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Back to School

The Ultimate Back to School List

August 13, 2020July 28, 2020 by valplowman
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You will be more organized than ever with this ultimate planner for getting ready for back to school. School supply list, routines, a timeline, and more! Sending kids to school …

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The Ultimate School Supply List for Elementary

July 23, 2019July 23, 2019 by valplowman
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Everything your child will need for elementary school. Get your school supply list and know which brands are best for each supply. I still remember the first year I did …

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Categories Schooling Tags Back to School, Friday Finds, school supplies 2 Comments

9 Different Ways to Do a Ponytail

March 3, 2021August 29, 2018 by valplowman
9 Different Ponytail Hair Ideas. Ponytails do not have to be boring. They can be beautiful and fun! Here are nine different ways to do a ponytail that are still functional.

9 Different Ponytail Hair Ideas. Ponytails do not have to be boring. They can be beautiful and fun! Here are nine different ways to do a ponytail that are still …

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Over 70 Beautiful and Easy Hairstyles for Girls

October 2, 2024August 13, 2018 by valplowman
Different hair style ideas for girls

Over 70 Beautiful and Easy Hairstyles for Girls. These are hairstyles that your daughter can wear to school. Included are braids, ponytails, up dos, buns, pigtails, and half-up dos. I …

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Traditions for the First Day of School Your Children Will Love

July 7, 2025June 26, 2018 by valplowman
Traditions for the First Day of School Your Children Will Love and are manageable for mom to do. Seven things you can do to make the first day of school special.

Traditions for the First Day of School Your Children Will Love and are manageable for mom to do. Seven things you can do to make the first day of school …

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How To Make Glitter Slime That Isn’t Sticky

January 8, 2026March 29, 2018 by valplowman
How To Make Glitter Slime That Isn't Sticky. This is great for birthday parties, class activities, or sensory learning activities.

How To Make Glitter Slime That Isn’t Sticky. This is great for birthday parties, class activities, or sensory learning activities.  We have been making slime for years. My kids have …

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How To Help Your Child Have a Great School Year

July 16, 2026September 20, 2017 by valplowman
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How To Help Your Child Have a Great  School Year. Eight ways to help your child succeed this school year. “The novelty has worn off, mom.” My seventh grader confessed to …

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Valerie Plowman

Valerie Plowman, known as "the Babywise Mom", is the happy mother of four children. She has been helping parents with their parenting concerns since 2007 and loves helping others absolutely love being a parent.

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