Try one of these back to school mantels to add a touch of flair and excitement to your home during the back to school season. More back to school fun: printable first day signs, built-in bookcase desk, and if you need a mantel, try a faux mantel. As much as I like the summer, I […]
Editable Printable First Day of School Signs (2020-2021 Update)
Printable school photo signs make remembering the first day of school each year so easy! Choose from seven first day of school signs for 2020-2021 or editable for use every year. Matching last day of school signs included. Summer is flying by, which means soon it will be (dun dun dun) the beginning of the […]
25 Back to School Decor Ideas
Back to school decor can be a fun way to help add to the excitement of a new school year. We have a bunch of ideas to add a little flair to your home to get ready for the first day. Don’t forget to print your first day of school signs and be super prepared […]
Printable School Photo Signs for the First Day of School
We’ve updated our printable school photo signs for the first day of school in the 2019-2020 school year! Choose and download your favorite from our SEVEN designs, from modern black and white to colorful confetti with an editable infographic about your student. Like clockwork, every year, we’re getting into the groove of summer fun when […]
School’s Out! Fillable Printable Last Day of School Signs
May is more than halfway over and my head is spinning — what happened to the time! My kiddos have just over ONE week of school left, so it’s high time that we shared our last day of school signs to match our first day of school signs that we shared in the fall. These […]
Green Pencils Abstract Wall Art Printable
It’s an ode to possibilities: a printable abstract wall art design of freshly sharpened green pencils, ready to write or draw whatever is on your creative mind! Perfect for decorating a home office, study corner, art area, or homework station. Pair this green pencil art with another of our printable wall art collection: a reminder […]
Free Printable Set: Last Day of School Signs
Can you believe we’re already into MAY?! I swear it was just last week we were digging out from another 18″ of snow after an early spring thaw and now it’s 80 degree forecasts for the foreseeable future! We are so ready and so excited for summer (so many projects and other fun things planned!) […]
Free Printable Lunch Box Notes
Ready or not, it is time to start packing those lunch boxes again! Eeek! I can’t believe it’s almost back to school season — and many of you have said you’ve already used our updated first day of school signs, as well as the 3 new printable sign styles we shared last month, to commemorate sending your kiddos back! […]
8 Great Resources for Outdoor Learning-Based Play Ideas
Follow along with Summer Family Activities Week by clicking here or on social media with #SummerFamilyActivities. Better yet share you favorite summer family activities by using #SummerFamilyActivities. Or play along and add your ideas in the comments here on Tipsaholic. As a parent, summer can be a little daunting. There are a lot of […]
36 End of School Year Party Ideas
The school year is winding down, and summer is almost upon us once again! Kids are excited for longer days spent in the sun, playing and taking long vacations. Perhaps you’re looking forward to more family time and day trips you can’t take during the school year. In any case, a celebration is in order! […]
6 Hands-On Art Activities for 3-6 Year Olds
Art education is perhaps one of the most undervalued curricula in modern public school systems. Visual arts has been the focus of many academic studies, the results of which suggest that art is crucially linked to the development of core human emotions such as passion, empathy, love, sincerity and happiness. Art also helps kids […]
10 Science Books 6-9 Year Olds Will Love
As children start school and begin acquiring reading skills, designated reading time at home becomes even more important. While your child is learning to be a more competent reader, they are also absorbing more information about a variety of subjects. If you want to foster a love of science in your early elementary aged […]
10 Science Books 3-6 Year Olds Will Love
Reading books out loud to young children is a great way to introduce new concepts and reinforce learning. Picture books for pre-readers are specifically designed to be read aloud while engaging young kids. Science doesn’t have to be complicated or boring, and reading about scientific ideas together can help kids feel more confident […]
10 Science Books 9-11 Year Olds Will Love
If you want to foster a love of science in your elementary aged kids, you’ve got to make it readily accessible at home. Science class is great for teaching basics and fundamentals, but supplementing what they learn at school is key to a more well-rounded education and deeper understanding. One great way to […]
10 Fun Valentine Activities for Kids
Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to pull out the paints and doilies, glue and glitter, pipe cleaners and paper and let your kids have a blast! There are many fun Valentine activities for kids that can encourage creativity and inspire learning. Doing some projects together can make this an even more special […]
