by Kati | Jun 6, 2023 | Back To School, Freebies, Homeschooling
You know how it goes… as the summer fun starts to unfold, it doesn’t take long for the kids come in and you hear a mantra of “I’m Bored.” Well I’m here to help you NOT feel like you need a vacation from your summer fun vacation. You just need some awesome summer fun...
by Kati Kiefer | Jun 5, 2023 | Back To School, Homeschooling
Report Card FREEbies & Rewards for Good Grades! End of school is coming soon, and we know you and your kids have worked hard to get through this school year! Did you know that some businesses reward that hard work? We have gathered some fun Report Card FREEbies and...
by Kati Kiefer | Jun 4, 2023 | Back To School, Freebies, Homeschooling
Motivate Your Kids To Read with these 2020 FREE Summer Reading Programs! Keeping kids’ bodies and minds active on summer break are equally important. That’s where summer reading programs come in and for FREE is even better! The three-month summer vacation can make a...
by Kati | May 25, 2023 | Back To School, Meal Planning
Do you need some lunch meal prep ideas? Before I had children, I never really realized how much time I was going to be spending in the kitchen… making lunches.With four kids all going in multiple directions it can quickly become a daunting task. While we homeschool...
by Kati | May 6, 2023 | Back To School, Freebies
by Kati | Aug 20, 2022 | Back To School
The beginning of each school year brings the opportunity to organize and make this year better than last and that includes the box lunch you send your kids to school with each day. Something I struggle with that can use some improvement is making lunches for my kids....
by Kati | Aug 19, 2022 | Back To School, Freebies
If you love binders then you are going to love these FREE Printable Binder Covers! The best thing about binders is that they are wonderful at keeping our lives organized. And they are great for more than just school work. You can use printable binder covers to...
by Kati | Aug 18, 2022 | Back To School
It’s that time of year again and with the kids going back to school. It’s also time for parents to open up their wallets for your back to school supplies list. If you’re like most parents, you’re looking for some great deals to help you save even more on those things...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 17, 2022 | Back To School
Back to School haircuts for kids can get outta control expensive. One time we took our son to get a simple “trim” and it cost over $30. I realize he has curly hair, and that a professional’s time is worth money, but all I could truly think was… this is gonna be all...
by Kati | Aug 16, 2022 | Back To School
A school backpack can be SO stinking expensive! And it can get confusing as to the best way to save money on them. First of all, you need to know that the absolute best price on a school backpack is going to be found AFTER school starts when they are on clearance....
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 15, 2022 | Back To School
Back to school season is just around the corner, and if you’ve been thinking about ways to save some money on your children’s back to school supplies list, you’ve probably considered the Dollar Tree. Shopping for Back to School might not be as easy as you think, in...
by Kati | Aug 14, 2022 | Back To School
It's one holiday we all love! Not all of us can be as lucky as those living in Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, and Oregon, where they have no sales tax. Most other states offer a Back To School Sales Tax Holiday the first weekend in August to alleviate a...
by Kati | Jul 23, 2022 | Back To School
It's Time For A Back To School Tax Free Shopping Weekend! Are you ready for some tax free shopping? Not all of us can be as lucky as those living in Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, and Oregon, where they have no sales tax. Most other states offer a Sales Tax...
by Kati | Aug 24, 2018 | Back To School, Online Deals
Amazon is a great place to find your everyday items, and even those hard to find items, at the best prices. Amazon Prime is terrific too for free shipping and more!! Give it a try for free with Amazon’s FREE 30-day membership. This Clear Over-the-Door Shoe...
by Kati | Aug 2, 2018 | Back To School, FOX Channel 13
7/9/19 Update: This cheat sheet has not been updated for 2019. The second week of July through the last week of August is the season for back-to-school shopping and it's during these 4-6 weeks that we see the absolute lowest price on almost every school and office...
by Kati | Aug 2, 2018 | Back To School
On Tuesday I met up with Jackie Callaway, the Consumer Reporter for ABC Action News to do some school shopping and point out the BEST DEALS for you to get that'll help you save 70%-80% for your family! Tune-In to ABC Action News at 5 pm to watch! Or watch a...
by Kati | Feb 28, 2018 | Back To School, Recipes
Ham and Cheese Bento Box School Lunch Recipe Ready for a School Lunch Idea? Take that boring Ham and Cheese Sandwich to a new level with this Beach Themed Ham and Cheese Bento Boxed Lunch Recipe! Your kids won't be trading this lunch with their friends! This is a...
by Kati | Jan 1, 2018 | Back To School, Recipes
Pepperoni Pizza Bento Boxed Lunch My kids love pizza but it's hard to send that to school with them as a boxed lunch. This Pepperoni Pizza Bento Boxed Lunch idea makes it so easy! The ingredients for this Bento Box lunch idea are pretty simple! You can season the...
by Kati | Aug 6, 2017 | Back To School, MailChimp, Online Deals
Amazon is a great place to find your every day items, and even those hard to find items, at the best prices. Amazon Prime is terrific too for free shipping and more!! Give it a try for free with Amazon's FREE 30 day membership. School is Back and I Need Easy Meals! I...
by Kati | Jul 28, 2017 | Back To School
Back To School Supplies Stock Up Price List The second week of July through the last week of August is the season for back-to-school shopping and it's during these 4-6 weeks that we see the absolute lowest price on almost every school and office supply imaginable....
by Kati | Aug 5, 2016 | Back To School, FOX Channel 13, In the News
This past week Jackie Callaway, the Consumer Reporter for ABC Action News came over to my house for a visit to get all of my tips for shopping for Back To School Supplies and Office Supplies during the coming Sales Tax Holiday. Tune-In to ABC Action News at 6:00 pm to...
by Kati | Aug 2, 2016 | Back To School
Backpacks can be SO stinking expensive! And it can get confusing as to the best way to save money on them. My gauge is to try and save 50%-70% off the sticker price. First, the absolutely best prices on backpacks are found AFTER school starts when they are on...
by Kati | Jul 28, 2016 | Back To School
Shop TAX FREE for School Supplies! Not all of us can be as lucky as those living in Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, and Oregon, where they have no sales tax. Most other states offer a Sales Tax Holiday the first weekend in August. The Tax Exemption typically...
by Kati | Aug 26, 2014 | Back To School, Online Deals
Sooner or later just about everything goes on sale. Knowing when items are at their lowest prices and buying them before you need them is a shopping technique that can save you hundreds of dollars every year on all kinds of items from groceries to gifts! The month of...
by Kati | Aug 6, 2014 | Back To School, Recipes
DIY Uncrustables Recipe Have your kids tried those Smuckers Uncrustables Sandwiches? Well, now you can make them at home and they can take them to school for a fraction of the cost! You'll need the Sandwich Cutter and Sealer Tool if you don't already have one. You'll...
by Kati | Jul 15, 2014 | Back To School
As Back to School approaches, what should you be paying for all those necessary school supplies? How do you know when the sale is really a good price, or just a marketing ploy? Just A Buck: Markers, Colored Pencils, Scissors, Binders & Dividers – Colored pencils...
by Kati | Feb 13, 2014 | Back To School, Recipes
Homemade Pop Tarts Recipe with Nutella I don't know about your family but everyone in ours loves a warm pop tart right out of the toaster! Try this recipe and make your own at home! Homemade Pop Tarts Recipe with Nutella Prep Time: 2 hoursCook Time: 30 minutesTotal...
by Kati | Aug 28, 2012 | Back To School, DIY
Having trouble getting the kids to eat healthy snacks at school and after they come home? Here's an cute idea to try! Materials: 1/2 pipe cleaner — $0.04 1 clothespin — $0.04 1 snack baggie — $0.04 2 wiggle eyes — $0.08 Dab of glitter glue — $0.05 Instructions: STEP...
