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17 Simple Gifts Kids Can Make

If you have young kids, they probably love getting gifts. But how about giving? Kids actually love to make and give gifts.The best part of DIY gifts is they are usually very budget-friendly. And in these cases, they are gifts that friends, parents, grandparents, teachers, and neighbors will enjoy …

Baby Gear on a Budget: What You Really Need

Inside: Expecting a baby and overwhelmed by all the stuff? Find out how to stay on budget with baby gear you really need and what you can skip. Babies can be so much fun! You may enjoy picking out names and figuring out paint colors for the bedroom and enjoy the thoughts of snuggling with a fresh …

10 Easy Ways to Save Money on Kids’ Clothes

Inside: Children are expensive, but their clothes don't need to be. Find out easy ways to rein in expenses and save money on kids' clothes. With kids, the expenses seem to never end. It may be hard to save money on daycare or healthcare, but clothes are an expense we have more control …

Baby on the Way? Savvy Money Tips for New Parents

Inside: You'll find tips on how to get your finances ready for adding children to the family. Adding children to the family is a time of great joy. It can also be very stressful. And when “mommy brain” kicks in (it’s a thing), you’ll forget some of the background tasks that need to be done. …

Great Gifts for Grade School Boys

Inside: You’ll find a list of great gifts for grade school boys. Stuck trying to figure out gift ideas for your son or nephew? Here you’ll find a list of gifts for elementary aged boys (roughly ages 5-11). My son has had and loved many of these gifts (and still plays with most of them) and …

Great Gifts for Grade School Girls

Inside: You’ll find a list of great gifts for elementary aged girls. Stuck trying to figure out gift ideas for your niece, family friend, or even your daughter? Here you’ll find a list of gifts for elementary aged girls, roughly ages 5-11. My daughter has loved the same or similar gifts, so I …

How Having a Phone Helps My Child Manage Money

Inside: Find out how having a cell phone can help your child learn to manage money. It started in grade school. My son came home and said some of his friends had iPhones. They apparently needed them to call their parents, but usually play games on them. Oh, and could he get …

How to Afford Kids’ Activities on a Budget

Inside: Extracurricular activities can be expensive, especially if you have multiple children. Here we have tips on how to afford kids' activities on a budget. Providing rich experiences and letting your children try new things is something most parents want to do. Maybe you’ll discover your …

Great Summer Reading List Ideas for Your Tween

Inside: We have a great list of books for your middle schooler as well as resources to make your own reading list for kids of any age. Do you struggle with ideas on how to keep your kids busy over the summer? Or even keep them interested in reading? Our local library system has an annual …

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