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Back-to-School Traditions for You to Start

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There are many different feelings associated with that back-to-school time of year. Whether you dread it or love it, there are ways to make it more fun and meaningful for the whole family. Back to school traditions provide positive associations that can ease the transition for your kids, year after year. Here are some back to school traditions to start!

Back To School Traditions

Back To School Traditions

Help kids in need

Back To School Traditions

While you’re filling backpacks for your own kids, start a tradition to fill up a backpack or two to donate to a local shelter or low-income school. There are so many kids who don’t have the supplies they need. Make it a fun tradition to let your kids plan out what needs to go in the backpack, and then let them help you shop.

Have a back-to-school feast 

Back To School Traditions

Many families enjoy holding a back-to-school feast for the whole family to celebrate all the good things the new school year holds. This can be done the night before, or the evening of the first day. It’s a time to make the kids feel special and let them share how the first day went. Let them help plan the menu. You can even toast to a fun year with non-alcoholic sparkling cider!

Personalized pencils 

Back To School Traditions

Another fun way to celebrate the start of a new school year is to give your kids personalized pencils. You can order them at Amazon for less than $1 per pencil. Your kids will enjoy having their own, clearly marked pencils to start each year.

Parents only

Back To School Traditions

This is a fun one for parents–once the kids are off on the first day, celebrate with a parents-only breakfast. Whether you go out to your favorite brunch spot or just enjoy some time on the patio, it’s a great way kick off your first kid-free hours. No one will argue that you deserve it!

Before you go, check out this post on super simple tips for school picture day!

10 Hair Hacks for Busy Back to School Mornings

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Mornings can be crazy enough without having to worry about anyone’s hair.  Here are 10 of my go-to kids hair hacks for busy mornings. It will help get you and your kiddos out the door on time.

Busy school mornings are hard to avoid when you have kids. Halfpintpeeps.com can take the stress away with these quick and easy kid hair hacks that will have you out the door looking fab in seconds. Keep reading to learn more.

Kids Hair Hacks For Busy Mornings

1. Ponytail Pizzazz

Stick to the easiness of a ponytail but with some added style.  All you have to do is make a normal ponytail and then pull the end through the area between the elastic and the base of the head.  This will take all the fuss out of doing your little girl’s hair in your rush to get out the door.  See the idea here. This is my favorite kids hair hacks for busy mornings!

Kids Hair Hacks For Busy Mornings

2. DIY Dry Shampoo

There are just those mornings when you don’t have time to wash and dry your hair (sleep in?  Who, me?).  For those crazy mornings, use dry shampoo to wash your or your child’s hair.  I prefer to make my own because the store bought products have damaging alcohols and chemicals.  Learn how to make and apply dry shampoo from Style On Main.

Kids Hair Hacks For Busy Mornings

3. Messy Bun

It’s taken years but I’ve finally learned to get along with my naturally curly hair.  That wouldn’t be the case, however, if I hadn’t found some really cute and easy solutions.  This messy bun look has been one of my favorite go-to dos.  It’s as easy as tying a knot!  Any little girl would look adorable with her hair like this for school.  Source.

Kids Hair Hacks For Busy Mornings

4. DIY Beach Waves

I live nowhere near an ocean but love the beachy wave look.  Lucky me that even without the salty ocean water, I can still achieve the body and curl I want.  All I have to do is use sea salt spray.  And I do…  and I LOVE it!  I used to buy a trusted store bought brand but decided to make my own to save some money.  My favorite is this recipe because the oils keep moisture in my hair where the salt would otherwise pull it out.  I especially love this look because not only is it cute, but I can apply the spray and style my hair in less than 3 minutes!

Kids Hair Hacks For Busy Mornings

5. Twist Half-Up Braid

I love this look!  It’s perfect for days when you wake up with bed head but still want to wear your hair down.  It has saved me on many-a-days.  It’s even easier to do on someone else.  No missing the school bus with this quick hair do.

Kids Hair Hacks For Busy Mornings

6. Easy Chignon

Take the pull-through ponytail one step further by finishing it off in a chignon.  You or your daughter can pull this elegant look off in 5 minutes or less.  All you have to do to achieve the look is start with the pull-through ponytail and then pin the ends up at the base of the head.

Kids Hair Hacks For Busy Mornings

7. Bandana

Here’s a great idea for those with short hair.  Just pull your wavy hair into a low ponytail in the back.  Don’t worry if your side hairs aren’t long enough to stay in the elastic because the bandana will help keep the strays out of your face.  You can find cute bandanas and head scarves at stores such as J. Crew and Madewell.

Kids Hair Hacks For Busy Mornings

8. Fishtail Braid

How pretty is this look?  I absolutely love the red hair but since I can’t really change that about myself (naturally, anyway), I can at least achieve the style.  This is an especially easy style to pull off when you’re helping your little girl get ready for school.

Kids Hair Hacks For Busy Mornings

9. Ponytails & Braids

Achieve this quick do by parting your hair in the middle and then braiding it all the way back on both sides starting from the part.  Pull the rest of your hair into a ponytail and then braid your ponytail as well.  Tie the larger braid into a bun and secure.  Nothing more to it!

Kids Hair Hacks For Busy Mornings

10. Flat Iron Waves

Another really fast and easy way to get a wavy look is to use a flat iron.  It works especially great when hair isn’t freshly washed, so it’s perfect for rushed mornings trying to get to school on time.  Flat irons are one of my favorite beauty tools of all time!  Get the tutorial from The Goddess.

Kids Hair Hacks For Busy Mornings

I hope these kids hair hacks for busy mornings helps you out! If you’re looking for more ideas, check out my post on fast hairstyles for lazy parents.

Inspirational Sack Lunch Notes To Make Your Child’s Day

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When you were a kid, did your mom ever leave you a note in your sack lunch? If not, it’s never too late to make sure your own kids have that experience. Sack lunch notes are an easy way to remind your child that you care. An inspirational sack lunch note even gives your child that little boost of confidence they need in their day.  Today we have ideas for inspirational sack lunch notes that will make your child’s day.

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Back To School Tips For Your Child’s Successful Start

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Before your child heads back to school, get him ready with these back to school tips that will help ensure a successful start. Back to school can be a time filled with stress and anxiety for a child, but with the right tips you can help relieve that stress or even prevent it before it starts. Here is what you should do to get ready.