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Meet a Reader | Biker Liz

The Frugal Girl

C with Finn, my parents’ dog Our daughter is 12, and very into the arts and science. Limiting waste is what really drives most of the habits I have that would qualify as “frugal” – reducing/eliminating food waste, returning unneeded items, pursuing refunds, checking on warranties, repairing things, etc.

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Start Planning and Budgeting for Summer TODAY!

Family Balance Sheet

” Kids (and parents) get excited about summer trips and activities, so I like to post a family calendar on the refrigerator with all of our summer plans and activities. Local fairs & festivals – Look for local fairs and festivals for low-cost games, food, and activities. Summer Food: Our diet changes over the summer.

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Entenmann’s Little Bites and Earth Day Giveaway

Nicoles Nickels

Before you throw away, make sure to check out what biodegradable foods can be brought back home to be added to a compost pile. Make compost at home! Parents can make a difference, too. Check out more info from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Check out more info from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

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Urban Farm Magazine Subscription | $4.50 A Year

For the Mommas

About Urban Farm Magazine: A guide for those in cities or suburbs looking to become more self-sufficient by growing some of their own food and treading lightly on the environment in the space they have. Parents Magazine Subscription | $3.50 This deal will be valid through tonight, April 5th at midnight (EST). per Year.

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How to Incorporate Sustainable Living in Schools

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Recycling the school’s waste can include establishing composting systems and worm farms to use as fertilizers for the garden. Start a school garden – a native garden to attract local wildlife; a flower garden to improve an unattractive area; a vegetable garden full of fresh, healthy food.

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Summer Fun Guide 2019

Family Balance Sheet

” Kids (and parents) get excited about summer trips and activities, so I like to post a family calendar on the refrigerator with all of our summer plans and activities. The initial kit includes the mesh garden and a voucher to order the caterpillars and food separately. Summer Food: Our diet changes over the summer.

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Discount Magazines – Urban Farm, Girls Life & Fitness

For the Mommas

A guide for those in cities or suburbs looking to become more self-sufficient by growing some of their own food and treading lightly on the environment in the space they have. Articles include how-to projects, gardening basics, composting, beekeeping, roof-top gardening, preserving and freezing, and time and money-saving ideas.

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