A gratitude tree is the perfect Thanksgiving craft to remember all the things that we have to be grateful for. Using simple supplies, it can be a wonderful way for a class or family to make a thankful tree that represents the many blessings we have in our lives. As my children have gotten older […]
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Thanksgiving activities for kids are the PERFECT way to naturally teach social skills in a way that makes sense to kids. Holidays area easily one of my favorite way to teach both social and life skills because kids (and adults) love holidays. Everyone is willing to put in a little effort to make the day
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Discovery Park Ohio in Lodi, Ohio is this hidden treasure that I never knew about even though I live just down the nearby interstate. Imagine the best of adventures parks combined with creativity and outdoor fun without screens!! Kids love this place! Would your kids love to “Drive” a REAL firetruck? Do your kids stare
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Ohio Emergency Food Assistance Income Guidelines Below are the income requirements if you need to receive food from a food pantry. Other states may have slightly different income requirements. Food pantry guidelines are much less strict than other government food programs and usually only require that you bring a drivers license and sign a form
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Using Sukkot Activities with kids or adults is a fun way to introduce them to both Jewish culture and truths from the Bible at the same time. Below are some simple ways to celebrate Sukkot. Pick the ones that work for you…and leave the rest! Is Sukkot a Major Holiday? Sukkot is otherwise known as
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In the USA, children traditionally start elementary school at age 5 or 6 which determines their grade to age placement going forward. However, ages and grades are flexible and can be adjusted based on the needs and abilities of the children. In addition, grades can be adjusted after students begin if holding them back a
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Whether someone is preparing for a job interview, or thinking about broader life goals, knowing your strengths and weaknesses is essential to making choices. Often times, these are asked for in job interviews or scholarship applications and teens and young adults have no idea what to say that honestly represents them. As parents, we often
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There are many pros and cons of homeschooling which you should consider if you are trying to decide whether homeschooling is for you. The reality is, every family and situation is different and the many benefits of homeschooling may make it a great option for your family…or the disadvantages may push you to find something
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Do you teach the Bible at home? For the first 8 years of being parents, my husband and I really didn’t have a good picture of what that could look like for our family. We were and are believers in Jesus, and we had both been raised in Christian homes (his dad was a pastor),
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Are you trying to figure out how to overcome loneliness as a stay at home mom. Over the years, I have seen many women silently struggle in this area. A common problem when people first choose to stay home…or perhaps begin homeschooling is a feeling of being very isolated or apart from other people
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