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Kara brings her quirky perspective to parenting, education, connection and at times, the randomness of the world. She is a mom of two, married 28+ years, former educator, parent blogger, and children’s author. Her goal is to simplify the life of moms and help them find connection.
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Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
Essential skills requirement gone, you can be illiterate and graduate.
It is time for the parents of Oregon to make a stand and take control of their children's educations. No essential skills requirement means a child does not need to demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, or arithmetic to graduate. Look into homeschooling as an option today!
Students in Oregon who go onto college in 2021: https://www.opb.org/article/2023/10/26/more-oregon-students-graduate-but-attendance-college-advancement-down-reports-show/
75% of Oregon graduates who go to community college need remedial courses: https://www.oregonlive.com/education/2015/05/75_of_oregon_high_school_grads.html
FREEBIE: 4 Easy Steps to Becoming a Writer, Without Picking Up a Pencil: https://epicpublisher.com/4-easy-steps-becoming-a-great-writer/
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Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Bond with buddies over baked goods: A holiday cookie exchange
Hosting a holiday cookie exchange is a delightful way to spread cheer during the holiday season while enjoying a variety of homemade treats. By following these steps, you can create a memorable and festive gathering that your friends and family will look forward to year after year.
Links:
20 DIY Holiday Gifts Your Kids can Make Too! https://epicpublisher.com/activities/get-your-kiddos-crafting-20-diy-gifts-they-can-make-this-holiday-season/
FREEBIE: 84 Fabulous Date Night Ideas for you and your honey! https://epicpublisher.com/date-night-ideas/
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Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Invest in Good Habits—Teach Your Kids about Money This Holiday Season!
Teaching your children about money is an ongoing process. Use holiday shopping as an engaging way to introduce budgeting, needs vs wants, comparison shopping and only spending what you have. After your children have had a real life experience you will be able to easily reinforce these concepts throughout the year.
https://epicpublisher.com/education/tis-the-season-to-teach-your-kids-money-sense/
Links in article:
Financial literacy statistics: https://www.annuity.org/financial-literacy/financial-literacy-statistics/
Board games that teach money concepts for all ages: https://epicpublisher.com/education/board-games-that…acy-to-your-kids/
Trend Enterprises: Money Bingo (a money bingo game I found late that I really love)
5 Pro’s and Con’s to Allowance: https://epicpublisher.com/parenting/the-pros-and-con…ild-an-allowance/
Consumers in debt after Christmas: https://www.lendingtree.com/personal/holiday-debt-survey/
Money managing and savings apps for kids: https://epicpublisher.com/education/money-managing-a…l-responsibility/
20 DIY Holiday Gifts Your Kids Can Make! https://epicpublisher.com/activities/get-your-kiddos-crafting-20-diy-gifts-they-can-make-this-holiday-season/
FREEBIE: Holiday Budget Planner https://epicpublisher.com/holiday-budget-planner/
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Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
20 Personalized Gifts Your Kids Can Make This Holiday Season!
Teachers, neighbors, or friends, it doesn’t matter who is on your list, these 20 DIY Christmas gifts are great for kids to make. Making gifts with your kids for the neighbors is a creative and thoughtful way to foster community connections and spread joy.
FREEBIE: Looking for more ways to connect this holiday season? Check out our top 10 family traditions (that we created!) https://epicpublisher.com/connection-ad/
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Saturday Nov 04, 2023
Saturday Nov 04, 2023
Spread The Holiday Cheer With These 15 Fantastic Family Flicks!
Christmas movies are a staple during the holiday season. There are plenty of family friendly ones to choose from, whether you are looking for laugh out loud funny, heartwarming, or one with good feeling life lessons.
Here is a list of 15 of our favorite kid approved holiday movies.
https://epicpublisher.com/activities/spread-the-holiday-cheer-with-these-15-fantastic-family-flicks/
Links in Article: Game Night and Collaborative Games: https://epicpublisher.com/activities/are-you-looking-for-connection-with-your-kids-game-night/
Freebie: Looking for more ways to connect this holiday season? Check out our top 10 family traditions (that we created!) https://epicpublisher.com/connection-ad/
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Thursday Oct 26, 2023
Thursday Oct 26, 2023
Thanksgiving Foods Your Kids can Help Prepare
Here are 10 kid-friendly Thanksgiving dishes your little ones can help cook, ensuring they are an important part of the family tradition. By assigning age-appropriate tasks, you can teach them valuable skills and create lasting memories as well as instill a sense of confidence and boost self esteem and value.
Article: https://epicpublisher.com/parenting/c...
Links in Article: 13 Simple Ways to Get Your Kids to Eat Veggies! (Sherwin the link is not ready at the time I prepared this for you, however it will be by the time of this article, I need you to add it both here and to the blog online)
Age Appropriate Tasks: https://epicpublisher.com/parenting/5... Self Esteem Activities: https://epicpublisher.com/parenting/s...
Holiday Budget Planner: https://epicpublisher.com/holiday-bud...
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Friday Oct 20, 2023
Friday Oct 20, 2023
Studies have shown that Social Emotional Learning Activities not typical academic pursuits are playing a crucial role in student mental health, self-image, and overall child well being. I have put together a list of 30 activities you can do at home by grade level.
Social Emotional Learning: What is it? https://epicpublisher.com/education/social-emotional-learning-what-is-it/
Georgetown Study: Children Stress Levels on the Rise: https://ccf.georgetown.edu/2022/03/24/research-update-childrens-anxiety-and-depression-on-the-rise/
Halloween Writing Prompts (talks about using music for mood in free writes) https://epicpublisher.com/activities/halloween-writing-prompts/
Healthy Screen Time: https://epicpublisher.com/parenting/h...
100 Activities Your Child Will Love MORE than Their Screens: https://epicpublisher.com/podcast/unp...
8 Easy Steps to Quash Sibling Rivalry: https://epicpublisher.com/parenting/8...
FREEBIES: 36 Heart Cut Out Positive Affirmations (Easy, not Cheesy!) https://epicpublisher.com/36-heart-cu...
Fabulous Games (both competitive and collaborative) we play and love in our home: https://epicpublisher.com/game-list/
36 Heart Cut Out Positive Affirmations (Easy, not Cheesy!) https://epicpublisher.com/36-heart-cu...
100 Acts of Kindness for Challenge!: https://epicpublisher.com/100-acts-of...
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Monday Oct 09, 2023
Monday Oct 09, 2023
13 Simple Ways to Get Your Children to Eat Vegetables
Here are 10 kid-friendly Thanksgiving dishes your little ones can help cook, ensuring they are an important part of the family tradition. By assigning age-appropriate tasks, you can teach them valuable skills and create lasting memories as well as instill a sense of confidence and boost self esteem and value.
Link to article: https://epicpublisher.com/parenting/10-thanksgiving-foods-the-kids-can-help-prepare/
Links in Article:
Washington Post: Researchers Found Simple Way Study: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2015/09/29/researchers-have-found-a-simple-way-to-get-kids-to-eat-more-veggies/
Food Network Study Supporting Veggies with Dip: https://www.foodnetwork.com/healthyeats/recipes/2013/06/new-study-kids-eat-more-veggies-with-dip
Dairy Free Ranch Recipe: https://www.superhealthykids.com/garden-party-dairy-free-ranch-dip-recipe/
Shredded Brussels Sprouts Recipe: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/53715/shredded-brussels-sprouts/
Green Smoothie your kids will love: https://www.100daysofrealfood.com/green-smoothie-recipe/
Spinach Brownie: https://www.blenderbabes.com/baking-recipes/spinach-brownies/
Veggies into shapes: https://healthyfamilyproject.com/fun-fruit-veggie-shapes-lunchbox/
FREEBIE: 100+ Tidying Tips! https://epicpublisher.com/10-minute-tidying-tips/
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