started! 10+ Ways To Introduce the LetterRead More

10 ways to introduce the letter B

10 + Ways To Introduce the Letter B

September 8, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

We are onto the Letter B this week in this fun series on how to introduce the letters of the alphabet to your early homeschooler! Make sure you look for previous letters in the links below this article for more helpful classroom activities! Consider this a “best of” series for your letter introducing needs! LetsRead More

Homemade Tin Can Stilts - Making Tin Can Stilts is easy with this Tin Can Stilts tutorial. Your kids will have hours of fun with these DIY Tin Can Stilts.

Homemade Tin Can Stilts

September 4, 2014 by Jody 1 Comment

  Do you remember these fun toys from when you were a kid?  Tin can stilts were not only fun to make but fun to use. Have you made some for your own kids yet? If not maybe I can inspire you to give it a try- they are  free, fast, and fun!  You cantRead More

10 Free Cloth Diaper Patterns

10 Free Cloth Diaper Patterns

August 22, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

My “baby” is 11 years old and while raising a preteen can be a challenge, I remember what a challenge it was when she was born. She is my first and only child so I had no idea what I was doing and felt a little in the dark like most first time parents tendRead More

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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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