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  • Picture of a hot dog mostly wrapped in a cooked crescent roll. The small bit of hot dog showing at the top has a mustard smiley face drawn on it. The word 'Boo' is also written to the right in mustard. This is all on top of a white plate, which is on top of a wooden counter top. It is surrounded with a light blue background. In the bottom right corner are the words, "Hot Dog Mummies!"
    Holiday,  Recipes

    Hot Dog Mummies- A Fun & Fast Halloween Meal!

    November 27, 2023 /

    Even though Halloween was almost an entire month ago, I’m just now getting around to posting about these cute little hot dog mummies! Its tradition at our house to have them each year right around Halloween, but they’d also be a fun homeschool lunch during an Egypt unit. Read on to see how easy it can be to play with your food! Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and making a purchase I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you. Playing with your food- Hot Dog Mummies! As I said above, I’ve been making these simple little mummies for my kids every…

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    30 More Great Dinner Ideas!

    November 27, 2023 /

    Stumped when trying to find dinner ideas the entire family will enjoy? Check out 30 MORE dinner ideas for families from The Chaos Manager! These recipes range in cuisine, as well as how long they take to make- but the one thing they have in common is that your entire family will like them! Looking for the original 30 Dinner ideas? They’re all right here. Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and making a purchase, I may make a small commission at NO extra cost to you! 30 More Dinner Ideas Below are links to my own recipes, recipes I’ve found and tested from other sites,…

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    The Perfect Slow Cooker Dump Recipe for Easy Buffalo Chicken Soup!

    November 26, 2023 /

    Looking for an easy meal the entire family will love? Look no further than this quick and simple slow cooker recipe for Buffalo Chicken Soup. The spice level is adjustable so there’s no need to make different meals for the spice adverse (like me!). Go straight to recipe Some links on this page are affiliate links. By clicking on them and making a purchase, I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you! Thanks for your support. Nothing makes me happier than a true ‘set it and forget it’ kind of recipe. This is one of those! Once all of the ingredients are in the slow cooker…

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    My Top 10 Favorite Toys to Gift!

    November 21, 2023 /

    Are you looking for the perfect toy for a favorite kiddo in your life? These are my top 10 favorite toys to gift at the moment. Nothing too messy or loud in the bunch! Scroll on for links and photos. Some links on this page may be affiliate links. As such, if you click on the link and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you! This list of my favorite toys to gift caters to a range of age groups. Everything on the list is gender neutral and will make great hand-me-downs to the next kid in the family as well! These…

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    If you Give a Dog a Donut-Resources & Curriculum Ideas

    November 13, 2023 /

    Everyone loves the Laura Numeroff classic, ‘If you Give a Mouse a Cookie’, but did you know this book has spun off into an entire series of stories? Preschoolers will love ‘If you Give a Dog a Donut’ and I’ve got some fun new curriculum ideas to pair with the book. Keep reading to see all of the possibilities. Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and making a purchase I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support! If you Give a Dog a Donut In order to teach this lesson, you’ll first and foremost need the book! Here’s…

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    Using the DAS Pass in Disney World- A Step-by-Step Guide

    November 6, 2023 /

    Have you heard of the DAS Pass but not sure what it is? If you’re traveling to Walt Disney World (or Land) and have members of your party who may find it difficult to spend a day in the Parks, then keep reading! For the purposes of this article I will only be referring to Disney World since I have personal experience with those Parks. Disneyland also uses this system. The overseas Parks operate differently. Updated September 2024: This past summer, Disney Parks changed their DAS process to dramatic response. I did not want to update this post until I had experienced the changes myself. This July we visited Disneyland…

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    November 3, 2023 /

    Looking for a place to escape crowded Broadway Street or the heat of Nashville? Look no further than the Frist Art Museum! With a surprisingly large children’s area it was a great place to spend a morning with the family. Some links are affiliate links. By clicking on them and making a purchase, I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you! Crayola on Amazon If you’ve been following along, you know that we were “assigned” to be in Nashville, Tennessee during the summer for a dance competition. When searching for ‘things to do with kids in Nashville’, it can be pretty tricky to find fun for…

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    November 2, 2023 /

    When traveling to Nashville, it can be difficult to find places that aren’t filled with bachelorettes, booze and loud music. This sounds like a great time-unless you have your kids with you! For some family-friendly fun look no further than the Adventure Science Center. Some links are affiliate links. By clicking on them and making a purchase, I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you! Adventure Science Center The Adventure Science Center is an excellent children’s museum located in Nashville, Tennessee. Away from the main drag of Broadway Street and downtown, its the perfect place to get out of the heat when visiting the area. Covering…

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    The Best Places to Explore in Nashville with Kids

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    Do you want to discover one of the great cities of Tennessee but not sure what to do in Nashville with kids in tow? Read on to see how we spent a week in an adult oasis with our three kids! Some links are affiliate links and as such, I may earn a small commission from your purchase at no additional cost to you. Tennessee’s State Capital-Exploring Nashville with kids When you think of traveling to Nashville, the first thing that pops into your mind is probably a honky-tonk bar. Bar hopping and dancing all day and night sounds like a great way to spend a long weekend…unless you have…

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