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Teaching Kids The Power Of Giving This Holiday Season

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

And believe it or not, your brain houses a virtual warehouse of information that your kids need to absorb, whether it’s seemingly simple stuff like the number of hours in a day, the number of days in a week, and the number of weeks in a year, or you’re trying to help them with their calculus homework.

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Cheaper, Less Stressful Alternatives to Christmas Gift Giving

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Every year, I express my desire to have a quiet family gathering rather than a big gift giving ordeal. I’ve finally figured out that it’s not about them wanting to spend time and money in malls; it’s about them wanting to give something and share something with one another. Give an Experience. A Vacation.

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7 Easy DIY 4th of July Decor Ideas

Couponing 101

The 4 th of July is just around the corner! Over the years, I have started to make some of my own 4 th of July décor and many things that I’ve made are so easy and so cute that everyone at your 4 th of July Party will be asking you where you bought them! Use them as centerpieces or as a welcoming entryway display.

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8 Ways to Celebrate 4th of July at Home

Couponing 101

It’s time to flex your flag-waving arm because the 4th of July is upon us. Cookouts are a classic way to celebrate the 4th of July. Streaming services have done some heavy lifting during the coronavirus crisis, but they’re still invaluable when it comes to having fun at home. Have a Cookout. Make Crafts.

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Christmas Savings Club | July Meeting

Family Balance Sheet

The goal for this monthly accountability meeting is to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. Today is the seventh meeting, but you can join us at any time. If you are new, please read more about the Christmas Savings Club in the first post and join us.

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Barnes & Noble Nook: FREE Friday

Saving In Akron

Every Friday, Barnes & Noble gives away a FREE ebook for your B&N Nook. It is so intuitive, even my 7 year old can easily use it. If you're looking at a Kindle, I would highly recommend checking out the Nook before you make your decision. Armstrong’s gripping Julie Collins mystery series.

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How to Have a Green Christmas

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Where possible, try to avoid gifts that use batteries. Look for toys that don’t need batteries or give books to children instead. Have a look for antiques and collectables to give as gifts – there’s less impact on the environment because they’re not new, and you can find some really interesting and original presents.

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