Most parents do not relish back-to-school clothes shopping. The crowds and the cost create a less-than-enjoyable experience. I can’t fix the crowds, but I can help with the cost.Last year, I outfitted my two kids for the school year for less than $100 each. Considering many items … [Read more...] about 6 ways to save on kids’ back-to-school clothes
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12 great free educational websites
Education doesn't end at the school building's doors. In fact, with the aid of these free websites, students of all ages can get extra practice, learn subjects in different ways and explore their own interests independently. These websites are just a few of the many that help kids (and adults) … [Read more...] about 12 great free educational websites
Easy ways to give back to your kids’ school
As schools try to balance their budgets while keeping up with always-increasing expenses, they are looking more to families and parent-teacher organizations to help with school supplies, field trips and other programs. Doing a little can sometimes go a long way. Below are some funding ideas that you … [Read more...] about Easy ways to give back to your kids’ school
Insomnia Cookies celebrates back-to-school with free cookies for students, teachers and faculty
Does it get much better than warm, fresh cookies?Getting ready for classes can be very stressful, so now students and teachers have a great excuse for taking a break to enjoy one of the most popular treats of all time for FREE. Insomnia Cookies is celebrating the start of the school … [Read more...] about Insomnia Cookies celebrates back-to-school with free cookies for students, teachers and faculty
Affordable family cellphone plans
Cellphone plans run from very inexpensive to hundreds of dollars per month. Some are prepaid. Some have a contract. Some come from big, reputable companies everyone knows. Some few have heard of. There are so many options that it can be hard to make the right decision.While each company … [Read more...] about Affordable family cellphone plans
7 ways to cut costs of kids’ activities
This post is by Jennifer Saranow Schultz at Hint Mama.The cost of little kids’ activity classes can quickly add up. Just one semester of music class can run more than $200. Add in swimming, gymnastics, Gymboree, dance, sports and art classes and you could be renting a small … [Read more...] about 7 ways to cut costs of kids’ activities
Get Classic Smash or Bacon Smash Burger for $5 at Smashburger Aug. 10
Smashburger is celebrating its sweet sixteen by offering customers a juicy deal on two of its most popular signature burgers.Known for its Certified Angus Beef burgers smashed on the grill to sear in the juices and seal in the flavor, Smashburger first started in Denver, CO and now has more than … [Read more...] about Get Classic Smash or Bacon Smash Burger for $5 at Smashburger Aug. 10
10 things college students should learn about money
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Heading off to college? Congratulations. You’ll be surprised that much of the learning you’ll do over the next four years has less to do with the classroom than with life. If you’re like many young adults, college is the first time you’ll keep your own schedule, plan your own meals, manage your … [Read more...] about 10 things college students should learn about money
It’s never too late: Free tuition for seniors
One of my favorite public radio shows features an audience quiz, “Things You Should Have Learned in School Had You Been Paying Attention.” I love listening to the show, but that quiz stumps me every week. Truth be told, I didn’t pay much attention in school because I was eager to get on with … [Read more...] about It’s never too late: Free tuition for seniors
10 ways to save on college textbooks
College students, as well as their parents, can experience sticker shock when they shop for textbooks. Books for a full schedule can easily add up more than $1,000 or more a year. I asked my daughter, who is the most resourceful and thrifty textbook shopper I know, for some tips. What follows is her … [Read more...] about 10 ways to save on college textbooks
Lottery ticket ‘wins’ free doughnut at Krispy Kreme for two days
Everyone's a winner at Krispy Kreme! Lottery fever is at an all-time high, thanks to the Mega Millions $1.25 billion jackpot on Aug. 4, 2023. The odds of winning the mega jackpot are slim. However, everyone who plays the lottery wins a sweet treat during Krispy Kreme's Mega Glaze … [Read more...] about Lottery ticket ‘wins’ free doughnut at Krispy Kreme for two days
Crumbl celebrates National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day with sweet giveaways
For cookies lovers, it doesn't get much better than a chocolate chip cookie and an ice-cold glass of milk for dunking! And one of the best places for big, delicious cookies of all kinds is Crumbl Cookies. The popular cookie shop is celebrating National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day on August 4, … [Read more...] about Crumbl celebrates National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day with sweet giveaways
AMC Theatres offers blockbuster savings on Discount Tuesdays
Going to the movies is a fun adventure, but it can also take a big cut from your entertainment budget.That's why bargain hunters are always "so dramatic" about saving money at the box office. It's an essential part of the plot on how to go to the movies on the cheap. And loyalty pays … [Read more...] about AMC Theatres offers blockbuster savings on Discount Tuesdays
Conserve water, save money with a home garden xeriscape
Xeriscape is a landscaping idea that works to conserve water through the planting of an attractive, useful, water-efficient home garden. While often associated with desert climates, xeriscapes can save you money no matter where you live. The savings come from your water bill as well as the cost … [Read more...] about Conserve water, save money with a home garden xeriscape
Free and low-cost resources for homeschoolers and others
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Homeschooling is the most rapidly growing educational segment in the United States. An estimated 2.5 million students were homeschooled in 2019, the year before the pandemic forced many students to learn from home. In 2021-22, the number was 3.1 million. A large number of families are choosing the … [Read more...] about Free and low-cost resources for homeschoolers and others
