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Book recommendation
Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Sunny
Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story

Recently my book group read Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, and I was inspired to work hard and be better. The autobiography (well, he had help from Cecil Murphey, but I don’t know if that makes it a biography … Continue reading →

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Most Intriguing History Book Series for Kids and Adults

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Heidi

Way back in April 2011, I posted about two history books, one of which I had heard about and not yet read. Okay, so now we are reading it, and I LOVE it!! I give it raving reviews and recommend … Continue reading →

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A Better Way To Praise America

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Heidi
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This may be a bit of a “soap-stand” post, but as moms with children in school, I believe I may be speaking to a wide audience of readers that have the same concern and the same ability as I to … Continue reading →

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Making a Reader out of your Child

Posted on October 12, 2012 by Janae

I have 2 kids who absolutely LOVE to read. In fact, if you were to visit our house, you would hear at times (I’m sorry to admit), the following words coming out of my mouth, “Put the book down. It’s … Continue reading →

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Learn a Phrase in Chinese

Posted on September 10, 2012 by Sunny
"hao" the Chinese character that means "Good"

My high school junior is in Chinese 3 this year, and I have not taken advantage of this learning opportunity as much as I would like. Chinese is the hot language to learn nowadays. So here’s what I’m going to … Continue reading →

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Back-to-School Homework for Parents

Posted on August 27, 2012 by Sunny

One thing I don’t enjoy about beginning the school year is the piles of paperwork the kids bring home for me to do. Emergency cards, volunteer surveys, and most of all, (we get this most with the middle schoolers) the … Continue reading →

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DIY Backpack Tags

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Kerri
DIY BackPack Tags

Consider this DYI Backpack Tag as an alternative to writing your child’s name on the backpack with a permanent marker. Continue reading →

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School Lunch Box Jokes & Notes

Posted on August 15, 2012 by Kerri
Just what I've been looking for. Printable Jokes to put in my kids' lunches for school!

Free Printable Jokes and Notecards! Brighten your child’s lunch hour with a smile and a laugh! Continue reading →

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GIVEAWAY! Back to School Essentials: SqueeZurts

Posted on August 9, 2012 by Cheri

LIKE SqueeZurts on Facebook! It’s time for school, which means it is time for school lunches! This year, send a little fun (and a lot of nutrition) to school with your child with SqueeZurts: The ORIGINAL Reusable, Refillable Squeeze Snack … Continue reading →

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Fun Dry Erase Worksheets

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Cheri

Have you noticed that Five Real Moms seems to be on vacation? Well, in truth, most of us either have been or are getting ready be on vacation. Sorry for our lack of posting. We’re glad we’re missed! We just … Continue reading →

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