"Be the nice kid" free printable

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I remember reading this quote a few months ago and it actually made me a little teary eyed.  I remember thing "YES!  This is what I want to teach my kids."   Be the nice kid, do the right thing, other peoples success doesn't take away from yours, be happy with being YOU!.  Fast forward to a few days ago, my kids were getting ready for there first day of school.  Every year I like to have a little motto for the school year.  The night before school starts we have a fun back to school dinner and I share the new motto for the year.  As I was trying to think of something this quote popped into my head. It's perfect.  

 I created this cute print to display in our home where we can see it every day.  You can download this free print below.  Print at home or send it to your favorite print shop.  Please note this is for personal use only.

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To continue with this theme you can read the book Wonder or watch the movie.  I just finished this book and I can't stop thinking about it.  It is so well written with amazing characters you can't help but fall in love with.  One piece of advice...Grab a tissue :)  It's now on my kids "mom's required reading list" haha.  Now looking forward to watching the movie asap!

Or check out this post.  It was for a church activity (activity days) but there are some great ideas and my favorite you-tube video that you can use at home that promotes kindness and self esteem.

Back to School Ideas

I can't believe its already time to be thinking about school!  I know some of you have already started and others like me a couple of weeks left.  Either way its an exciting, busy, and a little bit of a stressful time.  I've rounded up some great ideas to help things run a little more smoothly and add a little fun.

 A Bowl full of Lemons has a great homework station.  I love that is is portable and can easily be but away.

JDaniel4's mom has these awesome routine charts (found here.)  I think these are perfect for my kids.

I love this adorable printable from Nest of Posies found here.

Marci Coombs has this adorable back to school gift (found here).  My girls would love this.

She also has the cutest back to school dinner tradition. We did this last year and plan to do it again.  You can find her current one here as well as links to previous years.

Positively Splendid shares this great print here.

The Silly Pearl's backpack tags are not only cute but a great way to teach responsibility.  I know my girls need this!  You can find the tutorial here.

Do you have any back to school traditions or ideas to make things run more smoothly?  I'd love to hear them!

P.S. You can find more idea on my back to school pinterest board.