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How to teach the Ten Commandments to kids with a fun & simple game!

Use this fun mnemonic picture game to teach the ten commandments to kids and help them (and you!) remember them in order. Download, print, and play!

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When I was a child, I attended Primary (that’s what our church calls Sunday School for children) every week. One Sunday, my teacher shared with us some goofy-looking pictures that incorporated the numbers of each of the ten commandments to help us remember them. And you know what? Decades later, I still can tell you all ten commandments in order.

Pictures are powerful teaching tools!

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Awesome gift ideas for kids that cost under $10 (and aren’t junk!)

Great gifts can come in inexpensive packages… In fact, these inexpensive gift ideas for kids are all under $10 and have been long-standing favorites at our house.

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I’m a firm believer that you don’t have to spend a lot of money to make Christmas special for your kids. Yes, sometimes it’s worth investing in good quality items that will last for years and years. But for the most part, kids are happy with simple!

Today, I’m sharing some of the simple, inexpensive gifts that have given us the biggest bang for our buck over the years. They’re all under ten dollars, and yet they’ve become favorite toys and activities of my three kids. No junk toys here that are going to end up in the garbage by Valentine’s Day!

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How to host your own Olympic backyard games + all the printables you need!

Get your family and friends in the Olympic spirit with these simple but oh-so-fun Olympic backyard games. Let the games begin!

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It’s summer Olympics time! Are you excited? While I’m no die-hard athlete, I love admiring the insane level of skill and dedication that Olympic athletes demonstrate.

This year, I wanted to do something a little special to get my kids excited about the games. And once I get an idea…well, there’s no stopping me.

To get everyone in the Olympic spirit I thought it would be fun to host our very own Olympic backyard games, complete with torch relay and opening ceremonies! We decided to invite some of our neighborhood friends (we’re lucky to live in a neighborhood that is bursting with kids), but you could also make this a fun family activity!

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Traveling with Kids: What to do in St. George, Utah

Looking for a great family-friendly vacation destination to spend a long weekend or spring break? Check out St. George, Utah! Here are some can’t-miss fun, free, and memorable activities to do when traveling with kids in St. George!

I have lived in Utah for almost 20 years now, but until this week I had never planned a trip to St. George. Boy have I been missing out!

I have traveled through St. George plenty of times on my way to California (where I grew up), and I’ve even stayed there over night on my way to Zion National Park (a great idea because it’s only an hour away). I’ve always viewed it as a stop on the way to somewhere else rather than a destination in and of itself. But after this week, I understand why it’s a popular spring break destination for Utah families. It’s such a great family-friendly place!

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This blog has always been about finding the many little joys in the midst of a messy, busy, somewhat chaotic life. Well, if ever life was chaotic, the past few months have been a crazy, exhausting tornado.

Three months ago, I had no idea that my first few months of the new decade would involve so many trips to the hospital, hours of reading medical journals, and two surgeries. At one point, I had all sorts of goals for the new year, but I crossed them all out and replaced them with just one:

BEAT CANCER.

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Creative ways to learn with number flashcards

Want to supercharge your child’s math skills? Here are 18 creative and fun ways to use number flashcards to practice basic numeracy and math skills–for toddlers, preschoolers and elementary-age kids!

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Recently I shared a free printable set of number flashcards here on the blog. If you haven’t had a chance to download them yet, go do it!

If you have downloaded them already, yay you! I hope you’re loving them. However, if you aren’t sure how best to use them to help your child learn, keep reading. I’ve got you covered!

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Free Printable Number Flashcards (+ counting cards)

Learning basic math can be fun with the right tools and a little creativity. This set of number flashcards also includes numbers, math symbols, and counting cards, giving you endless possibilities for interactive math learning.

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Last year, I created a set of printable alphabet flashcards to use in practicing alphabet and pre-reading skills with my preschooler. I shared them with my readers along with 23 unconventional (and fun!) ways to learn with alphabet flashcards.

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Traveling with Kids: What to do in (and around) San Francisco

Planning a family vacation to the Bay Area? Here are our favorite things to do in San Francisco with kids–big tourist stops and hidden gems that the whole family will LOVE!San Francisco is my favorite big city in the United States. And yes, I realize that is a big claim. But the truth is, it’s a fabulous city–especially for families with young kids.

If you’ve been around here long, you know I LOVE to travel…and I love sharing my adventures with you! Many of the locations I write about I’ve only been to once or twice, but San Francisco is different. It’s been in my heart since before I can even remember….

Disney World with Kids: Everything you need to know to make the most of your trip

Planning a trip to Disney World with kids can be overwhelming. These essential tips will help you make the most of your time and money while you’re in the “happiest place on earth”.

NOTE: THIS POST INCLUDES AFFILIATE LINKS TO PRODUCTS I HAVE USED AND LOVED, BUT AS ALWAYS FEEL FREE TO SHOP AROUND FOR THE BEST DEALS. SEE MY DISCLOSURE TO LEARN MORE.

Truths about Disney World:

It is magical
It is expensive
It is exhausting
It can be overwhelming to plan

A few weeks ago, we took an epic family vacation to Disney World. Phew…I am TIRED. But, really, we had SO much fun! …

Traveling with Kids: 13 insider tips to make the most of your visit to Sea World

Planning a family trip to Sea World with young kids? Here is everything you need to plan a perfect day at Sea World San Diego–especially for families with little ones. Disclosure: I received complimentary Sea World tickets in exchange for sharing my experience in this post.

Happy summer, everyone! We kicked off summer a little early and took advantage of kindergarten testing week (which really meant that Little Man just didn’t have school) by taking a week-long family trip to San Diego. Ironically, it was colder there than it was at home in Utah (so much for “sunny California”), but we had a fabulous time!
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