Groundhog Day Activities for Preschoolers

  It’s Groundhog Day! Almost. Let’s get ready to teach our littles about this fun holiday smack dab in the middle of winter with these Groundhog Day activities for preschoolers. Compiled here are worksheets, books, videos, crafts, activities, and snacks to keep your preschoolers as busy as a groundhog come February 2. If you are
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The Greatest Christmas Gift

  “And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold,
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The Gift of Giving

  ‘Tis the season to … be running from store to store to get that one hot item for our kids for Christmas. Sadly, gift-giving has come to focus on gift-getting. Everywhere we take our children they are asked, “What do you want for Christmas?” I wonder what people would think if a six-year-old said,
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Hey Mama Monday: What Are Your Family’s Christmas Traditions, Mama?

  Hey Mama,   Enjoy this season. Stop and look at the lights. Drive through the city or town if you can at night with your family and just make it a point to slow down and take it all in. It’s so pretty right now. Really. Slow down. It will all get done. It
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Hey Mama Monday: Pause. Adore Him this Christmas, Mama

  Hey Mama,   Twelve days until Christmas? Is it possible to slow that down a bit? I wish it were. But the count goes on, and I must fit everything in. This season can be stressful as it adds to our already full lives, but it sure helps if I would remain in a
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Christmas Life Skills

  With Christmas being America’s most-celebrated holiday, there are expectations and responsibilities that come along with the festivities. This is a perfect time to teach our teens and children life skills! Things we adults do like budgeting, scheduling, cooking, baking, menu planning, communicating, and showing hospitality can all be passed on to our sons and
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Hey Mama Monday: Are You Gearing Up for Christmas, Mama?

  Hey Mama,   Kids love to give gifts and make something special for those they love. Sometimes as adults, we forget how special creating gifts can be (and budget friendly–grin!).  Whether you feel like you’re “crafty” or not, you’ll find some great ideas here: -The Old Schoolhouse® holiday supplements here and here -Pinterest for The
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Hey Mama Monday: How to Get Back to School After the Holidays, Mama

  Hey Mama,   I was trying to figure out this week why I was feeling so downcast right about now. Maybe it was because these last holiday weeks: I’ve been sick with a cold and nasty cough. I’ve had lots and lots of visitors. I’ve had some painful relationship issues to deal with. I’ve
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