This week at Tots2Tweens
Posted by Tara Dunsmore in Back-to-School, Blog, Picks of the Week on Sat, Aug 18, 2012
Picks of the Week
Know It
With the kids gearing up to head back to school in the next few weeks, it was time to wrap up Laurie’s Lesson Plans. She put together one final week of summer learning designed to help transition your kids back into the school-day routine. Laurie’s Lesson Plans – Back-to-School. Also, don’t miss Aj Randall’s article on the creepy crawly bed bugs. Just don’t read this right before going to sleep at night or you may not rest so peacefully.
Read it
Getting Funded! Tots2Tweens is growing and we would love for our amazing parents, clients and partners to have a piece of our magic! We are joining the wave of companies who are using “crowdfunding” to help grow their business. “Crowdfunding” is a way for small businesses like ours to raise capital and grow into something amazing. If you would like to be a part of our success you can learn more about our campaign here.
Don’t forget our Back-to-School Spectacular going on now-enter for your chance to win a $500 shopping spree and tons of other amazing prizes. One winner will walk away with the entire jackpot of goodies.
Cook it
Homework, football practice and PTA meetings can make dinners together as a family tough to schedule. Here are a few quick and easy dinner recipes to help you fit in family meals when on-the-go.
These Crockpot Italian Hoagies can be made in a jiffy on those busy weekday nights…or any nights!
Grilled Fish Tacos are a quick and easy dinner for those evenings on the go. To find more ideas for quick and easy dinners check out our recipe database and our recipe board on pinterest.
Do it
Looking for stuff to do this weekend? The Amazing Baby and Child Expo will be held Saturday, August 18 in Sykesville, MD. This fun-filled, affordable event is great for babies, children, tweens, teens and the entire Family!
Back to School Fair: Prince George’s County Public Schools’ (PGCPS) Back-to-School Fair will be a community-wide opportunity for ALL PGCPS students and parents. With the first day of school on Monday, August 20, the Back-to-School Fair will provide parents and students with access to the resources needed for a successful school year.
Find it
Maranatha Child Care Center can provide before and after school care for your children this school year. They provide enriching and fun activities for your child every day as well as ensure your children complete their homework assignments.
$prout, Inc understands it’s difficult to fit new things into your already busy schedule. But, few things are more important than having your child start their life with a sound understanding of money. Use this back-to-school season to teach your children core money habits they need to know. USE THE PROMO CODE “T2T” in the Discount Code field as you begin to check-out and receive 10% off your order.
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About Tara Dunsmore
Tara is a single mom from Frederick, Maryland just trying to keep up with her crazy life. When she's not at the park with her Boo Boo you can find her either at her day job right here at Tots2Tweens or at her second job as a Jamberry Independent Consultant. Tara spends her days at Tots2Tweens searching for fun family activities and interesting content to share with our readers. Events, recipes, parenting articles and resources…if you live in MD/DC/VA/PA Tots2Tweens is the place to find it. She spends a lot of time on Pinterest and Facebook sharing her finds with our followers. Tara also volunteers her time as the Administrative Coordinator for the charitable photographer's network, Shoots for a Cure.You can read more about Tara's crazy life on her blog i heart my crazy life or follow her on twitter: @heartmycrzylife.
