Going Green With Kids – How to Recycle You...

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  Just now getting your holiday decorations taken down and trying to figure out what to do with that real Christmas tree? There are ways to recycle your tree at the end of the season that you might not even be aware of. Here are 9 easy ways to recycle your real Christmas tree. Check for Curbside… Continue Reading…

Repair, Replace or Recycle? What To Do When Your...

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While I’m a pretty even tempered person, one of my big pet peeves that gets me riled up big time is when technology doesn’t work the way it’s supposed to. I can’t stand when our expensive laptops, phones, computers or something else doesn’t work and it can make me crazy trying to figure out what’s… Continue Reading…

Recycling With Kids – How to Recycle TVs, ...

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We’ve been talking about ways for your family to go more green in 2013 here at 2 Kids and a Coupon and one of the easiest ones to teach your kids is recycling. In addition to the cans and bottles you probably do each week for trash and recycling collection, did you know other household… Continue Reading…

Guest Post – Top 5 Ways To Make Your Home ...

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Being eco-friendly is a great way to ease your conscience and soothe your money worries because saving the planet and saving your pennies tend to go hand in hand. Some of the things you can do are incredibly simple while others take a little extra effort, but in the long term anything you can do… Continue Reading…

Save Green by Going Green Guest Post – How...

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Like the handy to use cleaning wipes in a container but don’t like the chemicals or the hefty price? Here are some great instructions on how to make non-toxic cleaning wipes right at home. Step 1 Take a roll of 2-ply paper towels and cut it in half with a sharp knife.  Try to avoid serrated… Continue Reading…

Guest Post – Why Locally Sourced Foods Are...

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Investing in locally sourced foods has many benefits for you and your family. Locally sourced foods tend to be produced with fewer preservatives, and are also grown to make the most of the seasons. In this way, it is possible to eat healthily through fresh food during the year, while also ensuring that local farms… Continue Reading…

10 Tips to Save On Your Water Bill – Faucet Re...

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The current heatwave and lack of rain have made things pretty darn hot and dry in most of the country. Many communities nationwide are asking consumers to cut back on water usage. Whether you’re trying to watch water by request of your local waterworks, or merely trying to cut back on your water bill, here… Continue Reading…

#Gardening Guest Post – 8 Tips for Making ...

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Whether you do it to save on your produce costs, as a hobby or as a fun family activity with the kids, growing a garden can be fun and rewarding. If you’re working on your own garden this summer, or even just thinking about it for next year, here are a few great tips on… Continue Reading…

Guest Post: 10 #Kid Safe #Cleaning Products That...

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With a child that suffers from allergies and asthma, I’ve become a lot more conscious in recent years on the ingredients in different cleaning supplies. Many of the products on store shelves contain unfriendly ingredients, that you have to clean again with after using just to remove the chemical residue. Whether you’re thinking about making your own… Continue Reading…

5 Tips for Teaching Toddlers & Kids About S...

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My little guy (who just turned 3) has recently become fascinated (OK, actually obsessed!) with the Dr. Seuss movie and book “The Lorax”. In case you’ve never read the book or seen it, a bad businessman cuts down all the beautiful trees, pollutes the air and water, and forces out all the animals who can’t survive there… Continue Reading…

4 Tips for Making Your Summer Vacation More Gree...

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  As you’re planning summer time trips and adventures for your family and getting out to enjoy nature this summer, it’s also a great time to teach your kids about protecting the environment as well. Regardless of where you’re traveling this summer, there are some simple and easy steps that can make your travels a… Continue Reading…

Teaching My 2 Year Old About the Environment, So...

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I never thought I’d have to start talking about conservation and environmentalism with my 2 year old, but it’s kind of funny how kids surprise you!  My little man during the last few months has developed a serious obsession with the Dr. Seuss book and movie “The Lorax” this year and after sitting through both… Continue Reading…

Reader Comments: What is Your Family Doing to Go...

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Earth day is this weekend and as most of us are taking a little extra time this month to minimize our environmental impact. I recently asked 2 Kids and a Coupon readers what you’re doing to help your family be more green. Here’s what you said! Valerie M. says: We use refill water bottles and reusable shopping… Continue Reading…

Reader Comments: What is Your Family Doing to Go...

In the spirit of Earth Day just a few days away, we’ll be sharing lots of green ideas and tips. Even on a budget, there’s lots of little things we can do to make a difference. Recently I asked all of you what you and your family are doing to be more environmentally friendly. Here’s… Continue Reading…

Reader Comments: What is Your Family Doing to Be...

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In the spirit of Earth Day just a few days away, we’ll be sharing lots of green ideas and tips. Even on a budget, there’s lots of little things we can do to make a difference. Recently I asked all of you what you and your family are doing to be more environmentally friendly. Here’s… Continue Reading…