What to Watch on Thanksgiving

Though we mostly associate Thanksgiving with family and food, there’s another aspect of Thanksgiving that’s become just as much a part of my traditions. And that would be television. Oh yes. For example, I start my day by watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade. Then I wait (sometimes patiently) for football to start. But surely there are other options, right? What about the non-football fans or those who don’t like parades? Or if you’re a sports junkie or a parade junkie, wouldn’t you like to know what channel to tune into? I did a little digging and I’ve come up with a list of what to watch on Thanksgiving. Hopefully this gives you a helping hand. . On Netflix: Friends Thanksgiving Episodes For the animal…

My Manners Printable Pack for Young Children

My Manners Printable Pack for Young Children

I have plans to do a few sets of printable packs based on social concepts. I’ve already done two on feelings and emotions, but I wanted to get into other realms as well. So, to start I’m going to share a printable pack based on manners. It’s something that we’re working on with Squeaker and with Sweet B. With Squeaker, it’s using words like “please, thank you, and excuse me” while with Sweet B, it’s working on sign languages for “please, and thank you”. I think, however, that this free manners flash card set will be useful for both of them.  Tips for Teaching Manners to Younger Kids As a parent, you have a lot of different things to focus on, from making sure they…

Happy Thanksgiving Printable Pack

I had hoped to get this out earlier but well, things happen! Still, I couldn’t let the opportunity to pass to share my free Happy Thanksgiving printable pack with you. This expands on one of the very first printable packs that I made, my Thanksgiving Fun tot pack. I’ve included so much more in this pack and I’m really happy with how it turned out. Granted, it’s not a full mega pack like I had hoped it would be, but I’m definitely pleased with it and hope that you’ll enjoy it. What you get in this set: Coloring pages Printable masks Letter Identification pages Tracing Matching pages Same or Different pages Matching cards Copywork This pack was meant to accompany the book, Happy First Thanksgiving…

Delicious Holiday Coffee Drinks

I have received information and materials from JOHNSON & JOHNSON CONSUMER, Inc., McNeil Nutritionals, LLC Subsidiary the makers of LACTAID®. The opinions stated are my own. This is a sponsored post. One of my favorite things at this time of the year, is to curl up on the couch with a hot beverage and watch one of my favorite Christmas movies. Or football… or a cooking show. Point being, I like to curl up on the couch with my favorite hot beverage of choice. Those same hot beverages keep me going through present wrapping, decking the halls, and online shopping. However, prior to this, I always had to rely on dairy based creamers or creamers that would induce migraines. Not really something I want to…

Benefits of Crafts for Autistic Children

Benefits of Crafts for Autistic Children

Though I’ve probably done more crafts and activities with Squeaker, I’ve wanted to try more crafts with Sweet B. She does projects at school that seem simple enough to expand on at home. I’ve also thought of going with an easier route and buying kits to do projects with her instead. This seems to be easier, on both her and me, so when I had the opportunity to try out two products from Cool Brands, I was pretty excited. One of the main reasons that I want to do more crafts and projects with her, aside from spending time together, is to work on her fine motor skills. I think that arts and crafts are of great benefit for any child, but especially for someone…

Shopping Tips for Black Friday

I have a confession: I hate shopping. Yes, I am female and yes, I mean it- I hate shopping. At least for certain things like toys and clothes. Books, different story, but overall? I cannot stand shopping. I dislike shopping malls and if I can buy what I need from the comfort of my own home- great. But what about this time of the year when Black Friday rolls around? Well, that’s almost enough to entice me because I love saving money. However, I’m still not gung-ho about Black Friday or shopping on Black Friday. But, if you are one of those who enjoys the thrill of Black Friday shopping or if you’re just venturing out for the first time; I’m sharing some shopping tips…