10 Great Back to School Ideas (& Link Party!)

10 Great Back to School Ideas (& Link Party!)

ByMariel

Hello, weekend. How about 10 great Back to School ideas from ‘Or so she says…’?!? I say, ‘yes.’ Check them out… you’ll find printables, crafts, lunch box ideas, educational fun, and thoughts on bullying. Some good stuff! When you’re done, be sure to link up YOUR great ideas below. I love to see what y’all come up with and find fun new things to share on Pinterest! As a bonus, everything you link up will also be featured on two other really big blogs!

Back to School Countdown (she: Brooke)
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Back to School Countdown (she: Brooke)

ByBrooke

Well, ready or not, school is just around the corner (a week from Tuesday for my boys- way too soon!). We just got back from a quick camping trip over the weekend. Apparently we aren’t the only ones who frantically rush out and try to fit in all the last-minute summer activities we can. It took us searching through four campgrounds to finally find a spot. It wasn’t our first choice, but ended up being the perfect little spot for our family!

I’m not sure if you’ve been counting down the days until school starts since the second week of June, or if you’re ignoring all the school supplies that are lining the shelves right now, and hoping the first day of school won’t happen. I have to say I’m a tad bit excited. I’ve LOVED every minute of our summer vacation, but there’s something rejuvenating about this time of year for me.

Educational BINGO ~ The Kids BEG to Play!
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Educational BINGO ~ The Kids BEG to Play!

ByMariel

I know school is almost over for most of you, and although I intended this activity to be for homeschool, I can see us playing it all year long. It’s nothing fancy, just BINGO…awesome BINGO. I’ve always got my eye out for really great educational products for kids, and while browsing the daily Zulily deals, I saw these really neat BINGO sets for half off. They’re from Lucy Hammett Games and each set is based around a certain theme, like: birds, weather, wildflowers, oceans, body, butterfly, art, and soooo many more! You play it like you would any other BINGO game, but the kids are actually learning with these. Yay! Not only can they learn from the pictures alone, but on the back of each card is a little description/facts about what is on front.

The first time we played, we used jelly beans as the markers. Mistake. Nobody could keep them on the board and out of their mouths!

Multiplication Memory Game Pocket Tutorial (she: Jill)
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Multiplication Memory Game Pocket Tutorial (she: Jill)

ByMariel

My name is Jill and I blog at Creating my way to Success. My creative medium, and my hobby is sewing. On my blog I share my growing sewing knowledge and abilities – and their practical applications via many free and easy to follow tutorials; together with my journey to learn about blogging and methods…

Back to School Candy Bar Printable (she: Natalie)
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Back to School Candy Bar Printable (she: Natalie)

ByMariel

Hello everyone! I am Natalie from Detail-Oriented Diva and I am here to share a cute little Back-to- School Gift with you all today. This time of year is filled with such excitement for so many. As a kid, I loved heading back for the new year. It was a time for a fresh start…

music wall
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Making a Music Wall ~ Using the Stuff Around the House! (she: Arianne)

ByMariel

Hi! I’m Arianne Cope from the blog Stillparenting. I’m a mother of four and a lover of all things simple and real. I’m excited to share inspiration and ideas here at Or So She Says with you every month as the new family/parenting contributor. The warm weather has brought us all outside to swing, picnic,…

Favorite Educational Products for Kids ~
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Favorite Educational Products for Kids ~

ByMariel

At my house, the kids have what they call ‘The 4:00 Rule’.  Meaning, if they are using any electronic devices on their school “breaks” (computer, ipods, tv, etc.) before 4:00, Monday through Friday, then it has to be something educational.  * Note – They are homeschooled. They feel like they have to gripe about this…