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{Christmas Bucket List} Free Printable!

11/29/12 | Christmas, Free Printable, Holidays

It's almost December!  Can you believe it?  I really strive to do fun things with my kids during this time of year, and sometimes it just gets so crazy that we don't have time for everything!  That's why I made this Christmas Bucket List.  This way I can frame it, and my kids won't let me forget about it.How to use it:1. Download yours:  8x10 Version Here---- 8.5x11 ...

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General Conference Ideas for Kids {How to get your kids to Listen}

03/07/12 | Uncategorized

Conference is one of my favorite things to look forward to. I love the inspiration the talks give to me and how much they help me in my life. I really want my children to understand how important Conference is and I want them to get something out of it too. Even if they don't remember the talks, maybe they will remember how they felt inside while they were listening. I want them to remember ...

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Organize Yourselves Checklist

05/26/11 | cleaning tips, Organize, Parenting

I made a checklist for my house today and thought I'd share! I am planning on using it for: 1. An organized shopping list. Red will be for Fruits, Green for Veggies, Orange for Health and Beauty, Blue for freezer items. etc. 2. A Daily to do list divided into Outside, Inside, Kids, Work etc. 3. Divided checklists for the children. You can download your own HERE! Enjoy! ...

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A list of chores for certain ages of children

10/20/09 | cleaning tips, Kids Crafts and Coloring

I have taught my children to work from the time they were big enough to walk! There is no reason a child should not be taking care of their things as early as possible. Here are some things that I have done to teach my children how to help out around the house.... - As soon as they can walk, they are throwing away their own diapers. With a huge HOORAY from the family, they learn that work can be ...

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New Thanksgiving Traditions to Start with Your Family (with Free Printables!)

11/17/25 | Family, Family Activities, Free Printable, Holidays, Printables, Thanksgiving, traditions

Thanksgiving Traditions for Families including free printables

Making the Holidays Feel Fresh—Without Ditching the Mashed Potatoes Thanksgiving can be such a beautiful day of connection and gratitude... or it can feel like a whirlwind of cooking, cleaning, and “Wait, did anyone remember to defrost the turkey?” If you’ve ever felt like the holiday is over before you really got to enjoy it, you’re not alone, mama. That’s why I’ve put together a few ...

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The Perfect Staycation This Summer: Easy Ideas for Family Fun at Home

07/12/25 | DIY, Family Activities, Free Printable, How To, Parenting, Parties, Printables, Summer

How to plan a staycation at home this summer

Let’s Make This Summer One to Remember—Without Leaving Town! This post contains affiliate links, Please see our privacy policy for more information. Hey mama! Summer is here, and if you’re anything like me, your calendar is already filling up with playdates, BBQs, and a whole lot of "I'm bored!" from the kids. While we all dream of tropical getaways and beach resorts, sometimes the best ...

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Hi, I’m Annette Belnap! I’m a mom of five, wife to a paraglider, preschool teacher for 20+ years, daycare owner, and a YouTube Preschool Teacher. Here on the blog, I share real-life parenting tips, easy family recipes, fun printables, and mom hacks that actually work. Let’s make the chaos a little more joyful—together!

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