The Frugal Homeschooling Mom

I'm Moving!

2015-11-29T14:22:00.000-05:00

Guess what? I'm moving. Well, not me, but the blog. I'm moving to a new url soon, hopefully within a couple of weeks! Until then, I've realized that I will need to put my posts on hold until I can get this all settled. Moving from one url to another, and from Blogspot to Wordpress, is a daunting task (if you do it on your own - which I am, because I can't afford to pay

CVS Deals for the week

2015-11-29T14:21:00.002-05:00

Here are the BEST couponing deals at CVS this week! Thank you, Jen Ward at Nifty Thrifty Lady who provides our weekly matchups (see her blog for the full lists). Don't forget to print this week's coupons so you can take advantage of this week's finds! Learn my tips and techniques for couponing under the "Making Homeschool Affordable" tab above. To see

This week's Aldi Deals!

2015-11-25T20:40:00.001-05:00

3 pounds of apples for $2.37, and cream cheese for $.89! Here are your best deals at Aldi for this week! Thanks to Jen Ward at Nifty Thrifty Lady for help with rounding these up! Aldi doesn't accept coupons, but have you printed this week's coupons yet? Here's your kind reminder! Print coupons and learn how I save money with coupons under the "Making Homeschool

$3.99 Photo Desk Calendar

2015-11-25T09:00:00.000-05:00

At York Photo, get a $3.99 Desk Calendar This post contains affiliate links. Here's how to order your Custom Desk Calendar for $3.99 from York Photo: Use promo code YEAR at checkout. You'll save $6! Shipping and handling is not included. Offer is valid for new customers only. Expires 12-20-2015

Why Homeschool: Reason #2 It's Personal

2015-11-25T07:00:00.000-05:00

So, last week I decided to start updating these old posts from 2009, as I am publishing my friends' reasons for homeschooling in my ABC's of Why We Homeschool series going on right now on my blog as well. Many of my reasons for homeschooling are still the same, although it's six years and two additional children later. My youngest child is almost the age Laynie was when I first wrote these

Moneymaker at Kmart (up to $14!)

2015-11-24T16:30:00.002-05:00

Don't you just love these Top Cashback deals? Today, spend $1-$20 at Kmart, and get $15 cash back! Here's how! This post contains affiliate links. DON'T DELAY! This offer is only valid until they sell out, and also ends Friday!!! (Did you miss this announcement? Follow me on Facebook or Twitter so you'll get immediate notifications of these - so sorry to my email

Free Demo of Rosetta Stone

2015-11-24T09:00:00.000-05:00

Sign up to receive a FREE Demo of Rosetta Stone. This post contains affiliate links. Rosetta Stone's new award-winning demo is fresh from the Rosetta Stone Lab. Enjoy a special, interactive tour of their award-winning method.

Free Kids' Meal at IKEA on Tuesdays

2015-11-24T07:00:00.000-05:00

Did you know that every Tuesday, IKEA offers kids a FREE meal? IKEA has a loyalty program called IKEA Family, and as part of that, you can get a free meal on Tuesdays for your children. Up to two kids can eat free with the purchase of an adult entree. If you have an IKEA near you, then enjoy this deal! Thanks to a member of

Black Friday deals at Notebooking Pages - and a FREE Thanksgiving Printable!

2015-11-23T23:06:00.003-05:00

Free Thanksgiving Notebooking Pages are available at Notebooking Pages.com! Also, read this post to find out their super offer for Black Friday this year! This post contains affiliate links. Click here to download the FREE Thanksgiving Notebooking pages! Then, read on! There's a Black Friday deal that you don't want to miss. Free Thanksgiving Notebooking Pages from

Black Friday Deals at Best Buy

2015-11-23T09:00:00.000-05:00

Ok, so you've GOT to see the laptop and the Chromebook deals in this one! They're great for kids for schoolwork. And a printer for $20!? Best Buy has announced their Black Friday deals, and I've included links so you can read reviews or check out the products ahead of time in preparation for your shopping trip! I've highlighted my favorites in RED. Don't forget

Black Friday Deals Review for Target

2015-11-23T08:30:00.000-05:00

Tablets and iPad Minis, Rosetta Stone, a cute little popcorn maker, Minecraft, and more! If you're heading to Target to take advantage of their Black Friday deals, here's a run-down for you of what I thought homeschooling families on a budget would like best! I've included links so you can read reviews or check out the products ahead of time! I've highlighted my favorites

Best Black Friday Deals: Kohl's 2015

2015-11-23T08:00:00.000-05:00

Another $20 printer! A bunch of $5 appliances too. And, a great starter sewing machine - perfect! Here are the Kohl's Black Friday deals - a complete list. I've included links so you can read reviews or check out the products ahead of time in preparation for your shopping trip! I've highlighted my favorites in RED. This post contains affiliate links.

Walmart Best Black Friday Deals

2015-11-23T07:30:00.000-05:00

In here: several laptops, tablets, and printers to choose from, and some good cell phone deals. Oh, and a good price on a laminator - $12.88!!! Walmart's Black Friday ad isn't spectacular (IMO), but there are a few things you may want to take a look at - what do you think? I've included links so you can read reviews or check out the products ahead of time! I've

A Run-down of the Black Friday Deals at Toys 'R Us

2015-11-23T07:00:00.001-05:00

Black Friday at Toys 'R Us: Are you ready? Here's a quick run-down of what to expect in deals, and I've included links so you can read reviews or check out the products ahead of time! I've highlighted my favorites in RED. There are some really great educational deals - tablets for less than $50, musical instruments, LEGO's and Megablocks, movies, diapers and wipes, Leapfrog

Best CVS Deals for the Week of Nov. 22nd (includes Black Friday)

2015-11-22T10:52:00.003-05:00

There are two sets of deals this week - the regular deals, AND the best-looking Black Friday deals as well! Here are the BEST couponing deals at CVS! Thank you, Jen Ward at Nifty Thrifty Lady who provides our weekly matchups (see her blog for the full lists). Don't forget to print this week's coupons so you can take advantage of this week's finds! Learn

Freebies for Homeschool Moms: Week 9

2015-11-21T09:00:00.000-05:00

FREE samples of shampoo/conditioner, dog food, Redbull, a Thanksgiving journal, and MORE. Hand-picked just for frugal homeschooling moms! This post contains affiliate links. Be sure to sign up for emails or follow me on Facebook so you won't ever miss these! Click here to see more freebies from previous weeks. Free Schwarzkopf Diamond Color & Radiance Shampoo &

Homeschool Giveaways: Week 74

2015-11-21T07:00:00.000-05:00

There's a giveaway going on right now here at TFHSM! Don't miss it, plus here I've listed TONS more!!! This post may contain affiliate links. Tip: Newly listed giveaways are always at the top! $62 in Children's Music CD's, ends Nov. 29th $15,000 from Zillow and FREE 5x7 from Shutterfly, ends Dec. 1Wireless Epson Expression Premium Printer, ends Jan. 5, 2016147,000 Free

ABC's of Why We Homeschool: C is for Creative

2015-11-20T09:00:00.000-05:00

It's the third post in my ABC's of Why We Homeschool series, and Gwen Brown of Gwen's Nest says that C is her reason: for Crafts and Creativity! She's sharing her DIY block crayons! C is for Creative. Photo used with permission "I love to homeschool, because my kids love to do crafts, and creative projects. Coloring and drawing not only keeps their hands and eyes busy while I

Coupon Updates

2015-11-20T07:00:00.001-05:00

Swanson broth, Lysol disinfectant wipes, Kashi Organic, and MORE! Use these coupons with my coupon matchups to save 75% or even better, get stuff FREE at your local stores. Print now, and be ready! This post contains affiliate links. Want to learn how to use coupons to save money on your groceries? Click the tab at the top of the page, and I'll teach you! Did you miss this

Kellogg's Family Rewards Codes Added

2015-11-19T15:36:00.000-05:00

Are you a Kellogg's Family Rewards Fan? Here is a list of codes to try. This post contains affiliate links. These Kellogg's Family Rewards codes are shareable. Please do not share one-time codes! But leave a comment below if you know of any others that I have missed! Use these codes and one-time use codes from Kellogg's products to easily earn free rewards like

Why Homeschool: Reason #1 Pace

2015-11-19T07:00:00.000-05:00

I thought it would be fun to list my reasons for homeschooling. Sometimes people ask me, "Why Homeschool?" I wrote these reasons in June of 2009, when I was doing preschool at home with Laynie. She's now in 4th grade, and I'm updating the posts over the next few months, along with guest posts from my blogging friends in my ABC's of Why We Homeschool Series. Enjoy!

Aldi Deals: Week of 11/18

2015-11-18T09:59:00.004-05:00

2 lbs of carrots $.89, whole turkey $.99/lb, turkey gravy $.89, whipped topping $.79, canned pumpkin $.89, and Disney Frozen or Monster High dolls $11.99. Here are your best deals at Aldi for November 18th through the 24th! Thanks to Jen Ward at Nifty Thrifty Lady for help with rounding these up! Aldi doesn't accept coupons, but have you printed this week's coupons yet

14 Educational Stocking Stuffer Ideas

2015-11-18T07:00:00.001-05:00

These are our stockings, filled with loot from Santa! I took this picture last year just before the kids woke up. We have some amazing stockings that my mother-in-law has made for each member of our family. They are treasures that I simply adore, my favorite thing to put up each year, because of the time she took to make them. She's made them for every one of her children's families, and we

Coupon Updates

2015-11-17T09:00:00.000-05:00

Use these coupons with my coupon matchups to save 75% or even better, get stuff FREE at your local stores. Print now, and be ready! This post contains affiliate links. Want to learn how to use coupons to save money on your groceries? Click the tab at the top of the page, and I'll teach you! Did you miss this week's Kellogg's Family Rewards codes? Don't worry - you can see them

$10 Chili's Gift Card FREE with purchase

2015-11-16T09:00:00.001-05:00

Do you like Chili's? Know someone who does? Right now you can purchase a Chili's Gift Card or eGift Card of $50 or greater and receive FREE $10 eBonus Card! You can email it OR print it out! This post contains affiliate links.