When stuck at home, as we all are, there seems to be endless rounds of, “Mom, I’m bored!” Today we’re fixing that complaint with this creative checklist that I have clipped and posted around my home. Acronyms are easy ways for my children (and me) to remember activities to keep themselves busy and energized during the free time. Get your free No More "Mom, I'm Bored!" printable here, then read on for TONS of ideas for each … [Read more...]
Parenting Hack: Camp Invention
It's officially June- have you booked your kids' camps yet? Before you put the final touches on that summer calendar, I want to tell you about an amazing STEM camp that I am SUPER excited to once again partner with, Camp Invention®. HEADS UP: MPMK readers can use promo code FINAL10 to save $10 on your Camp Invention registration! This camp is a standout from other STEM summer programs because it's the only one affiliated with the National Inventors Hall of Fame® (NIHF) in partnership with the … [Read more...]
Summer Budget Bucket List: 25 Ideas that Don’t Cost a Lot of Money
I'm all about the bucket lists. Let me re-phrase that...I'm all about lists in general. Maybe it's the first grade teacher in me? I have found that lists help me stay on task, focus and get things done. So, when it comes to summer fun, of course I would make a bucket list. Summer seems to go as quickly as it comes. I want to make sure that we soak up every moment of enjoyment. The only problem is that I don't have endless amounts of cash to spend on amusement … [Read more...]
Online Summer Classes for Kids that are Perfect for Down Time
If you're like me, this summer you might find yourself desperately needing something to fill the space between the trips to the pool and the park play dates. Sure, it's great to spend time outside and get all the energy out. But, summer is long. There are a lot of hours in the day and parents are like cruise ship directors in the summer. Kids want to know, what are we eating and what are we doing next? We've rounded up a list of 9 different free online summer classes that you can use … [Read more...]
“Camp Mom” Post-Memorial Day Sale!
Since last weekend was the official kick-off to summer, what better time to have a sale on our Camp Mom eBook and activities pack? POST - MEMORIAL DAY SALE: Get Yours Now for $11.99 $9.99 Here's more info. on what Camp Mom is all about... What's on your spring break and summer vacation bucket lists this year? How about the simple goal of entertaining the kids with some good 'ol fashion at-home fun? Sounds like a good plan, right? But scouring the web to find activities to … [Read more...]
Summer Sale: Buy “Camp Mom” and Get the POYEL eBook for 80% Off!
What's on your summer bucket list this year? How about the simple goal of slowing down and entertaining the kids with some engaging and hands-on activities? And what if you could even check some stuff off your own "To Do" list as well? Sounds like a good plan, right? But scouring the web to find activities to fill the days just takes way too long. If you’re like me, you need simple ideas that will be successful for all of the kids - and lots of them. Activities that will allow for … [Read more...]
Free Printable: No More “Mom, I’m Bored!”
Big announcement today guys - we've got ourselves a new MPMK contributor! MJ is an amazing graphic artist who's going to be creating a bunch of lovely printables for us in the coming months. She's also an endlessly creative blogger and mom of three just like me! (The mom of three part - I can only strive to her levels of artistry.) Check out all the good stuff she's got going on at her blog Pars Caeli, then be sure to come back here for the free printable - you're going to love it. I … [Read more...]