how to make super-easy, beautiful flower pens
It's Teacher Appreciation Week, a time I really believe teachers should get a little love, a pat on the back for all of their hard work, effort, and …
giving back
holiday note gift idea for families: unique, thoughtful, and FREE
These holiday notes may turn out to be one of your family's most coveted and meaningful traditions!
It's so easy for our little ones (and even adults …
gifts that give back: ideas for kids and family #givingtuesday
Did you know that today is Giving Tuesday?
It's a really simple concept: give.
Any way you are able, to anyone. Give.
The concept of giving is …
5 ways parents can show thanks for teachers and schools
Between Election Day, parent-teacher conferences, and field trips, it always seems like things get nutty in November.
The novelty of the new year has …
help end childhood hunger: free resources to get started!
Young leaders are moving mountains with Generation No Kid Hungry, a national movement of young leaders who are dedicated to the goal of the No Kid …
get involved in Red Nose Day’s Joke-Ha-Thon and make a difference in children’s lives
First of all: What is Red Nose Day?
You might vaguely recall seeing people wearing silly, red clown noses in the name of raising money for children …
thank you delivery people: free printable for families
This time of the year is insane.
We're moving so quickly, our to-do lists are nuts, and often we're totally forgetting to breathe.
At least I …
create summer sparks with everyday acts of kindness
Sponsored by author T.A. Barron and the Spark Goodness Program.
If you want my expert opinion, teaching our kids about the importance of being a …
quick and easy flower wish boxes
It's amazing how easily you can create sweet and easy gifts sometimes when you have a bit of inspiration.
Sometimes it's a walk in the craft …
teacher appreciation gifts for all of your kids’ teachers
Friends.
Teacher Appreciation gifts can sometimes break the bank, and I know that can be hard.
But being a teacher myself, I can tell you …
teach kids to give back: $250 volunteer grants for students
I am thrilled to be able to share with you some super ways to teach kids to give back to their communities.
WeAreTeachers has asked me to help …
what can you do about gun control? start here.
Friends, it's time to stop talking and start doing.
No matter which political party you stand with, the gun violence in our country has gotten way …
secret message valentines: homemade, candy-free, totally cool
Longtime fans of the ole homemade Valentine, I've had to get a little more clever and crafty as the kids get older.
But I still want them writing, …
family volunteering on martin luther king, jr day
Four years ago was the very first year we volunteered as a family to honor Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday.
But it will not be the …
advent activity calendar for kids and family: 2017
We do this every advent season.
And the kids love it.
I actually contemplated switching things this year--finding another advent activity …
halloween giving: how to BOO! your friends (on a budget)
I've said it before--spooky Halloween is not my thing.
So this weekend, when our family was officially BOO'ed for the first time, a whole new …
positive classroom experience for all: Staples + Lady Gaga = Staples for Students
Recently, I've been thinking a lot about the role of kindness in the classroom.
And when I was approached by the good people at Staples about the …
must have tech gift for families–HP Sprocket || 12 days of smart gifts for kids & family
I love the idea of printing photos, but sometimes it's hard.
It's hard to sit down and print the photos that are stuck on your computer or …
gifts that teach kids the power of giving: animal gifts from heifer international
The more ways that we can teach our kids that holiday time should be a time for giving, the better.
I mean, when it comes down to it, don't our …
top secret ‘happy day’ notes for the whole ‘hood
Originally published September 1, 2010, but republished today because, well, friends, everyone could use a lift.
Last week, we ran into a …