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Teaching the Beatitudes to Children with Flashcards

Should you teach the Beatitudes to children? Are they really old enough to understand? Absolutely yes. I feel that the Beatitudes are important to learn at any age. Here’s how to use free printable Beatitudes flashcards with children. You can also use these flashcards as lunch notes for gentle reminders to your children to always embrace these traits. The Beatitudes are a group of verses from the New Testament and are a part of the Sermon on the Mount. Found in the gospel of Matthew, the Beatitudes are 8 verses of blessedness spoken from Jesus. Many desire these as character traits. I have shared a free printable Beatitudes pack for kids and I am also working on a Beatitudes coloring book and a few other things. Today,…

Learning how to ride a tricycle is a huge developmental and gross motor step. See how we're handling this with our toddler.

The Best Toddler Tricycle: How To Teach Your Toddler to Ride a Tricycle

Are you teaching your toddler to ride a tricycle? Before we started, we wanted to find the best toddler tricycle. After that it was a piece of cake (mostly!). A lot changes when children go from being somewhat mobile babies to being sometimes extremely mobile toddlers. At least that was our experience when Squeaker started to transition from barely walking without falling often to running through the house. She’s a curious child, like most children tend to be, and while we have our fair share of moments with her testing the limits or throwing tantrums of epic proportion (over mostly unknown reasons)… toddlerhood, so far, has been fun. It’s been enjoyable to watch the development to this point and I will continue to soak up…

Pool safety tips for young children

Practical Pool Safety Tips for Toddlers and Preschoolers

Are you heading to the pool with your toddler or preschooler? Be sure to check out these practical pool safety tips for young children.  One of the best ways to cool off in the summer is to take a splash in the pool. Whether you have a pool in your yard or you visit the neighborhood one, take measures to keep you and your family safe. Water is beautiful but it can also be dangerous if you are not careful. Enjoy the water to the best of your ability by observing some tips. Pool Safety Tips for Pool Owners If you have a pool… 1. Make sure that it is supervised while in use – Keep your kids and their friends safe during summer play. Don’t…

Superfoods to make your smoothie healthier

11 Superfood Ideas for Your Smoothies

Are you a smoothie fan or a smoothie skeptic? What about superfoods? If I haven’t lost you yet- stay put, this is worth it! Here are 11 superfood ideas for your smoothies.  Smoothies are a refreshing way to get some really good nutrients, vitamins and minerals into your body. Also, since there is no one true definition for smoothies, you can make them however you like. Some people add milk or other dairy products, while others use ice and water. Sweeteners may or may not be used. Fruits and/or vegetables of all types are in play. Simply put, it is up to you exactly how you make your smoothies. One thing that almost everyone agrees on is that a smoothie is made for health purposes. People…

Planning a 4th of July party for your family and friends? Check out these budget friendly 4th of July party ideas.

Budget Friendly 4th of July Party Ideas

Celebrating holidays does not mean that you have to break the bank. Especially for families who are on a budget or are trying to trim down their expenses, there’s no need to go all out for a holiday just because it’s a holiday. We’re going to start sharing more budget friendly party ideas and we’re going to start with budget friendly 4th of July party ideas. I also considered putting this under budget friendly holiday celebrations, so take it as you will- I think either or works, you know? How to Plan a Budget Friendly Party for the 4th of July Budget Friendly Decorating Ideas for the 4th of July Red, white and blue decorations and patriotic decorations come out before Memorial Day, so you…

Maintain your sanity during your summer vacation with these summer family vacation survival tips.

5 Essential Summer Family Vacation Survival Tips

Are you planning a summer vacation with your family? Be sure to check out these essential summer family vacation survival tips.  Summer vacation is a time that you and your family will remember for the rest of your lives. From the best memories, to the tiny disputes, every moment is imprinted in the mind of each individual who was there. When you travel as a group, you will want every person to have equally happy memories. Here are some ways you can tilt the odds in favor of that actually happening by using these summer family vacation survival tips. Essential Summer Family Vacation Survival Tips Attend to Basic Needs A family or group will have a better time in general when no one is sleep-deprived or…