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Cheap Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Kids

Christmas really takes a big chunk out of our budgets. The little ones especially expect a lot of gifts. Aside from the usual gifts, you also need to think about that stocking hanging over the fireplace. For you to stay within budget, it’s ideal to get cheap stocking stuffers. Here are a few great ideas [...]

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The Day my Son Got a Doll

The following article is an interesting one about boys and dolls, and I love that the author submitted it. Did you know that you could share your parenting stories on this blog? You can submit your stories anonymously or with your name attached – use this form here! **************************************** When my son Sam was 3, [...]

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Get Your Kids Gardening

Gardening is a great hobby no matter how old you are, but it holds special benefits for children. It engages them on every level, from planning to planting, to maintenance, harvesting the food, and enjoying it. Planting a garden will help them learn about nutrition and science- without them even realizing it! Here are some [...]

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My Future Mugshot

There have been a few instances over the last ten years during which I’ve seen, in my mind’s eye, what my mugshot might look like. Hair askew or in a greasy ponytail, dark circles under my eyes, no make-up, staring into space like a zombie. Or, pretty much how I look every other day. Because [...]

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Five Great Reading Games For Kids

Reading standards amongst kids have dropped in the UK over the last twenty years. Last year, in the Government’s own primary school reading test, it was found that only 32 per cent of  300 pupils aged six years passed the test. When they come to the end of primary education, children aged 11 and above [...]

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