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| Another Snoopy Kid Tip
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I don't know if this would work on ALL kids, but it has really worked on mine. I flat out and TOLD them where the presents where...
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| Posted on: 12/13/2005 | 9 Feedback(s) |
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| What Are You Giving for Christmas?
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Instead of asking children "What do you want for Christmas?" or "What is Santa bringing you for Christmas?" I like to ask them "What are you GIVING for Christmas?'...
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| Posted on: 12/13/2005 | 1 Feedback(s) |
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| Breaking the Code for Presents
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Holiday Tradition: To keep the children out of the presents under the tree, my mother would make up a code for each person. She would put the code on the package instead of the name on the tag...
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| Posted on: 12/08/2005 | 2 Feedback(s) |
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| Snoopy Kids and Christmas Presents
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If you have snoopy kids (or husband) who search and find the Christmas presents you've bought, wrap and code them i.e. a number, letter, color or symbol for each family member. Then store the whole lot over at a neighbor's house. You do the same for her!...
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| Posted on: 12/06/2005 | 5 Feedback(s) |
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| The Spirit of Giving Donating Toys
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Besides donating used toys to charity to make room for new ones, teach your children about giving by buying a new toy for a neighborhood charity program like Toys for Tots...
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| Posted on: 12/01/2005 | 1 Feedback(s) |
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| Kids Christmas Wish Lists
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Encourage your kids to make a wish list. Every time they see a toy they want on TV or in a magazine, remind them to add to the wish list. Emphasize that this is a WISH list - not a demand list. When friends or relatives ask what your kids want, you can offer some suggestions. Also ask these people to give you a heads up on their choices to avoid duplicates, if they don't mind. I suggest keeping the lists handy-like on the fridge!
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| Posted on: 11/24/2005 | 3 Feedback(s) |
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| Paper Chain for How Long Till Christmas
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During the Thanksgiving weekend, have your kids make a paper chain with 25 links. This could be made from wrapping paper scraps or any other kind of paper...
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| Posted on: 11/22/2005 | 1 Feedback(s) |
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| Cure For The "Gimme" Mentality At Christmas
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Something to keep in mind for next Christmas: if you are dismayed at the "gimme" mentality displayed by so many kids at Christmastime, instead of asking them "what are you getting for Christmas this year?" ask them instead, "what are you GIVING for Christmas this year?". Ask what they are giving Mom, little brother, etc. This helps take the emphasis off receiving and puts it back on thinking of others.
By Becki in Indiana
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| Posted on: 01/09/2005 | 1 Feedback(s) |
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| 7 Frugal Activities for Bored Kids!
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By Cyndi Roberts
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Christmas is over, but the kids are still home from school for a few more days. You're all tired of playing the new games, but what else is there to do? Try these fun, frugal activities!
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| Posted on: 01/03/2005 | 1 Feedback(s) |
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| Hiding Gifts From Children and Other Family Members
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Tips for hiding gifts from pesky and curious family members. Post your ideas.
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| Posted on: 12/23/2004 | 5 Feedback(s) |
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