As the summer days wind down, families are preparing for the back-to-school season. How do you organize your home and day to make this transition run smoothly? Perfection should never be the goal, but simplicity can be. The more you simplify your household and daily tasks, the faster you can get to the fun part…
Category: Parenting & Kids
7 Best Teacher-Approved Gifts for Teacher Appreciation Week
This week is National Teacher Appreciation Week, and we’ve got 7 thoughtful last-minute gift ideas to show the teachers in your life that you care! Tell a Teacher you care with a thoughtful gift for Teacher Appreciation Week. This week, we’re saying Thank You to the hard-working teachers in our lives. To the molders of…
35 Unique Family Date Night Ideas
If you’re looking for family date night ideas, We’ve got you covered. We understand the importance of spending quality time with family. Sharing unique experiences together will create memories that last a lifetime. With Valentine’s Day around the corner, now is the perfect time to plan a special family date night. If you’re spending the…
22 Family Resolutions
The start of a new year is the perfect time to get family resolutions into place. Many of us are accustomed to setting personal goals for the new year. But have you ever thought about setting collective goals as a family unit? Setting goals will provide benefits to every family member. Family goals help motivate…
Last Minute Gift Ideas for Everyone in Your Family
Christmas is five days away! If you have yet to do your holiday shopping, you probably need some last-minute gift ideas. Don’t worry, we’ve all been there, and Dream Dinners has you covered. Christmas has a funny way of sneaking up on us. How is it only five days away!? If you still haven’t done…
Getting Together & Giving Back During The Holidays
Giving back during the holidays is a beautiful family tradition and a fantastic way to spread holiday cheer. The holidays are a magical time where we get to create memories with the family, gather around the dinner table to enjoy delicious holiday meals, give thanks to all we have, and bask in all the joy of…
Impactful Fall Routines for Families
Fall is arguably the coziest season of the year, so why not implement some cozy fall routines to improve the well-being of your family? According to Northwestern Medicine, having a routine can significantly improve overall health. A routine can improve sleeping habits, mental sharpness, performance, emotional well-being, and energy levels. Routines also help to reduce…
Fall Festivities and Halloween Activities for the Whole Family to Enjoy
Celebrate fall with our printable activity toolkit! Are you all about Pumpkin Spice Lattes, comfy plaids, and crisp fall leaves? Do you have little ones to celebrate the changing weather and share in fun activities? Our current holiday toolkit has fresh ideas for fall festivities, including recipes, Halloween tricks and treats, and new traditions to…
Outdoor Family Movie Night
Transform your backyard into a drive-in theater this weekend for an exciting outdoor family movie night! Get the family together, set up an outdoor movie screen, and get ready for a night of fun. From setup to snacks to movies perfect for a cozy cinematic backyard experience, Dream Dinners has you covered. We’re providing all…
10 Tips for Fall Apple Picking Adventures
Are you looking for a fun, family-friendly activity to get you and the kiddos outside this fall? Look no further than your nearest orchard for apple picking! This outing can be enjoyed by family members of all ages, gives you an excuse to break out the flannel plaids or cardigans you’ve been eying since the…
Transitioning the Family Back to In-Person Learning
After a year of attending school on Zoom, many parents feel relieved as the kids head back into the classroom this fall. Back-to-school can still be a stressful time for everyone involved! Grab your little learners and take a few deep breaths. You’ve got this! Let us help you ease back into back-to-school learning with…
School Lunch Ideas for Kids
Sandwich, chips, juice box, repeat… the kids are getting tired of eating it, and you are getting tired of packing it. Back to school season comes with a good amount of stress, and packing lunch for the kids is just one of them. Dream Dinners wants to help make the school year as easy as…