Our kids have been back in school for about 2 weeks now which means the lovely viruses will be making their way into our home. One of my friends’ schools actually sent home a note from the nurse saying that usually within the first 2 weeks of school, kids will start getting sick as theyRead More
As we all say goodbye to summer and are getting the kids ready to go back to school, sometimes parents have concerns when it comes to making the transition. We worry about our kids dealing with separation or if their teacher will understand their needs. The first day of school brings a whole swarm ofRead More
Gearing up for Back to School can be time consuming, expensive and stressful – but it doesn’t have to be if you follow a few helpful tips. Online shopping expert Michelle Madhok can help you save hours, dollars and the headaches of visiting multiple stores and waiting in long lines with her back to schoolRead More
My 7 yr. old takes his lunch to school everyday and everyday I break out the plastic baggies. Our family has become more aware over the years of the environment and how we can take care of it better, but there is definitely more we can do. Sometimes, it’s the little things. We can’t installRead More
Here’s a “toy” for us organizational freaks. Actually, even if you aren’t much into organization and see it as an art form like some of us , it’s great to start out Back to School time with some of your ducks in a row. Have you ever purchased school supplies only to find out laterRead More
For those of you who have older kids heading back to school, they might just have a flash drive on their supply list. I know both of our older kids have had those requested before. Instead of purchasing them the typical flash drives, how about one of these new MIMOBOT designer flash drives from Mimoco.Read More
We are getting so close to being done with back to school shopping! We have most of the clothes purchased and we are finishing up with the supplies this weekend. Phew! If you have kids who get to use a locker for the first time this year, it’s a pretty exciting (and sometimes nerve wracking)Read More
Unfortunately Back to School time also means “Back to Germs” for many kids and parents. A new study by the American Medical Association indicates that the nation’s school kids will miss nearly 22 million schooldays due to the germs they bring home from school – and their parents will miss another 126 million workdays. ARead More
Have you purchased any back to school supplies for the kids yet? I’ll admit it. I am putting it off even though I know I shouldn’t! I’m avoiding it like the plague! Between the stress of how much it’s going to cost and just the overwhelming time it can take to find the best dealsRead More
More Back to School sales, but this time it’s from Wal-mart. They are having sales on back to school essentials, school uniforms and awesome Hello Kitty products. Oh how I love Hello Kitty! Smart Savings on Back-to-School Essentials at Walmart.com! School Uniforms: George – Boys’ Short-Sleeve Polo Shirts, 4-Pack George – Boys’ Flat Front Shorts,Read More
The Back to School sales are in full swing! Here are the latest ones from Kmart, which includes savings on just about everything, plus free shipping. FREE Shipping on Back-to-School & Back-to-Campus orders of $49 or more with code EPIC2011 7/25-7/28 Back to School Savings on Apparel: 20% off Kids French Toast School Uniforms +Read More
You can hear the groans across the country. Summer has barely begun and already retailers are holding back-to-school sales. Toys R Us actually started their sales July 1, with an end date of July 23. The National Retail Federation says some sales may continue through August, but there might not be the same selection. That’sRead More
Here in the Austin, TX area, we are just a little over a month away from Back to School time. I know. I can’t believe it myself! We have some great guest bloggers and back to school products (yes, giveaways too!) lined up and we can’t wait to share it all with you. Keep aRead More
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