I Need Lunch Money Mom

Budgeting for Lunch Money - Back to School Lunches

Teaching Kids How to Stay Within their Lunch Money Budget

by Lorraine Brock

It’s that time of year that as parents we will hear the weekly, “Mom, I need lunch money”, from our kids. Normally my struggle is teaching my kids to stay within our allocated budget by purchasing the basic plate lunch and not buying individual items. It is well known that buying a la carte costs more: hamburger $3, side of fries $1.50, scoop of fruit salad $1.00, two chocolate milks $2.00. What seems like the perfect meal for your child, becomes a $7.50 budget buster for one day.

7 Homemade Back to School Teacher Gift Ideas

Cute Teacher Gift Ideas for the First Day of School

by Minette Riordan

Here are 7 clever ideas for cute teacher gifts for the first day of school. I picked all of these because they are simple to make, affordable and thoughtful! I don’t know about you but back to school is a crazy time! Getting the kids back on a normal sleep schedule, getting them organized with school supplies, finding back packs and lunch boxes and so on makes that week before school a busy one! Yet the idea of sending our little ones off to kindergarten with a nice note of appreciation is such a lovely thought. And of course, an excuse to make something… let’s get crafty!

Back to School Guide 2013

Back to School - Kid Friendly Programs, Products and Activities

Kids Activities, After School Programs, Back to School Products in Dallas – Ft Worth

Our exclusive Back to School guide features listings for area businesses that provide kid-friendly programs, products and after school activities. Take a look at this helpful resource we’ve put together for busy parents just like you!