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Simply On Purpose: Positive parenting resources for the intentional family

Ralphie from Simply On Purpose is bringing joy back into parenting and family life. You have the power to change your home—let her show you how!

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Hi Reader, I was so lucky to grow up having a best friend with Down Syndrome. Cinnamon brought so much joy to my life that I greatly want my children to have that too. I'm thrilled to share this month's Teach Me How resource, "Be a Bridge Builder: Learning How to Connect With and Include Children with Disabilities." This printable teaches children to have an inclusive mindset, helping them learn what to do and say to make connections and be friends. Get it Today! The goal is to teach children...

Hi Reader, Did you know that 90% of parents will experience a child getting lost in public at least once in their lives? Teach your child what they need to do to be found quickly! Get this month's issue of Teach Me How, titled "What to Do If You Get Lost: Learning How to Stay Safe, Get Help, and Be Found Quickly." Download Today! In this fun and interactive resource, kiddos will learn: The 3 steps to follow if they get lost What TO do, and what NOT to do if you can't find your family Who to...

Hi Reader, Do you need ideas for how your kiddos can help around the house? That are age appropriate? I've got you covered! This Thursday's "something good" is a big list of age-appropriate chore ideas! Take a look, and start teaching your child a new skill today. See the List!

Happy Thursday Reader! Have you ever been in a museum, trying to learn something amazing... and your kid is just driving you crazy?? (that may or may not have happened to me just recently) My "something good" for today is a FREE guide for how to help your kiddos to have fun at a museum. Add to your cart and the code "MUSEUMFUN" is automatically applied at checkout to make the printable free! Download Today! You'll love the simple ideas that will keep you kiddos engaged AND happy! And helping...

Hi Reader, Have you heard me talk about teaching my kids to be "Good Travelers"? It's a simple system that has changed the way we travel with our kids, and it makes it oh SO much more enjoyable for everyone, plus it's super empowering for the kids! Win, win! Click below to read how we do this in our family. Read the Post HERE

Hi Reader, After my third kiddo started school, my brain just about blew up with all of the papers, lunch boxes, and dirty socks. If you feel like you are drowning in your child's post-school chaos, The After School Cards are for you! (bonus: everything in the Print Shop is 30% off through 2/28 with code WELOVEYOU!) Buy Now for 30% Off These cards are a self-reinforcing system that visually encourages your child through each task, from emptying a lunch box, feeding a pet, or practicing an...

Hi Reader, My Positive Consequences Webinar is TONIGHT, February 26th at 9pm CST. Join me if you want to learn this life-changing skill that will help create good behavior in your children LONG TERM! Save My Seat Why are positive consequences so effective? They motivate! They build skills! They foster connection between parent and child! To sum it up, they build a better brain. I'm excited to teach you how to use them in your home! See you at the webinar!

Happy Thursday Reader! Oh my goodness, I'm so happy about this. Creating this free printable was partly selfish because I've always wanted to have a list of family-friendly romance movies. And boy, did my community deliver! So here it is! As always, be sure to check that each movie meets your family's values before viewing. Add it to your cart, and the code LOVEMOVIES makes it FREE! Download it HERE Have a great Valentine's Day weekend! Lots of love!

Hi Reader, This Friday is the last day to get this month's Teach Me How resource for only $6! It's called, “You Can Find a Way: Learning How to Have a Growth Mindset.” So many kiddos struggle with that positive inner voice. This resource will teach them to have a Growth Mindset and change their thoughts from: "I'm not good at this" to "I can get better at this!" "I give up" to "I will keep trying!" and "I'm afraid of messing up" to "Mistakes help me learn and grow." Download Today! If you’re...

Hi Reader, Funny story, but I thought I was really good at showing love to my kids. I would kiss them and hug on them all the time. Only to find out, after finally having them take a love language quiz, that they scored ZERO on physical touch. Like, they didn't want to be touched. At all. Ha! Maybe you struggle just like I did at actually speaking your child's love language. If you're looking for a better way to fill your child's cup, I've compiled 10 resources that will help you better speak...