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    Free Doctor Worksheets for Kids

    October 24, 2016 By Vicky 10 Comments

    Explore the world of learning with our free printables and worksheets. These Free Doctor Worksheets for Kids are engaging and educational. They are designed to make learning about health and the medical field fun for children. Read on to find out how and to print out some free worksheets with a doctor theme for your […]

    10 Sick Day Activities

    October 17, 2016 By Vicky Leave a Comment

    Cold season is just around the corner. Those words send fear through the hearts of many moms. Just when it seems like your child is settling into a school routine - BAM - they get hit by a cold. I was surprised to learn from the CDC that school aged kids get between 8-12 colds […]

    Pumpkin Recipes Kids Can Make

    October 14, 2016 By Vicky Leave a Comment

    Since my kids love all things pumpkin, I keep my eyes open for delicious Pumpkin Recipes Kids Can Make. There are so many things you can make with pumpkin, and these kids recipes are just the tip of the iceberg. For more kid-friendly recipes, check out these Peanut Butter Recipes. ⭐Why You'll Love These Recipes If […]

    Q-Tip Fall Tree

    October 7, 2016 By Vicky Leave a Comment

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    Hopefully, the leaves are changing where you live. Those vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows are the perfect inspiration for some hands-on creativity. One of our favorite fall activities for kids is this simple and fun Q-Tip Fall Tree. It's an easy way for little ones to paint their own colorful autumn tree, no matter what […]

    Fall Meringue Recipe

    September 23, 2016 By Vicky 4 Comments

    Have you ever tried baking meringues? While this is not the quickest of cookie recipes, this Fall Meringue Recipe is worth the effort. In the past we have made Spring Meringues and now to celebrate the season, we decided to make Fall meringues. It's easy to give the traditional meringue recipe a Fall twist. Just […]

    Free Fall Worksheets

    September 20, 2016 By Vicky 17 Comments

    Do your kids enjoy free printables and worksheets as much as mine do? They they will love these Free Fall Worksheets that you can download right here! They help kids develop important skills so they can start the school year off with confidence. Help kids develop that confidence by printing out this free printable student […]

    20 Halloween Activities and Treats

    September 16, 2016 By Vicky Leave a Comment

    When it comes to beloved kid holidays, Halloween is right up there. I mean what kid wouldn't love a holiday all about dressing up in costumes and getting free candy? If your kids are anything like mine, they keep asking, "how many days until Halloween?" over and over again. Here is a collection of 20 Halloween activities […]

    Halloween Sensory Play

    September 12, 2016 By Vicky Leave a Comment

    We have been having lots of spooky fun preparing for Halloween. When October rolls around my kids are ready for Halloween fun. Today we are sharing some Halloween Sensory Play that captured our imaginations. Halloween sensory play ideas are a great complement to this Halloween Gak slime recipe since kids get to dig in with both hands and […]

    Apple Chips Recipe

    September 9, 2016 By Vicky 15 Comments

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    This Apple Chips Recipe is so easy to make! You only need 3 ingredients to make a healthy and satisfying snack that kids will love. For more yummy apple recipes, check out our Apple Crescents and more of our Easy Apple Recipes. ⭐Why this recipe works 🥣Ingredients 📋Step by Step Instructions STEP 1: Peel and […]

    Science Experiment - Making Pennies Green

    September 5, 2016 By Vicky 1 Comment

    My kids always enjoy a fun science experiment. We have learned so much with Simple Science for Preschoolers and an awe inducing Ice Cube Experiment. So naturally, when I asked my kids if they wanted to do a science experiment where we would be making pennies green, they were all for it. This easy experiment takes just minutes to […]

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    I’m Vicky, the founder of Mess For Less, sharing easy, family-friendly recipes. With over a decade of experience as a home chef and recipe developer, I create meals that bring people together and kid-friendly learning activities inspired by my background as a former teacher with a Master’s degree in education.
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