Is the break over? Where did it go? That’s how we feel around here. My son was labeling his school supplies and I marveled at how he gets it all organized. Holy smokes, I’m the mom of a seven-year-old. Do you ever feel that way?

Well, this week, I’ve rounded up some of the top posts from my blogging friends on the topic of making the transition into Back to School season easier. I think you’ll love all the free printables, easy DIY projects, simple recipes and more.

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20+ Epic Ideas for Easier Back to School Routines

The pace of life picks up as families head back into Back to School season. If you could use a little help planning for the back to school routine, you are in the right place. We’ve got meal planning and easy recipes to help you, a list of books to help kids ease back into school, loads of fun DIY projects to make back to school more fun, FREE lunchbox notes, gift ideas for teachers, things to help mom get organized, and so much more. And don’t miss the chance to WIN $1,000 for your school. Keep reading for more great tips and loads of ideas for family fun!

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Every week at HappyandBlessedHome.com we share the talents and top posts from our blogging friends all around the web with HappyandBlessedHome.com readers via: Family Fun Friday. The Family Fun Friday Team reviews 100+ link-ups to select the top features in the following categories: Encouraging Posts for Moms, Recipes, Family Fun, Crafts and Homeschooling.

Every week is different and is tailored to the trends that are current to help moms save time and energy so they can have more freedom to do what they love best – enjoy family fun!   If you are looking for the best tips, links, resources, freebies and more – you’ve come to the right place! Family Fun Friday is all about connecting as a family.

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Thanks to all my blogging friends for linking up last week at Family Fun Friday. I have a special YouTube Video for you at Thank You All My Blogging Friends! So many great ideas, crafts and things to do!

If you link up, you permit me to use your pictures/ideas as part of future posts and/or social media. Now on to some fabulous posts for moms. Thanks again for all your wonderful ideas! I hope these Family Friendly and Fun ideas inspire you.

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Just an unbelievable list of free things you can win, free printables, easy recipes, organizing tips, DIY projects, and Fall fashion finds just in time for back to school!

20+ Epic Ideas for Easier Back to School Routines

1. WIN $1,000 for your School and WIN Daily with the Box Tops for Education Sweepstakes! They have instant winners all day long of all the stuff you see below, and each and every time you enter, your school gets a chance to win $1,000. WOOT! Enter The Box Tops for Education Sweepstakes here. 
2. 10 Themed Back to School Signs. Do you have a son or daughter who loves characters like Frozen, Doc McStuffins, Sesame Street and Princesses? Check out my FREE  10 Themed Back to School Signs. These are my two boys with some of the signs we made. 
3. Great Back to School Books by Kelli Miller features the perfect reads for kids heading back to school. http://3boysandadog.com/great-back-to-school-books/

4. FREE Lunchbox Notes and 5 Tips to Pack a Lunch with FUN! I had a blast adding googly eyes and fun magnets to my son’s lunchbox. Check out my easy-peasy tips and get free lunchbox notes!

5. LollyJane shared a DIY Back to School Backpack Tutorial with a free printable: http://lollyjane.com/back-to-school-diy-backpack-tag-free-printable/
6. $10 FREE Towards a Kiwi Crate perfect for Back to School Season 
7. Back to school sewing projects by Flamingo Toes includes some adorable backpacks, snack pockets, pencil and notebook cases and more! http://www.flamingotoes.com/2017/07/cute-creative-back-school-sewing-projects/
8. FREE Owl Book Labels and my FAMOUS S’mores Snack Bar Recipe. FREE Owl Book Labels.

Welcoming a New Teacher

1. 24 Ways to Encourage Others – a wonderful back to school teacher gift: 24 Ways to encourage others.
2. Looking to make a connection with your child’s new teacher? Or would you like to create a personalized pencil case for your son or daughter? There are SO MANY options to personalize everything from lunchboxes to coffee mugs and everything in-between. Check out my post on Zazzle Personalized Back to School Supplies for some great ideas!
3. 6 Teacher Appreciation Gifts – At the end of the school year last year, I wrapped up with some great ideas for Teacher Appreciation Gifts. Check out this list for some fun, FREE printables and great gift ideas like this one: 

Helping Moms Transition

1. Let’s not forget about mom! Here’s a FREE Back to School Menu Planning Printable from 3 Boys and a Dog: http://3boysandadog.com/back-to-school-menu-planning-printable/
2. Need a quick meal that’s hearty, nutritious, and filling? My top 3 picks for back to school include my easy make-ahead French Toast Bake (prepare the night before), Bacon and Pork Stir Fry (only takes 1/2 an hour to make and the bacon is already wrapped into the pork loin), and my easy recipe for make-ahead Pizza Dough (even picky eaters love to make their own pizza and eat it!).
   
3. Now that the kids are back to school, here are a few tips to help mom get her desk at home organized from The Scrap Shoppe Blog: http://www.thescrapshoppeblog.com/2017/07/creative-desk-organization-ideas.html
4. Cooler weather may mean sprucing up your wardrobe with some fall essentials. Me, I’m a shoes and handbag kinda gal, and I love a new dress every now and then. I recently joined JustFab because I love their shoes and purses. Check out their latest fashions. Plus, learn how you can earn free clothing and accessories through their refer a friend” program. In fact, if you just fill out their JustFab style survey, I get some credit towards my favorite fashion goodies. Thank you! (P.S. I bought the brown cross over bag and the pink backpack you see pictured here – I love them! The blue dress is next on my list!)

Need even more Back to School Ideas?

1. I counted 53 Amazing Back to School Ideas and Printables on Lolly Jane’s Round Up to help everyone get ready for Back to School http://lollyjane.com/back-to-school-ideas/ – Thanks for linking up this great list of ideas Lolly Jane!
   
   

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