In the world of hand sanitizer, one is pretty much like the next correct? Alcohol is supposed to "evaporate" the germs. It is commonly known that alcohol-based hand sanitizers only clean off a small fraction of germ varieties and they leave your hands dry and (dare I say) stinky! Well, you need to experience a new way to hand sanitize: Desert Essence Probiotic Hand Sanitizer. (Stick around for a discount code at the end ;) Probiotic Hand Sanitizer? I've been a fan of Desert Essence shampoos and conditioners for a well over a year now and I was excited to try these hand sanitizers. ... Continue Reading...
Tutorial: DIY AG Doll Glitter Tumblers
This weekend I've been making some glitter ornaments. They are so fun and easy to make! While I was working on them Lulu gave me a great idea: Doll Glitter Tumblers! Supply List Polyurethane (any brand, water based, clear gloss) Glitter (ultra fine, extra fine, or micro is best, but regular size works too) Communion cups 30mm plastic ornament balls Coffee Straws/Stirrers (Amazon has tons of color options, we got ours at Kroger) Tool List Clippers Drill & small drill bit Glue Gun & Glue Sticks Scissors Decals for name or monogram (optional) DIY AG ... Continue Reading...
Introducing Peanuts to Baby Safely
Introducing new foods to your infant or toddler can be a daunting task, especially foods that are common allergens. Introducing peanuts to your young baby safely doesn't have to be scary or shouldn't be full of guesswork. Why Introduce Peanuts Early? The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that all infants be given peanuts, and children with mild to severe eczema should be introduced to peanuts early, in an attempt to reduce the rate of peanut allergies. The specific guidelines call for beginning peanut introduction during the critical window of 4-6 months of age. How much ... Continue Reading...
3 Amazing New Classroom Games
I am always on the look-out for fun new games for my kids to play, especially games that help them learn! Classroom games kids can play independently is also a huge plus. So let's take a look at three amazing new classroom games kids can play alone in homeschool or traditional classes. Brain Train (ages 3+) This great little game is perfect for preschoolers who are ready to learn their shapes and colors or even K5 and 1st graders who just like puzzles. To play SmartGames Brain Train kids match the shapes as shown in the challenge and place them in the right sequence. Each level ... Continue Reading...
A New Must-Have Bedtime Story
Do your kids love to have you read to them before bed? Reading a fun, and meaningful bedtime story can be a great way to connect with your children. I'd like to tell you about Just in Case You Ever Wonder. This precious new book by best-selling author Max Lucado is a great addition to your bedtime storybook line up. Book Description This book assures children of God's love through all their experiences—including during hard times such as being afraid of the dark or being bullied—and gives assurance that the parent was there when they were first born and will be with them even in ... Continue Reading...
3 Reasons Why Kids Need a Pen Pal
Why Kids Need a Pen Pal Letter writing and having a pen pal seem to be things of the past, but there are multiple reasons why you should encourage your kids to write letters to their friends and family using a good old pen and paper! I've partnered with Paper House Productions to show you how fun and valuable letter writing can be. How Can it Help Them? First off, handwriting letters and notes, instead of text messages or emails, can boost reading skills and helps kids get better grades. One study (link) has shown children who write can also read faster and better than children who ... Continue Reading...
A Devotional for Kids Who Love Graphic Novels
We love graphic novels around here! There's just something fun and intriguing to kids when there are vibrant illustrations accompanying the words of the story. Last year we reviewed BibleForce: The First Heroes Bible and my kids loved it. The same author/illustrator team is back with a new devotional book for kids - BibleForce Devotional: The First Heroes Devotional! Book Description BibleForce Devotional includes 100 devotions based on the heroes of the Bible with the popular comic-style action art, facts about each hero, Scriptures, and action items that help kids connect ... Continue Reading...
A New Spin on the Classic S’mores Recipe
S'mores never get old! These yummy treats are perfect any time of the year. I've always had a hang-up about them though: the marshmallow is never hot enough to melt all the chocolate bar (and I'm not the biggest fan of milk chocolate bars). Well, I've fixed that with this easy little S'mores recipe replacing the traditional chocolate bar with a simple yummy ingredient! I've worked with the awesome folks over at Once Again Nut Butters before and I'm partnering with them again to bring you this new spin on S'mores! Smothered S'mores Recipe The recipe is simple. All you need ... Continue Reading...
Boredom Busters: TinkerActive Workbooks
Your kids are crying they're bored. You may not want to just hand them a screen. Maybe you want them to learn but it has to be fun or they'll smell a trap. So you need fun and interesting boredom busters. Check out TinkerActive Workbooks! Enrich your child's skills in Science and Math for Kindergarten, First Grade, and Second Grade with TinkerActive Workbooks. TinkerActive Workbooks aren't really "work" books. They are "fun-books" filled from cover-to-cover with fun activities, experiments, things to build and more! We just love how colorful every page is! Something else ... Continue Reading...
My Happy Planner Layouts
** Updated Continually! Newest layouts are at the bottom! ** I love my Happy Planner! Seriously, since I switched over from my bullet journal, I've been so pleased with this planner system. I love that I can take pages out and add pages (I did get the special punch) and I just love the fun colors and designs of the planner pages! But my favorite thing is decorating each week with STICKERS!!! I know it sounds crazy for a grown woman to love playing with stickers, but y'all - it's seriously cathartic. Anyway, if you're reading this post then you either have interest in this cult-like ... Continue Reading...
Covenant Kids Book 1
Do your kids love adventure stories or graphic novels? Do you want them to read clean and uplifting stories that have meaning and encourage them? The new Covenant Kids series by Andrew Youngblood fulfills all of these! This colorful graphic novel (could also be called a comic book) is the first story in a series about kids growing up where speaking about their faith, learning or worshiping God outside of church is illegal. Four teenagers feel God calling them to study the Bible for themselves despite the law. In Covenant Kids Book 1 - The Law they work their way through Genesis ... Continue Reading...
Courage for Life Bible App
Today I want to share with you about the new Courage For Life Bible App - the first female voiced audio Bible! A female voiced audio Bible opens new doors for women who may have abuse-related trauma that keeps them from feeling comfortable listening to a male voiced audio Bible. Women who have been abused or hurt often have a hard time accepting truth from male missionaries or ministers. They need a woman to share with them in a gentle way only a woman can. Courage For Life exists to strengthen, equip and empower the world for Christ. They want to reach women and meet them where they ... Continue Reading...
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