What Teachers Really Want I'm often asked, "What do teachers really want for a gift? As a teacher and a mom, I recognize the dilemma. What type of gift does a teacher actually appreciate? There seems to be so many occasions for gift giving: holidays, Teacher Appreciation Week. Let me give you the honest truth! Most of us really, really don't expect anything, but it is so nice to be appreciated! Isn't that what anyone wants? To be recognized for a job well done. Teachers are our … [Read more...]
Teacher Appreciation Questionnaire {free printable}
Looking for the perfect teacher appreciation gift? We already know what teachers really want and it's not any more apples or ceramic figurines. This little gem of a teacher appreciation gift is another idea that is free and priceless! It's time to interview your kids and see what they think the facts are about their teachers. Kids believe the funniest things! Think about the wonderful, adorable interviews you've received for Mother's Day! Your child's teacher took the time to … [Read more...]
Pay It Forward Ideas
The Meaning of Pay It Forward Looking for a fun way to "Pay It Forward"? I believe that small acts of kindness can change the world. It's wonderful to find small ways to make someone's day. A smile, a card, or a little gift in the mail! These may be kind acts that you do with or without your children. Either way, they show great LOVE! Related Post: Love Languages for Kids: Gifts My Pay It Forward Idea In January, I invited/challenged the Facebook readers of Busy Kids = Happy Mom to … [Read more...]
Elf on the Shelf Arrival
Elf on the Shelf Arrival Ideas Are you looking for a fresh new Elf on the Shelf Arrival? We've done some creative ones before.... the mailbox, a "hot air" balloon. But this one is my favorite. It's simple and is a great way to launch your December with the Elf. Welcome Back Elf on the Shelf! We're a little Elf crazy around here! Now that we've been doing Elf antics for several years we have a bunch of fun Elf on the Shelf ideas. The problem is, it's getting harder and harder to come … [Read more...]
Christmas Scavenger Hunt with Clues
All of the hours put into writing gift lists, shopping, thinking, wrapping, and planning for the big day. Then Christmas morning comes and...Poof! The Christmas gifts have all been opened in a blink of an eye. What to do? Sometimes the last gift on Christmas morning can be a little anti-climactic.... for both the parents and the child. Parents like to call this Christmas activity idea... "How to Make Opening Presents Last Just a Little Bit Longer!" Or... Christmas Scavenger Hunt The … [Read more...]
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