Saturday, June 20, 2015

How To Save Money On Groceries Without Using Coupons

How To Save Money On Groceries Without Using Coupons

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Thursday, June 18, 2015

How To Build Your Own Time Capsule





How To Build Your Own Time Capsule


It's officially summer!! When I think about summer, I think of nonstop fun. There are so many fun things my family and I love to do during the summer. We night fish, camp, ride the inner-tube behind the boat, swim, catch lighting bugs, and so much more. If you'll notice all these activities are outdoors, and unfortunately it rains a lot here in the summer. We don't let just the rain stop us from having fun, however if that rain is accompanied by thunder and lightening it does. 

Here is an activity for those days that you can't get outside.






Time Capsule 

What you'll need:

  • A time capsule (you can use a jar with lid, coffee can with lid, whatever you have laying around that has a lid you can tighten up)
  • Photos, coins, anything that you want to give yourself in the future (nothing of high value)
  • Scissors
  • craft supplies (construction paper, glue, ribbon, etc) to decorate time capsule

Instructions:

1. Decorate time capsule however you want. That's if you even want to decorate it, but it's more fun to make it pretty. 

2. Place items such as photos and coins in your time capsule along with a note to yourself with the time, date,your age, and any other information you would like to add. Close the lid on your jar and place it in a plastic bag.



3. Now find a place in your yard to bury it. Just don't forget where you put it. I suggest near a tree or some other land mark.







You now have a time capsule. You can go back and dig it up in a few years to see the things you put in it. You will be surprised how interesting it is to look back at those memories. The most interesting thing you will look at will be your photos and handwriting.  

Monday, June 15, 2015

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25 EPSOM SALT USES

25 EPSOM SALT USES

1. Lawn and garden —Epsom salt may help your plants grow greener and have more blooms!

2. Pedicure — Combine 1/2 cup Epsom salt and warm soapy water, then soak your feet for 5 minutes to soften skin. Remove nail polish, push back cuticles, then cut and file your nails. Soak an additional 5 minutes in a warm Epsom bath for super soft feet.

3. Hair volumizer — Combine equal parts conditioner and Epsom salt. Work the mixture through your hair and leave for 20 minutes. The result? Volume!

4. Facial scrub — Mix 1/2 tsp of Epsom salt with your favorite cleanser; massage into skin using small circles to give your pores a deep-cleaning. Rinse your face with cool water, pat dry.

5. Relax — Add two cups of Epsom salt to your very-warm bath water and soak for 15 minutes. You can purchase Epsom salt with lavender or eucalyptus for an extra-soothing bath experience.

6. Sea salt texturizing hair spray — Combine 1 cup of hot water, 2 tablespoons Epsom salt, 1 teaspoon aloe vera gel and 1/2 tsp conditioner in a spray bottle. Spray salt mixture into hair and scrunch hair with your hand for pretty beachy-waves.

7. Fabric softener crystals — Mix 4 cups of Epsom salt and 20 drops of essential oil to make DIY fabric softener crystals. Use 1/4 cup per load and add at beginning of wash.

8. Splinter removal — Soak area in an Epsom salt bath for easy splinter extraction.

9. Body scrub — After showering, massage handfuls of Epsom salt over wet skin to exfoliate the body.

10. Exfoliation — mix 2 cups of Epsom salt with 1/4 cup of petroleum jelly and a few drops of lavender essential oil. Gently massage into dry patches for smoother skin.

11. Mosquito bites — Epsom salt can ease the symptoms of mosquito bites. Make a compress by soaking a washcloth in cold water that has been mixed with Epsom salt (2 tablespoons per cup of water), then gently apply to the bite area.

12. Sore muscles and arthritis — Add 2 cups of Epsom salt to your very-warm bath water, agitate the water with your hands to dissolve it then soak for 15 minutes.

13. Tile cleaner — Mix equal parts of dish soap and Epsom salt for a super easy and effective tile cleaner. Rinse with clean water.

14. Bedtime bath for kids — Add one cup of Epsom salt to your kids’ evening bath to help them sleep more peacefully.

15. Headache relief — Evidence shows that that soaking in an Epsom salt bath can relieve headache symptoms.

16. Acne — Epsom salt has antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties making it a fantastic natural treatment for acne.

17. Remove odor on hands and feet — Add 3 Tablespoons of Epsom salt to 1 quart of warm water and soak your hands or feet for 15 minutes. This will makes your skin soft, your nails shine, and also help remove foul odors.

18. Relieve constipation — Pour 8 oz. of drinking water into a glass, mix with 1 to 2 tsp. of Epsom salt and drink the mixture for immediate relief of constipation. Mixing directions are also found on most Epsom salt packages, consult your physician before trying this.

19. Sunburn relief — Dissolve two tablespoons of Epsom salt in 1 cups of water and spray on minor sunburns.

20. Draw out infection — For simple infections on hands or feet, soak in a hot Epsom salt bath for 10 minutes to help clear the area. Note, some staph infections are worsened by soaking in hot water, consult your physician.

21. Cure for common cold — Did you know that Epsom salt baths can speed healing by detoxifying your body and increasing your white blood cell count? Try an Epsom salt bath the next time you feel those first symptoms of a cold.

22. Reduce swelling — Epsom salt baths can help the appearance of bruises and reduce swelling.

23. Deter slugs — Sprinkle a trail of Epsom salt around the area you want to be free of slugs.

24. Blackhead removal — Mix a teaspoon of Epsom salt, 3 drops iodine and half a cup of boiling water. Dab this solution to your blackheads with a cotton ball to help naturally extract them.

25. Insecticide — Mix Epson salt with water, add to a spray bottle and spray on plants to naturally deter insects.



MILLION DOLLAR SPAGHETTI

MILLION DOLLAR SPAGHETTI

Traditional Spaghetti with a twist. I wasn't so sure about this at first when Emma found the recipe, but we tried it and it was so good. 

What you'll need:

8 ounces cream cheese
¼ cup sour cream
1 cup cottage cheese
½ cup butter
1 (16 oz) package spaghetti
8 ounces grated cheddar cheese
Spaghetti sauce
1lb ground beef
¼ cup grated onion

What to do:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
in a large skillet brown the ground beef over medium-high heat while breaking the meat up into chunks with a spatula. Drain off any excess grease. Add in the grated onion and cook for an additional 2 minutes.Add spaghetti sauce to ground beef.

Meanwhile, cook the noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a medium bowl combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and cottage cheese until well blended.
Put about 4 thin slices of butter onto the bottom of a 9 x 13 inch baking dish. Place half of the spaghetti noodles on top of the butter slices. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the top of the noodles. Place the remaining half of the noodles over the cream cheese mixture and top with 4 more thin slices of butter. Place the spaghetti sauce over the top of the noodles and butter.
Place into the oven and bake at 350 degrees F. for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, remove the casserole from the oven and spread a layer of the cheddar cheese evenly on top. Return to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese has melted.

10 Home Remedies You Need to Know

10 Home Remedies You Need to Know
As a mother I don't like to grab medicines when my girls are sick. I try using a more natural approach first. Most of the time it will work, but as you know it always depends on what the problem is to begin with. 


Sore Throat- gargle salt water,  has been a great way to relieve the pain of an aching throat for a long time. Add 1 Tbsp. table salt to a cup of warm water, gargle and spit. popsicles and sherbert help too

Pink Eye/ Eye Infection– A few drops of breast milk in the infected eye several times a day can cure some babies eye issues. If breast milk is not available moistened chamomile tea bags applied to the eye several times a day for several days can work as well.

Cough- Combine juice from ½ a lemon and 2-3 Tbsp. of raw honey, warmed in the microwave sip as needed to soothe coughs

Lice– Saturate hair with mayonnaise, pile it on top of your child’s head and let it sit for as long as your child will tolerate (2 hours if possible) Pick up a lice comb from the pharmacy and comb thoroughly every couple days. Repeat as needed. Rinse hair with vinegar often to avoid getting lice. 

Headache/Sinus Pressure- Lavender or Peppermint essential oil either inhaled or applied topically to the temples or bottom of skull. Peppermint dilates blood vessels and gets blood pumping while lavender relaxes you.

Bug Bites– Make a paste of baking soda and water, apply to the bite and allow it to sit and remove the sting. Witch Hazel and Tea Tree Oil are said to relieve pain and itching from bites as well. For Mosquito bites apply a frozen spoon to the bite to stop the itching.

Swimmer’s Ear- Use a mixture of ½ alcohol and ½ vinegar as a preventative for ear infections, put 1 drop in each ear before swimming. Do not use if you have an active ear infection.

Plantar Warts– Tape a piece of banana over top of warts, within a few days the wart falls right off.

Sunburns- Aloe Vera applied to red sunburned skin offers quick, mild relief. Aloe plants are very easy to grow and are a must have in every yard.

Fever –  fluids, a luke warm bath, and two pair socks soaked in apple cider vinegar placed on feet and around wrists can help reduce fevers below 102 by a few degrees anything higher or that won't go away should be brought to a physicians attention





 

The Balloon Experiment

The Balloon Experiment

Chemical reactions are important to learn because they can be dangerous, but they can also be fun to watch! Your kids will love this experiment because it shows them a chemical reaction in action while demonstrating the power that such a reaction can have. As a result, they will be encouraged to explore the way in which other materials react to one another. This experiment isn't dangerous but will show them that combining chemicals causes reactions which in return can be dangerous. So be sure to stress that part while going through this experiment with them.

What you'll need:

  • Soda Bottle
  • Balloon
  • Water (A little over 2.5 tablespoons)
  •  Vinegar
  • Straw
  • Baking Soda (1 Teaspoon)
Instructions:

Start by stretching the balloons out, making it easier for them to fill with carbon dioxide once the chemical reaction begins.
Next, have your kids pour a little over two and a half tablespoons of water into the soda bottle. As you prepare the baking soda, also have your children get ready to attach the balloon.
After the water is in the bottle, add a teaspoon of baking soda and mix it with the straw. When the baking soda has dissolved, add the vinegar.
Immediately after pouring, have your kids attach the balloon to the mouth of the soda bottle. As the chemical reaction takes place, the balloon will inflate with carbon dioxide. Talk to your kids about how chemical reactions form. In this case, the reaction is between basic (water) and acidic (vinegar) substances.
This activity will show your kids how chemical reactions take place while demonstrating the power that they hold


The Study of Ants Science Experiment

The Study of Ants
Science Experiments we use as a homeschool family.
In some ways, ants are a lot like humans. That is, they tend to have a particular destination in mind, and they can keep track of where their going . They know what turns to take, they can remember where to walk and what to avoid, and they know their way back home. Observing ant behavior is a fun and easy way for kids to learn about how insects act. This experiment also provides a safe way for kids to involve themselves in the activity and see if they can influence the ants’ behavior.

What you'll need:

  •  Ants!
  • Ant Bait (the jar of a lid with some honey or sugar water)
  • Obstruction (a building block, small book, small piece of wood)
  • Journal
Instructions:

The first thing you’ll need to do is find some ants and determine their path. Chances are, they’ll be moving back and forth between their anthill and some kind of food source. In warm weather, finding ants should not be difficult! Take your child to where the ants are and simply watch them for a while.
Ask your child where the ants are coming from, where they’re headed, and what they seem to be doing. Make notice of how they seem to know and remember their path so well!
Next, set your ant bait nearby. Watch what they do. More than likely, one ant will go investigate it, report back to the others, and then lead more of them to where the bait is set! Have your child observe the ants’ behavior carefully; then, set the obstacle in the way. Watch how the ants react, and see how long it takes them to find a new path.
After a while, remove the obstruction and then see what happens! Talk with your child about the ants’ behavior, and note how magnificently they remember their routes and find new paths when they are obstructed.
Use the journal to keep notes about what's happening along the way.


Monday, June 1, 2015

Cheesy Broccoli Soup

Cheesy Broccoli Soup

This recipe is super easy and so good. I like to double the recipe for leftovers.

What you'll need:

1 tablespoon butter
1/2 onion chopped
1/4 butter melted
1/4 cup flour
2 cup milk for thinner soup or 2 cups heavy cream for a thicker soup
2 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups chopped broccoli
2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (we prefer sharp in this)
8 oz block of Velveeta cheese cubed
salt and pepper to taste

What to do:

  1. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion in hot butter until translucent, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  2. Whisk 1/4 cup melted butter and flour together in a large saucepan over medium-low heat; cook until flour loses it's granular texture, adding 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk if necessary to keep the flour from burning, 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Gradually pour milk into flour mixture while whisking constantly. Stir chicken broth into milk mixture. Bring to a simmer; cook until flour taste is gone and mixture is thickened, about 20 minutes. Add broccoli, and sauteed onion; simmer until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
  4. Stir Cheddar cheese and Velveeta cheese into vegetable mixture until cheese melts. Season with salt and pepper to taste.






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Friday, May 29, 2015

50 Reasons I Love Coconut Oil

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50 Reasons I Love Coconut Oil

I use organic virgin Coconut Oil. You can find it just about anywhere, but I find this particular brand at WalMart. I had no idea just how beneficial coconut oil was until a few years ago. We all know it has hundred's of uses, but little did I know it is way more powerful than some prescription medications. That means a lot to me because I'm not one who cares for taking a medication that is chemically designed in a lab. I love naturally healing my body. 

Here is a list of the wonderful benefits coconut oil can give us.
1. Moisturize Your Skin
2. Conditioner
3. Weight Loss
4. Energy Booster
5. Itchy Dogs
6. Fungal Infections 7. Cold Sores
8. Coffee Creamer
9. Healthy Wood Polish
10. Lower Cholesterol and Risk of Heart Disease
11. Reduce Risk of Alzheimer’s 12. Soothe Fly Bites

13. Oil/Butter Replacement 
14. SPF Lip Balm
15. Exfoliating Body Scrub
16. Make-Up Remover
17. Massage Oil
18. Nail and Cuticle Treatment 19. Diaper Cream
20. Nipple Cream
21. Fight Inflammation
22. Leather Polish.
23. Remove Chewing Gum
24. Shaving Cream
25. Dry Nostrils
26. Get Rid of Soap Scum
27. Season Cast Iron Pans
28. Deodorant
29. Bath Oil
30. Rash Soother
31. Cutting Board Conditioner
32. Go-To Carrier/Base Oil.
33. DIY Vapor Rub
34. Prevent Lice
35. Frizz-Fighter
36. Constipation Relief
37. Insect Repellant

38. Wound Care
39. Small Motor Lubricant
40. Reduce Hair Balls
41. Aromatherapy
42. Cracked Paw Pads
43. Metal Polish
44. Moisten A Little One’s Chapped Nose
45. Clean Your Retainer (or Mouth Guard)
46. Use in Toothpaste
47. Ease Arthritis Pain
48. Treat Athletes Foot
49.  Sore throat
50. Prevent Stretch Marks  

Coconut oil has so many uses as you can see and this is just a few. I recommend reading The Alternative Daily Special Report: The Coconut oil scecret exposed It has a lot of good information for those with thyroid and cholesterol problems. 





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Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Homeschool Transcripts



If you are a homeschool family you will need a transcript if you haven't already. If your cover school doesn't supply you with your children's transcript, I highly recommend The Homescholar Total Transcript Solution 
They also have a lot of resources on their websites that you may just want to check out.  

The Three Week Diet

My Experience with The Three Week Diet

If you are struggling with losing weight this is a must read!
I have never been one to buy into any of the fad diets. Mainly because most of my life I wasn't overweight.  About four years ago I injured my back. As you know with an injury comes steroid shots and less activity. Over time I put on a little weight.

A friend of mine had ordered The Three Week Diet and believe it or not it was helping her lose weight. I couldn't believe she ordered reading material to lose weight. So I read through the material to see just how it did this. Well of course there is no magic but it explains what you should and shouldn't eat.You learn how to train your mind to eat better. 

I am proud to say I am back to my normal weight and holding. My eating habits are healthier and I'm so much happier. Now like I said there isn't anything magical about it, you have to have the willpower. 

When you are ready to make a change try The Three Week Diet I would not recommend it if I didn't believe in it.


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Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Homemade Ice Cream Kid Friendly

Homemade Ice Cream 
Make your own homemade ice cream in less 20 minutes. 


What you'll need:

Ice
1 cup ice cream salt (coarse salt)
4 Tbsp. sugar
2 Cups half & half
1 Tsp. vanilla extract
Gallon-Size Ziploc Bag
Quart-Size Ziploc Bag


Mix sugar, half & half, and vanilla extract together. Pour mixture into quart-size ziploc bag. Press the air out of the bag and be sure to close it good. 
Put some ice in the bottom of the gallon- size bag and add 1/2 cup of salt. Place bag with mixture on top of the ice. Put more ice over the bag with mixture and add the remaining 1/2 cup of salt. Close bag. 
Now let the kids shake the bag for 10 minutes. They will see the mixture then to ice cream before their eyes.

If you're not crazy about vanilla or just maybe want to try some different flavors try these ideas:
  • add chopped bananas to mixture
  •  add chopped strawberries to mixture
  •  add chopped blueberries to mixture
  • add chocolate syrup to mixture
Enjoy!


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60 Free or Cheap Summer Activities To Do With Kids

The weather is warm, the kids are out of school and you need something to keep them happy without breaking the bank. Emma, Ally, and I put a list of fun stuff to do together over the summer that won't cost much or will be free. Let us know what you think. Please feel free to add ideas of your own in the comments.

1.  Go on a scavenger hunt
2.  Have a PJ day
3.  Search for animal tracks
4.  Make your own Mad Libs
5.  Have a movie marathon on a rainy day
6.  Fly a kite
7.  Play volleyball
8. Go on a picnic
9. Play with bubbles
10. Draw with sidewalk chalk
11.  Run through the sprinkler
12. Visit local nature preserve
13. Find figures in the clouds
14. Play in the kiddie pool
15. Look for free museum days
16.  Take a hike
17. Make mud pies
18. Take a family bike ride
19.  Make paper dolls
20.  Water the plants
21.  Camp out in the backyard
22.  Start a nature journal
23.  Have a yard sale
24.  Eat dinner outside
25.  Go fishing
26.  Create an online photo book
27.  Make a craft from Pinterest
28. Teach your kids to cook
29.  Pick flowers
30.  Have a yard sale
31.  Go camping
32. Watch the sun set
33. Play cards
34. Try a new recipe
35. Try a new recipe
36. Play dress up
37. Go for a scenic drive
38. Catch fireflies
39. Create an obstacle course
40. Have a water balloon fight
41. Read books aloud.
42. Make popsicles
43. Give each other make overs
44. Take pictures
45. Make our own book
46. Cloud watching
47. Create a memory box or jar
48. Build a campfire
49. Play hide and go seek (in the dark)
50. Visit historical landmarks
51.  Learn family’s history
52.  Scrapbook our summer activities
53.  Make a map of our neighborhood
54.  Make a treasure hunt
55.  Visit our library (even though we do this weekly already)
56.  Paint our nails
57.  Go on a nature hunt
58.  Visit the pet store
59.  Stargaze
60.  Photo scavenger hunt
I'm sure there is so much more that could be added to this list, but we just couldn't come up with anything else. You are welcome to add anything I left out. I hope this list helps solve the summer time boredom. 


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Top CashBack








Top CashBack
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Monday, May 25, 2015

Wal-Mart Freebies

Wal-Mart Freebies
Please remember prices change from store to store. I will keep the list updated as coupons expire. Have something you want me to add to the list? Leave a comment or send an email and I will add it to the list and give you credit.


Buy (1) Oral-B Healthy Clean Toothbrush = $0.94
Use $1/1 Oral-B Toothbrush (RP 5/10) = -$1.00
Final Price: Free plus $0.06 MM
 
Buy (1) Gillette Sensor 2 Razors (2ct) = $1.97
Use (1) $3/1 Gillette Male Disposable Razor (RP 4/12) = -$3.00
Final Price: Free

Buy (1) Biotene Dry Mouth Gum, Toothpaste or Rinse = $0.97
Use (1) $1/1 Biotene product  = -$1.00
Final Price: Free
 
Buy (1) Crest Toothpaste = $0.94
Use (1) $1/1 Crest Toothpaste (P&G 5/3) = -$1.00
Final Price: Free
 
Buy (1) Curad Waterproof Tape (5 yards) = $0.96
Use $1/1 Curad Bandage, Tape or Gauze (SS 5/10) = -$1.00
Final Price: Free 
 
 
Not Freebies But still cheap
 
Buy (1) Schick Slim Twin ST2 Disposable Razors (6 ct) = $3.47
Use (1) $3.00/1 Schick Women’s Disposable Razor from (SS 5/10) = -$3.00
Final Price: $0.47 
 
Buy (1) Sure Deodorant = $1.96
Use (1) $1/1 Sure product (SS 5/3) = -$1.00
Final Price: $0.96 
 
Buy (1) Always Discreet Liner (26 ct) = $2.72
Use (1) $2 off Always Discreet Liner 
= -$2.00
Final Price: $0.72 
 
Buy (1) Playtex Sport Liners (36 ct) = $3.97
Use (1) $3/1 Playtex Sport Liners = -$3.00
Final Price: $0.97
 
Buy (1) Bic Soleil Razor 3ct = $3.47
Use (1) $3/1 Bic Soleil Razor (SS 5/3) = -$3.00
Final Price: $0.47

Buy (1) Rimmel 60 Second Nail Polish = $1.50
Use $1/1 Rimmel Eye, Lip or Nail Product RP 4/26) = -$1.00
Final Price: $0.50
 
Buy (2) Cerave Hydrating Cleanser Bars $4.97/ea = $9.94
Use (1) $7/2 Cerave Products (SS 3/22) = -$7.00
Final Price: $2.94 for both
 
 
 
 

9 Free Learning Websites for Kids


Kid Tested Mom Approved
9 Free Learning Websites for Kids

These are a few of the websites that we allow Ally to use. Each one will be rated by her according to how fun they are. (Her idea)

1. Switcheroo Zoo - here kids can learn all about animals and play games. This is one of my favorites because it has virtual field trips, puzzles, scavenger hunt, and much more. I catch myself answering questions with her while she is playing games. Her favorite game is making her own animal.
Ally's review- 10/10

2. Funbrain - this one is packed full of Math and Reading games. There is also an arcade and playground. The games on this site don't have names, but her favorite has two characters on a teeter totter. You have to toss one of the characters in a pool. They do have some games that are not educational but, they are still suitable for children. 
Ally's review-9/10

3. PBS Kids-has educational games based on the cartoons they show on their t.v. station. This is more for the younger ones because an 8 year old is grown according to Ally. However, she does like the games Dr. Daniel and My bedtime.
Ally's review- 10/10

4. Into The Book - helps elementary aged children work on reading comprehension. This one has them draw out what they read and plays the drawing back to them as a slide show as the story is being read back to them. I love this site, but Ally is not so crazy about it. 
Ally's review- 2/10

5. Starfall - is more for the little ones learning to read.  It has some great games. Actually both of my girls used Starfall when they were learning to read. She likes the songs and the game Who am I?
Ally's review-10/10

6.Seussville -  doesn't have many learning games. They do have printable worksheets.
She didn't review this one since they didn't really have many games. She said it would be unfair to them.

7. Storyline Online - the best way I know to explain this site is an online library. Well kind of. It has a few books, but the cool thing about it is they read they book to your child. I may be the only parent that gets excited about a site or app that will read to my child. Yes, I do read to her daily and she reads to me daily, but some days I get tired and those little things do help. 
Ally's review- 0/10 (only because it's not games)

8. ABCya - this one has games grouped according to grade. The grade levels go from kindergarten to 5th grade. I'm not sure how accurately grouped they are because Ally plays the 5th grade level. She is extremely smart too. 
Ally's review- 7/10 

9. Highlights Kids - has games, stuff for them to read, and crafts. When I was younger we would get Highlights books and I always looked forward to getting them. This is a virtual Highlights book basically. We do a lot of Science experiments around here and this is definitely one of our go to sites.
Ally's review- 8/10

So here is the basic sites we use. We do use a few others, but I just wanted to go over a few of the most used. These are just Ally's, Emma has a whole other list she uses since she is older. I would love to hear of any other great educational sites out there. I'm sure there are tons I've never heard of.