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November 9, 2022

Random Acts of Christmas Kindness Advent Calendar

You want to raise kind kids who care about others. You want to slow down and be more present during the holiday season. You want to make Christmas memories that your kids will look back on with a smile. You just want to finish your Christmas shopping before Christmas Eve. Feel like you should be focusing more on spreading kindness with your kids but don't know how to fit it all in? The answer could be as simple as downloading a … [Read more...]

November 28, 2021

Delivery Driver Lotto Ticket Thank You Printables

Delivery drivers are some of the real rock stars of the year! We wanted to something nice to thank all the drivers who were coming to our house this month. As we were discussing how lucky we were to have them we decided lotto tickets would be the perfect way to say thanks. We created 3 different free printable delivery driver thank you signs that you can download and print to use at your house too. Printable has been updated for 2021 when you … [Read more...]

November 19, 2020

2020 Random Acts of Kindness Christmas Calendar

Doing 24 random acts of Christmas kindness is the best way to count down to Christmas! Even in 2020. Yes, things may look a little different.  Yes, some of the more fun ideas may have to wait until another time. But there are still so many ways you can spread a kindness in your community this year! Making Acts of Kindness Safe for 2020 So many things have had to be adapted or changed this year and RACKs are no different. If you … [Read more...]

November 6, 2020

Make ABC Practice Fun with a Christmas Stocking Game

There's no denying that the holiday season is here. What better way to combine the excitement of Christmas than with this Christmas Stocking Game that's full of ABC Practice Fun. Not only does it get your toddler working on their fine motor skills and creativity, but it also has them creating and then using what they've made as well. So many times there are things that children whip up and leave sitting on the shelf.  Not this ABC Practice … [Read more...]

November 26, 2019

These Homemade Ornaments Will Make You Smile for Years

Homemade Play Dough Ornaments are the best. Not only do you and your child get to spend time creating together, but then you'll have something to show for it by hanging them on your tree. Buying ornaments at the store is fine, but I can honestly say that creating and crafting together as a family tops buying them any old day. Plus, these ornaments are great for a wide variety of ages. Early learners up to adults can have fun creating their very own … [Read more...]

November 7, 2019

Silly Thanksgiving Jokes to Make Your Kids Laugh

If you're looking for some super-silly Thanksgiving jokes that are certain to have everyone cracking up, you're going to love these great free printables.  One of the biggest perks of being together during the holidays happens to be the food and the conversations. But this Thanksgiving holiday, it's time to let your children take it up a notch and try out their delivery and timing with jokes.  The best part about these hilarious … [Read more...]

October 1, 2019

Make This Yummy Halloween Treat in Just Minutes

Boo! Halloween is just around the corner! The decorations, the costumes, the parties, the treats. It's such a fun time of year for both kids and adults. The decorations, the costumes, the parties, the treats. It's also such a busy time of year for parents and teachers.   Don't let your to do list keep you from joining in on the fun of the season. This yummy Halloween treat can be made in just minutes and is sure to make your kids … [Read more...]

January 23, 2019

Super Cute Free Printable Starburst Candy Valentines

Awesome free printable Starburst candy valentine toppers!

How do you feel about homemade valentines? I'll confess when my kids were in preschool we loved to make them together. We had so much time and it was a fun activity to do together. But then one went to elementary school. And then two. And then we were sending in valentines for their class and the class next door! My kids loved making them, but it started to become one more thing on our to do list, instead of a fun way to spread joy to their … [Read more...]

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