In many cultures, May 1st is a holiday called May Day. This celebration marks the halfway point between the spring equinox and the summer solstice. As with many early holidays, May Day was rooted in agriculture. Springtime festivities filled with song and dance celebrated the sown fields starting to sprout. Cattle were driven to pasture …
Autumn Tools: Preparation Is Key
August 29, 2022September is right around the corner, which means autumn will be here before you know it. Cold weather can change a lot about how your house functions, so it’s important to make sure everything will continue running smoothly. Here are a few things you should do to prepare your home for the changing seasons. Check …
Calming Back-To-School Mayhem
August 8, 2022Back-to-school anxiety is normal and understandable. Both kids and adults may worry about the upcoming school year and everything that comes with it. Unfortunately, this can lead to procrastinating until the last moment, causing an incredibly hectic first morning—starting the school year on a stressful, chaotic note. Instead, use these tips to prepare for back-to-school …
Back-To-School Checklists 2022
August 8, 2022Check out this year’s updated checklists for Kindergarten through College, in all our Franklin Planner sizes, to help you get organized and start the school year off right. Download and print only the pdfs you want—then trim, punch (for ring-bound), and include in your planner—so they’re with you on the go. Elementary Checklists: E Pocket …
Back to School Checklists 2021
August 12, 2021Heading back to school this year may mean going back to in-person classes. Kids deserve not to just go back, but to thrive, catch up academically and socially, and have their best year yet. Although regulations will differ depending on the school district, there are a few basics everyone will need. Before you go shopping, …
2020 Holiday Gift List – FREE Printable
November 23, 2020Have you started your holiday shopping yet? Whether you have or not, give yourself some peace of mind by having your gift giving organized and in one place. Download this Holiday Gift List and track who you’re giving the gift to, what it is, how much it cost, and its wrapping status! Pocket size – …
Back to School: Our Top Academic Planners
August 17, 2020As difficult as it may be to admit, summer is flying by. If you’re planning ahead, you’ve already written, “first day of school” on your planners and calendars. It’ll be here before you know it. Consistent planning is sure to help all of us prepare, so no one feels blindsided by deadlines and events. We …
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Back to School Checklists 2020
August 10, 2020This year, back to school feels different than it has ever felt, doesn’t it? The whole world has been jolted. Yet, our students need education and safe social interaction. Whatever your student’s school situation may be, now is the time to prepare! We’ve continued our annual tradition of back to school organization with these helpful …
Spring Cleaning Checklist 2020 – Free Download
April 13, 2020As you prepare to make a fresh start this spring, consider the roles your home plays in your life. Home is where you eat, relax, prepare, create, entertain, listen, and serve. Each room has a purpose, but they often overlap. That means you have books, clothes, cleaning supplies, etc. in more than one place. …
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The Franklin Five: April 2020
March 23, 2020Spring is in the air and so are taxes. Create a system to keep your papers in order and use your planner to track your expenses. Get the garden ready for a nice harvest or summer blooms! Here are a few things to add to your list: April Checklist Pocket Size: PDF April Checklist Compact Size: PDF April Checklist Classic Size: PDF April Checklist Monarch Size: PDF
Back to School Checklists 2019
July 29, 2019When you have students heading back to school, it can be hard to remember everything they need, especially if you have students at different stages of their education. We’ve continued our annual tradition of back to school organization with these helpful checklists, with one for each stage of your child’s schooling. Print them out, place …
Summer Bucket List
July 15, 2019Spring Cleaning Checklist 2019 – Free Download
April 22, 2019As you prepare to make a fresh start this spring, consider the roles your home plays in your life. Home is where you eat, relax, prepare, create, entertain, listen, and serve. Each room has a purpose, but they often overlap. That means you have books, clothes, cleaning supplies, etc. in more than one place. This …
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The Franklin Five: April 2019
April 1, 2019Welcome April! Spring is in the air and so are taxes. Create a system to keep your papers in order and use your planner to track your expenses. Get the garden ready for a nice harvest or summer blooms! Here are a few things to add to your list: April Checklist Pocket Size: PDF April Checklist Compact Size: PDF April Checklist Classic Size: PDF April …
The Franklin Five: March 2019
March 1, 2019Welcome March! It’s time to incorporate more green in your life – the healthy stuff and the lucky stuff. Plan your family budget, give service to someone in need, or plan a play date with your kids or grand kids. Here are some more things to add to your list: March Checklist Pocket Size: PDF March Checklist Compact Size: PDF March Checklist Classic Size: PDF March Checklist Monarch Size: PDF
The Franklin Five: February 2019
February 1, 2019February is here! Do small things all month to stay on top of your New Years goals and plans. Organize your paperwork for tax season, plan your garden, break a habit, and even complete and indoor project. These small things can help keep you on track and feeling accomplished. Here are some more things to …
The Franklin Five: December 2018
November 27, 2018Holiday 2018 Gift List
November 5, 2018Have you started your holiday shopping yet? Whether you have or not, give yourself some peace of mind by having your gift giving organized and in one place. Download this Holiday Gift List and track who you’re giving the gift to, what it is, how much it cost, and its wrapping status! Pocket size – …
The Franklin Five: November 2018
October 31, 2018Welcome November! The month of gratitude is here! As the holidays approach, take time to plan family time and what matters most to you. Here are some more things to add to your list: November Checklist Pocket Size: PDF November Checklist Compact Size: PDF November Checklist Classic Size: PDF November Checklist Monarch Size: PDF
The Franklin Five: October 2018
October 1, 2018Sweater weather is here! The leaves are falling and it’s time to make sure the drains are in working order and your yard is ready for colder weather. Time to get your Halloween costume ready! Here are a few other things to add to your list: October Checklist Pocket Size: PDF October Checklist Compact Size: PDF October Checklist …