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The Secret to a Stress-Free School Morning Routine for Kids

cone-shaped snack bags filled with candy to look like a pencil.

Pencil Treat Bags

homeschool room with polka dot decor

Personalize Your Homeschool Room for Back to School with Cricut

kids laptop craft to commemorate virtual learning

Back to School Laptop Craft

30 Kid-Made Teacher Appreciation Gifts

30 Kid-Made Teacher Appreciation Gifts

Back to School Interview Card – “About Me” Apple Craft

Back to School Interview Card – “About Me” Apple Craft

You're guaranteed to be the "cool" parent when you know all the girls backpack trends for 2018 that your daughter will love!

Must-Have Girls Backpack Trends for 2018

An easy and healthy soccer themed kids lunch that's a guaranteed hit with little fútbol fans! Ready in minutes & provides lasting energy for the school day.

Healthy Soccer Themed Kids Lunch

Never lose an important school paper again with this DIY school organization binder (for parents!)

School Organization Binder for Parents (with FREE Printable!)

Even if you're naturally a night owl, you can still be a morning person with these five simple tricks to start your day the right way.

5 Ways to Be a Morning Person (When You’re Not)

What goes around, comes around! This fall, it's all about fun & functional retro style! 5 of the latest girls trends inspired by the best of decades past.

5 Fall Girls Trends that will Bring Back All the Memories

The average educator spends $500 of their own money every year. 7 things teachers need (in their own words) from parents to make the school year a success.

7 Things Teachers Need from Parents Every School Year

Outlet malls and factory stores are an awesome tool to save money on just about anything — if you know the tricks to shop smart!

How to Save Maximum Money at Outlet Malls & Factory Stores

Make life easier and get out the door in a jiffy with these school morning hacks for families! Kids lunch ideas, packing checklist, easy hair styles & more!

School Morning Hacks to Get Out the Door…Fast!

Fall clothing shopping for the kids doesn't have to break the bank! These 5 simple tips will help you get the most for your back to school clothes budget.

How to Maximize Your Back to School Clothes Budget