The best time to establish a summer chore chart is at the beginning. Let the kids know what to expect this summer with a chore chart.
Once school’s out and summer officially begins, so does the chaos of everyone being home constantly. With all that extra time, energy, and mess, it’s the perfect opportunity to help kids take more responsibility around the house. But let’s be honest: getting kids excited about chores can feel like trying to serve broccoli for dessert. That’s where a smart, simple summer chore chart from DealDash comes in. — Read full post
Are you ready for summer to start? I bet your kids are. Me too!! Let’s get prepared for fun this summer!
It’s that time of year again. School is wrapping up, the days are stretching longer, and the kids are already asking about popsicles for breakfast. Before we tumble into the chaos of summer break, I like to take a few days to prep. Nothing fancy, just some simple steps that help our whole family slide into summer mode without the stress. Here’s my mom-tested checklist to get your family summer-ready with less scrambling. Read on for some fun ideas — Read full post
It’s almost the end of May, school will be getting out soon! Are you ready to celebrate? Me too!
Can you believe another school year is almost behind us? It feels like just yesterday we were labeling folders and picking out first-day outfits. Now, the backpacks are fraying, lunchboxes are mysteriously sticky, and the countdown to summer is officially on! Whether your kids are finishing second grade or wrapping up middle school, it’s the perfect time to pause and celebrate their hard work—with fun, stress-free activities the whole family can enjoy. — Read full post
Did your child really love his or her teacher this year? Be sure to recognize them with something special at the end of the school year.
The countdown to summer is on! If you’re anything like me, it just hit you that the last day of school is creeping up fast. You want to show your appreciation to those amazing teachers who’ve poured so much into your child all year, but between end-of-year concerts, sports award ceremonies, and trying to remember if you signed the field trip form, there’s barely time to think. These last-minute teacher gift ideas from — Read full post
As we come to the end of May, it’s time to simplify dinners. Never fear, DealDash has ideas for some quick, easy, and delicious dinners.
Between all of the end of school year last minute tasks and planning for summer, weeknights get busy. And while I love a cozy home-cooked meal, some nights we’re just lucky to get everyone to the table before 8 p.m. That’s why I keep a little stash of simple, no-fuss dinner ideas that come together fast and keep the whole family happy. Here are a few of our weeknight winners that are perfect for — Read full post
