Kids and Parenting

DealDash Back-to-School Prep Made Easy

There are only a few weeks left before school starts again. Are you ready? More importantly, are your kids ready?

As summer vacation winds down, families start preparing for the busy back-to-school season. With supply lists to check off, new routines to establish, and schedules to manage, this time of year can be a little hectic. By organizing early and using a few smart strategies, you can make the transition to the new school year smoother and less stressful. Read on for some solid strategies from DealDash. — Read full post

Kids and Parenting

DealDash’s DIY Homework Station Ideas

School will be starting up again soon, are your kids excited? There is still plenty of time left to set up a cool homework station!

Once the school year begins, it doesn’t take long for papers, pencils, and permission slips to take over every flat surface in the house. That’s why I like to set up a dedicated homework station. Even a small one in a corner of the kitchen can make a big difference. The goal isn’t Pinterest perfection. It’s having a space where the kids can focus, find what they need, and (hopefully) get through homework without a  — Read full post

Kids and Parenting

DealDash First Day of School Traditions to Start This Year

School will be starting again soon. Let’s think of some back to school traditions to start with the kids to help ease the transition back to school this year.

Even though August still feels like summer, that first day of school always sneaks up fast. Over the years, I’ve found that the key to a calm and meaningful send-off is prepping those fun traditions now, while the kids are still bouncing between the sprinkler and snack time. With a little planning, you can roll into that first day feeling less frantic and more focused on making sweet memories. Keep reading  — Read full post

Kids and Parenting

DealDash Great Toy Rotation: Summer Edition

Toy rotation is a simple trick that helps you cut the clutter and actually make playtime more exciting. Let’s give it a try!

With school out and everyone spending more time at home, there seems to be a toy in each and every corner of the house. One minute the living room is tidy, and the next it’s a sea of puzzle pieces, blocks, and stuffed animals. If you’re constantly stepping over a forgotten toy or wondering why your kids are bored despite all the toys they own, it might be time for a summer toy rotation. Let DealDash give  — Read full post

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DealDash Kids: Declutter Kids’ School Stuff With No Drama

School hasn’t quite ended yet here in Massachusetts, but my kids are ready. The big job of decluttering school stuff is on the horizon. Let’s get ready!

June is here, and along with the promise of summer fun comes the big ol’ backpack dump. You know the one. Crumpled worksheets, end-of-year art projects, dried-out markers, snack wrappers, and mysterious science experiments. If you’re staring at a mountain of school papers and wondering how on earth to sort it all, don’t worry. You’re not alone, and it can actually be a fun and meaningful process with the kids. Read this post  — Read full post