WeAreTeachers Blog Hop
WeAreTeachers Blog Hop WeAreTeachers is sponsoring a Blog Hop showcasing educational toys for Christmas. I choose a favorite! Just hop from blog to blog to see the top toy choices from educators around the nation. Collect the clues at the end of each blog for a chance to win a prize! The Blog Hop begins…
Read MoreThankful Hearts for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time for families to gather, celebrating with thankful hearts. To grow an attitude of gratitude in your family, recognize both the large and small gifts in life. When we notice and point out the blessings to one another we set the stage for thankfulness. Be intentional about how you’ll portray gratitude at…
Read MoreApple Pie, An American Favorite
For Election Day, what’s more American than apple pie for dessert? This recipe is a lot of fun for kids as it’s made in small foil pie pans. Enjoy! All American Mini Apple Pie 2 apples 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/4 tsp. lemon juice 2 tbsp. sugar 1 tbsp. water refrigerated pie crust Press crust into…
Read MoreKids, Sleep, & Daylight Savings Time
November 4, 2012…Daylight Savings Time ends. One extra hour of sleep! Get your kids ready for the time change and a new bedtime routine. This and other vlogs may be found at http://www.youtube.com/BeckyDanielson. What’s special about the bedtime routine at your house? I’d love to hear about it!
Read MoreHalloween
One of the more common questions parents ask in parenting seminars regards discipline, more specifically for tips on parenting as a team. It’s great to see moms and dads looking for methods to improve their relationship, provide secure boundaries for their children, and become a united front for their kids. Halloween is a good time…
Read MoreElection Day 2012
A sign of autumn is election time. Ads are in full-force on the television. Yard signs and bumper stickers endorse various candidates. Mailboxes are flooded with political mailings. Emotions can run high in families and between friends. The whole process can be confusing for children. In discussing the upcoming election with your kids, take into…
Read MoreSpark Imagination & Conversation
Books spark the imagination of a child and can also ignite conversations dealing with issues of morals, values, and faith. Snuggle up with your children and a few good books. Becky’s Family Favorites for Fall Pumpkin Pumpkin by Jeanne Titherington, Tractor Mac at Harvest Time by Billy Steersh, Harvest Time by Mercer Mayer, Apple Picking Time by Michele B.…
Read MoreAcorn Shortbread Cookies
My dear friend Denise offered me a cookie at church last week. Not only was it delicious but cute as can be for this time of year. Acorn Shortbread Cookies, sweet shortbread dipped in chocolate and nuts or festive sprinkles. The cookies look like acorns with the caps still attached! This is a great recipe…
Read MoreMini Pizzas
Pizza! Really, who doesn’t like pizza? Deep dish, thin crust, hand tossed. And all the choices for toppings! According to “Your Guide to Pizza” most kids list pizza as their favorite food when asked. Here are a few more bits of pizza trivia. PIZZAS • Pepperoni is American’s favorite topping, with over 36% of all…
Read MoreHarvest Time Fun for Families
Pumpkins, apples, football, leaves…all signs of AUTUMN. Plan a few adventures for your family this fall. Need a quick recipe for Apple Crisp? This is a favorite at my house. I hope your family enjoys it too! This and other vlogs may be found at http://www.youtube.com/BeckyDanielson.
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