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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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Want your kids to listen the first time?

Hi Reader, There were times when my girls were younger and I wanted to shout: "Does anyone hear a WORD that I'm saying?!" If we're being honest—repeating yourself over and over, raising your voice, or feeling ignored is just plain exhausting 😰 What we really want is for our kids to listen and respond with respect and cooperation. That’s exactly why I created my lesson, “Be a Good Listener: Learning to Listen, Even When It’s Hard.” Here’s the good news: listening is a skill—and it can be...

Hi Reader, When it's Thursday, everyone wins! So, back by popular demand... 🥁 It's the 2026 Summer Calendar and Live List!!! And it's FREE! Add to your cart, and the code SUMMERFUN is automatically applied to take the total to $0. Checkout is free! Download HERE My family has loved this calendar for years! It's the perfect way to display our summer plans for everyone to see and get so excited about. Download and print it as a large engineering print, 24x36," or 36x48" if you want it even...

Hi Reader, Have you ever thought, “Why won’t my child just listen?” Because let’s be honest—repeating yourself 10 times, raising your voice, or feeling ignored? It’s exhausting!! Parents want their children to listen AND also respond with respect and cooperation. Which is exactly why I created this lesson, "Be a Good Listener: Learning to Listen, Even When It’s Hard." The good news is, listening is a skill. And like any skill, it can be taught! Download today for only $6 and start changing...

Hi Reader, Are you familiar with how trust is developed between a parent and child? As our children get older, we need to learn to trust them more and more. This FREE printable will give you examples of how to trust your child more through each stage of their development in three specific areas: food, sleep, and clothing. It will help you see how your control and influence change through each phase. Download NOW Take a look, and think of how you can trust more today!

Hi Reader, Is your kiddo worried or anxious? Honestly, there are so many things to be nervous about! The new school year, a change in routine, or moving to a new place, so many! This month's Teach Me How lesson is all about this: "What to Do With Your Worry: Learning How to Take Care of Your Worries in a Positive Way." Get it today for only $6! Worry isn't a monster! It's a part of you that needs care. Let's teach our children how to do that! Download Today! This resource will help children...

Hi Reader, Summer is a great time to slow down and make room for some intentional teaching at home. Remember, if you want your child to develop a skill, they must be TAUGHT how to do it first! This is why I've come up with several bundles of printables for you to help your child build specific skills. The first one I want to feature? Self-management. Get the Self-Management Bundle Each printable has a lesson, activity, role plays and MORE to give your child the skills to: Take care of their...

Happy Summer Reader! I’ve been thinking about the gift of a 90's summer for weeks now. No streaming or net surfing. More swimming, bike riding, Lego building, and popcorn movie watching. It’s my new summer goal! I asked my community what they would do to create a 90's summer for their kiddos, and I was blown away by everyone's responses! Here is the list FREE for you to download too. Add to your cart, and the code NINETIESSUMMER will be automatically applied to take your total to $0! Download...

Hi Reader, Have you heard about the The Mom Store? It's a simple system that helps your child learn to LOVE reading. And keeps them in books for a long time. Start Your Own "Mom Store" TODAY! Here's how it works: Children are given 1 ticket for every 10 pages they read (books should be on their reading level). They can use these tickets to "purchase" items from The Mom Store. This includes things like snacks, stuffies to rent and blankets to read with, etc. Or, they can save their tickets to...

Hi Reader, What is that *magic* tool for those looooong car rides this summer? Audiobooks! If you are looking for screen-free ideas to enjoy that travel time, my community has come up with more than 100 family-friendly audiobooks. Get them at your library, on the Libby app, or Audible! Download the List HERE Kiddos as young as 3 or 4 can start to follow a simple story! (of course the younger the child, the shorter the story needs to be.) And research shows that audio books ARE considered...

Hi Reader, EVERYONE makes mistakes, including me! But, what do we do after that? How do we make it right? This month's Teach Me How resource is called, "What To Do If You Make a Mistake: Learning How to Take Responsibility and Make Things Better." Have a kiddo that does some blame shifting? This printable will teach children to take responsibility for their actions and to make amends. Download Today! Your kids will learn accountability and practice repairing through fun and interactive...