School has started back up, it’s getting a little chillier out, and the leaves are changing colors. Fall is in the air, even if it might not be on the calendar yet. One of the best things about fall has to be all of the seasonal activities. Some of the best activities surround the famous fall favorite– pumpkins! Keep reading to learn about pumpkin-related events and treats! Pumpkin Patch Oklahoma is famous for having farmland as far as the eye can see. It only makes sense that some of these farmers would use their fertile soil to grow pumpkins. Some... Continue reading
Summer is coming to a close, and for many families, that means preparing the kids to go back to school… which means back to school shopping. Lets take a look at some of the best sales and resources parents can take advantage of to make the process as painless as possible. Backpacks, General School Supplies, and Haircuts All children ages 6-12 are invited to attend the Annual Back2School Bash on August 8th and 9th from 9am-5pm at 1900 N. MacArthur Blvd, Oklahoma City. Tickets to the event vary from $25-75, and include a haircut, backpack filled with school supplies, hair... Continue reading
Knowing how to read is one of the most important skills any person, including children, can have. As of 2023, Oklahoma has a staggeringly low literacy rate for adults— at about only 75%. Luckily, Oklahomans can do their part to increase the state’s literacy rate by teaching their children how to read. Below are some facts about reading, how to teach children to read, and other resources anyone can use for free. Benefits of Early Reading Children go through a bulk of their major development milestones before they reach age five. Their brains expand and they are ripe for taking... Continue reading
Easter is one of the major Christian holidays. The date that it takes place changes every year; this year Easter lands on April 9. There are many traditions celebrated on Easter, with some of the most common ones being making Easter baskets, attending an Easter egg hunt, and going to church. To make your search for Easter activities easier, we’ve found some great resources and event schedules that you can use to plan your Easter. Make Easter Baskets There are no rules when it comes to making Easter baskets. By “making Easter baskets” we mean filing them with treats. In... Continue reading
During the 2021 holiday season, Sample Oklahoma is partnering with the Single Parent Support Network and the Real Single Moms charity. Both of these groups are currently asking for Christmas toy (and other gifts) donations. Anyone can donate until December 9. Let’s take a look at both of these charities and how they benefit local families. Single Parent Support Network (SPSN) The Single Parent Support Network works to help both single mothers and fathers. The non-profit was founded in 2002, with the goal of educating and empowering single parents. The SPSN helps to teach single parents by providing life coaching... Continue reading