My three kids are obsessed with Minecraft. Are yours too? Minecraft is a virtual open world video game where players can create their own worlds as they build and create. In addition to being fun, Minecraft can be educational. Problem solving skills, teamwork, and creativity are just a few of the things kids can learn…
Helping Toddlers Deal With Change
The world changes fast and change is inevitable. This is something all adults know. Unfortunately, even though we may know that, many of us don’t adapt to change well. If an adult has a difficult time with change, think of how hard it must be for little ones. Toddlers struggle with change, but as a…
5 Ways to Build Your Kid’s Self-Esteem
We all know how important good self esteem is to a child’s development. Kids who have a healthy sense of self esteem have better relationships, perform better at school and behave better at home. You want your child to have confidence and feel good about themselves, but sometimes you don’t know how to nurture that….
How to Survive Having Your Kids Home All the Time
Life sure has changed a lot over the past few weeks. It all seemed to happen so quickly that it can be hard for moms to get their footing. I’m still working through and adjusting everyday as I try to teach my kids at home while trying to do a full-time job. It is challenging…
Christmas Stocking Stuffers for Teen Girls
It is easy to feel like no matter what you buy for your teen girl, it won’t be quite right. Teen girls are notorious for being picky and changing their minds. Plus, trends change so quickly it is hard to know what is in. This guide will help you choose Christmas Stocking Stuffers for Teen…
Grateful Together Comes Out Today
Today is the day!!! After months of work and anticipation, Grateful Together A Gratitude Journal for Kids and their Parents is finally on sale! This is a dream come true, and I have to pinch myself when I think that this book will be helping kids and parents grow closer. Grateful Together is a shared…
Today is Great Comes Out Today
You guys, I am so excited to share that my new book Today is Great – A Daily Gratitude Journal for Kids is being released today! I am so happy to be a published author and super proud that this book will help lots of kids build a gratitude practice. WHY DO KIDS NEED A…
Calming Bottles and Sensory Bottles
These Calming Bottles and Sensory Bottles are so simple to make. You can make them yourself in a few minutes or have a toddler/preschooler help with the process. We made these when my kids were younger and they often helped to calm a stressful situation. SENSORY BOTTLES For a younger child, these glitter jars make…
Grateful Together – A Gratitude Journal for Kids and their Parents
It is another exciting day here at Mess for Less! Last week, I announced that my new book Today is Great – A Daily Gratitude Journal for Kids would be published on October 1st. Well today I am announcing that my second book, Grateful Together A Gratitude Journal for Kids and their Parents is coming…
Today is Great – A Daily Gratitude Journal for Kids
This is super exciting day at Mess for Less because I am announcing the debut of my new book Today is Great – A Daily Gratitude Journal for Kids! A lot of time, work and research went into this book, so I am thrilled to finally be able to give you a sneak peak into…