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5 minutes of caring Reuse It by Michelle Andrade, May 16 Clean your house and reuse almost everything! Carry It Along by Michelle Andrade, May 15 Use fewer towels by taking your own. National Foster Care Month by Michelle Andrade, May 14 (1 comment) Make a difference for kids outside your family. Just Pick It Up! by Michelle Andrade, May 13 Carry the essentials with you. Brain Food by Michelle Andrade, May 12 Help your family get smarter at the dinner table. Celebrate Mom by Luanne Davidson, May 9 Hear from a mom on how to celebrate mom. An African Education by Michelle Andrade, May 8 Educate your family about another world. World AIDS Orphans Day by Sam Davidson, May 7 Your voice is their future. Search Before You Donate by Michelle Andrade, May 6 (2 comments) Investigate with your family where your money's going. May Is by Michelle Andrade, May 5 May is a bunch of stuff. Here's what we found. Talk About Volunteering by Michelle Andrade, May 2 Have a conversation about helping others. Go State! by Michelle Andrade, May 1 Visit your local State Park! Be Cool, CarPool by Michelle Andrade, April 30 Join with others at the end of each month. Every Single Minute by Michelle Andrade, April 29 Mental illness affects the whole family. National Safe Kids Week by Michelle Andrade, April 28 Help keep every child safe. Arbor Day by Michelle Andrade, April 25 Tree education is of utmost importance. No Place Like Home by Jenny Magill, April 24 Make a difference in a child's life. Administrative Professionals' Day by Michelle Andrade, April 23 Thank those who specialize in getting it done. Go Organic for Earth Day by Michelle Andrade, April 22 (1 comment) Take a small organic step for the planet. Muggin' It by Michelle Andrade, April 21 (2 comments) Reusable mugs for the kids, too? You got it. Bring Light by Sam Davidson, April 18 Fund something important. Smaller Can Last Longer by Michelle Andrade, April 17 Where can your money make the biggest difference? Stimulate Someone's Life by Michelle Andrade, April 16 Here's how you can still shop and help others. Donate That Refund by Michelle Andrade, April 15 At least some of it. Buy Twice by Michelle Andrade, April 14 And help out someone near you. Unplug Your Kids by Michelle Andrade, April 11 (2 comments) See what happens when your kids de-digitalize. Stories of Survival by Michelle Andrade, April 9 Share with your kids the stories of those who've survived. A Bag to Remember by Michelle Andrade, April 8 (3 comments) Stash those canvas bags somewhere you won't forget. It's April! by Michelle Andrade, April 7 Which means we can learn a lot (and then teach our kids). Get It Reviewed by Michelle Andrade, April 4 (1 comment) Get a heads up on what you're reading. Medicine Cabinet Clean Out by Michelle Andrade, April 3 What to do with those expired medications? A Wednesday Pick-Me-Up by Michelle Andrade, April 2 Wednesdays can be wonderful again. April Fools? by Michelle Andrade, April 1 Be foolish in a good way. Drink It Up by Michelle Andrade, March 31 (1 comment) Grab some tasty water for you and the family. Lights Out by Michelle Andrade, March 28 Celebrate Earth Hour in a creative way. This Little Light of Mine by Michelle Andrade, March 27 (1 comment) Make a game out of saving energy. Dress with a Message by Michelle Andrade, March 26 Messages matter - even on kids' clothes. Play Fair by Michelle Andrade, March 25 Teach your kids where their stuff came from. For The Trees by Michelle Andrade, March 24 Save the trees. World Water Day by Michelle Andrade, March 21 Talk to your family about water. Water Use Inventory by Michelle Andrade, March 20 Get the kids involved in saving water at home. Get Some Good News by Michelle Andrade, March 19 Tired of reading the same old bad news? Go Back to School by Michelle Andrade, March 18 Find out what's needed at a local school. How Green Can You Be? by Michelle Andrade, March 17 (1 comment) Help the family do one green activity today. Luck Be a Family Tonight by Kathy Dippolito, March 14 Be intentional about making your family better. What's In a Food? by Michelle Andrade, March 13 Do you know what you’re serving your kids? 24-Hour Waiting Period by Michelle Andrade, March 12 (2 comments) Begin a family shopping policy. It's March! by Michelle Andrade, March 11 And that means there's a lot to learn (and to do). Most Important Meal Of The Day by Michelle Andrade, March 10 Take a FAST BREAK for your kids this morning. Sing, Sing A Song by Robin Shoemaker, March 7 (1 comment) Sing it loud. Clean Common Room by Michelle Andrade, March 6 Cleaning the playroom and living room. Looks Of Life by Michelle Andrade, March 5 How can we teach our children about open mindedness? Don't Throw Until You Know by Michelle Andrade, March 4 Know what you can recycle on the curb before you throw it into the bin. Not Just For Sunburn by Rachel Jimenez, March 3 Aloe Vera is for more than just sunburn. Model Your Kids by Kathy Dippolito, February 29 Build a model with your kids today. Bedroom Clean by Michelle Andrade, February 28 Keep that bedroom clean by starting small! Meaningful To You by Michelle Andrade, February 27 Start a Petition. Reuse-Box by Michelle Andrade, February 26 See how many different types of cardboard boxes you can use for art projects. Health Instead Of Weight by Michelle Andrade, February 25 Let's work to talk with out kids more about health and less about weight. Back-To-Front by Kathy Dippolito, February 22 .yadot eb uoy nac yllis woH Bathroom Clean by Michelle Andrade, February 21 Step into the bathroom in a new light. Self-Esteem For Goods by Michelle Andrade, February 20 Build your kids' self-esteem and reduce their need for stuff. Lunch Back Home by Michelle Andrade, February 19 Bring those recyclables back home today. Teeth Clean by Michelle Andrade, February 18 February is National Children's Dental Health Month Love My Family by Kathy Dippolito, February 15 Help the love to last all year with a special "I Love You" box for each member of the family. Love My Cleaning by Michelle Andrade, February 14 Week of Love: Love Our Cleaning Love My Self by Michelle Andrade, February 13 Week of Love: Love Our Selves Love My Environment by Michelle Andrade, February 12 Week of Love: Love Our Environment Love My Community by Michelle Andrade, February 11 (2 comments) Week of Love: Love Our Community Hide and Surprise by Kathy Dippolito, February 8 Play a game of "Hide and Surprise" with the entire family. Kitchen Clean by Michelle Andrade, February 7 (2 comments) Here are some tips to make cleaning the kitchen a little tidier in less time. Kisses and Hugs by Michelle Andrade, February 6 Show affection toward your kids on a regular basis -- make it a family tradition. Two Hands by Michelle Andrade, February 5 Have your children use two hands when brushing their teeth, but only one is needed on the brush. What's Up Doc? by Michelle Andrade, February 4 The common phrase of whom? Bugs Bunny, of course! How can you incorporate carrots into your meals today? Do Something by Kathy Dippolito, February 1 (4 comments) Do something nice for someone else without being caught. When Is Enough Enough? by Michelle Andrade, January 31 Clean up and clean out the house. Then, make a firm resolve to buy less because enough is enough. Buttons and Things by Sam Davidson, January 30 (3 comments) Reuse is better than recycling. What's In A Can? by Michelle Andrade, January 29 Teach your children about recycling and have them put the items in the bin! The Night Before by Michelle Andrade, January 28 Take a few minutes the night before to make lunches WITH your kids. Movie Night With A Twist by Kathy Dippolito, January 25 (2 comments) Take your family time back in time with classic movies! H2O2 by Michelle Andrade, January 24 Look at ways you can use hydrogen peroxide. Set An Example by Michelle Andrade, January 23 Set an example by exercising with your kids. Water Sense by Michelle Andrade, January 22 Being more efficient with your appliances. What To Do With This Day by Michelle Andrade, January 21 Listen to the words of MLK, Junior. MLK Jr. Day by Michelle Andrade, January 18 Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service is Monday, January 21, 2008. Vinegarity by Michelle Andrade, January 17 Not just for collard greens this winter; try some great uses for vinegar that are safe for our kids. Self Aware by Michelle Andrade, January 16 By helping our children see people in need and showing them how to help, we teach them how to be self aware. The MLK, Jr. of Your Life by Michelle Andrade, January 15 Who in your life possesses the characteristics of Martin Luther King, Jr? YoYo Juice by Michelle Andrade, January 14 Be creative in feeding your child. No Grown-Ups Allowed! by Kathy Dippolito, January 11 Leave your grown-up hat at the door and have some kid-like fun with YOUR kids. Pass the Radon Test by Sam Davidson, January 10 (1 comment) January is National Radon Action Month. Let Freedom Ring by Michelle Andrade, January 9 Let independence ring with your kids in your house today. Nalgene + Brita = GOING GREEN by Michelle Andrade, January 8 (2 comments) Make a pledge to ditch plastic water bottles. Where'd You Get Those Peepers? by Michelle Andrade, January 7 Eye safety for our children is more important than we may think. A Few of My Favorite Things by Kathy Dippolito, January 4 (1 comment) An activity to bring your favorite things that may be a season away into your home today. Leave your Shoes at the Door by Michelle Andrade, January 3 (6 comments) Shoes off to this idea. Time Out by Michelle Andrade, January 2 (2 comments) Take some time for YOURSELF when you feel some unwanted behavior coming out. Go Green in Groceries by Michelle Andrade, January 1 (3 comments) How to buy more eco-friendly when at the grocery store. A New Year - Change Your Mind by Michelle Andrade, December 31 (2 comments) Change your perspective in this new year! Let the Holiday Spirit Last All Year by Kathy Dippolito, December 28 (2 comments) Keep your holiday cards to spread the love throughout the year. Put It Away by Michelle Andrade, December 27 As you clean up from Christmas, take the chance to talk about gratitude and use put-away time as a chance to encourage your children to donate their unused toys - since they now have all these new ones. Sign In by Michelle Andrade, December 26 (1 comment) Sign a petition that is meaningful to you and your family today! Save it all! by Michelle Andrade, December 25 Happy Holidays! Make sure to save all that wrapping paper this morning! Don't Waste Christmas by Sam Davidson, December 24 (1 comment) Give a gift that minimizes excess. Tell It In A Story by Michelle Andrade, December 21 Take a journey with the kids today and have them tell it to you in a story. Please Clean Up that Mess! by Michelle Andrade, December 20 (2 comments) Cleaning up messes can be friendly for our kids and the Earth! Kids Helping Kids by Michelle Andrade, December 19 How can we teach our kids about helping other kids around the world? Shop till you Drop! (Or Not) by Michelle Andrade, December 18 How will you shop this Holiday season? Make it safe and caring. Give Fairly by Sam Davidson, December 17 (1 comment) Fair trade gifts make more than the recipient happy. Parking It! by Michelle Andrade, December 13 It is easy to pick up trash together as you walk to and from the park. What Do You Think? by Michelle Andrade, December 12 Give your kids a response when talking to them and you encourage their ability to speak freely and feel heard. That's a Wrap by Michelle Andrade, December 11 What is your wrapping going to be like this Holiday Season? Buy and Give Handmade by Sam Davidson, December 10 (1 comment) Give twice by giving handmade. Picture Paper by Michelle Andrade, December 7 Use a nice trick to reuse some of those old magazine to make some nifty wrapping paper! Check Please! by Rachel Jimenez, December 6 Check the labels on items in your home. You never know what might be in them! Help! by Michelle Andrade, December 5 We need help sometimes, and so do they! Collect Away! by Michelle Andrade, December 4 What to do with those envelopes? We have an idea! The GiveCard by Sam Davidson, December 3 Use the GiveCard to give a different kind of gift card. Let's Go Fly a Kite! by Kathy Dippolito, November 30 Let's go fly a kite... and send it soaring! Fill the Land by Michelle Andrade, November 29 What is the difference if we recycle or not? Responsible One by Michelle Andrade, November 28 Give the gift of responsibility to you kids! Adopt a New Family Member by Michelle Andrade, November 27 Before you spend hundreds on that pure-bred puppy, see if adopting may be better for your family! Generous Surfing by Sam Davidson, November 26 In search of online deals today? How about online giving? Be Thankful All Year Long by Kathy Dippolito, November 23 We know Thanksgiving is a day for giving thanks, but what about the rest of the year? Thanks Giving by Michelle Andrade, November 22 How do you say thanks to your kids? Small Token by Michelle Andrade, November 21 (2 comments) Been away from the kids? Maybe bring something special back... Casa Verde by Michelle Andrade, November 20 Casa Verde = Green Home Give Better by Sam Davidson, November 19 (3 comments) You have choices when you give to others.

one minute nibbles Cool Kids Care About The Earth by Michelle Andrade, May 5 See the winners from our 2008 "Cool Kids Care About the Earth" Art Contest! How to Set Up a Rain Barrel by Luanne Davidson, April 11 (1 comment) In this article, Luanne Davidson proves that ANYONE can set up a rain barrel. So, read the article, get your barrel, and get ready to start harvesting rain water! Welcome to CoolMomsCare! by Michelle Andrade, March 7 Got a minute? Take your coat off and stay a while! We are glad you are here. CoolMomsCare is here to inspire, encourage and guide you on this journey to Saving the World, One Kid at a Time. Cool Moms in the Community - East Nashville Dreams Green by Michelle Andrade, February 22 An interview with a mom in East Nashville who is making t-shirts to change the world. Cool Moms in the Community - Indianapolis Reads by Stephanie Hordge, February 15 One mom in Indianapolis tells us about a project she started inspired by her 80 year old mother. What Do You Think? by Michelle Andrade, February 10 (1 comment) Once a year, we have a few questions to ask. We'd love a few answers from you. Cool Moms in the Community - Birmingham Feeds Hungry by Liz Bleiberg, February 8 One mom in Birmingham tells us a little about what her family did for Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2008. Sow A Thought by Michelle Andrade, January 28 Sow a thought, and you reap an act; Sow an act, and you reap a habit; Sow a habit, and you reap a character; Sow a character, and you reap a destiny. **Charles Reade** Get Even by Michelle Andrade, January 21 (1 comment) The only people to get even with are the people who have helped you. **Anonymous** If You Don't Like Something by Michelle Andrade, January 14 If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude. Don't complain. **Maya Angelou** Art of Awakening Their Natural Curiosity by Michelle Andrade, January 7 The whole art of teaching is only the art of awakening the natural curiosity of young minds for the purpose of satisfying it afterwards. **Anatole France** Another Fresh New Year by Michelle Andrade, December 31 (2 comments) Another fresh new year is here.. Another year to live! To banish worry, doubt, and fear, To love and laugh and give! **William Arthur Ward** Animals by Michelle Andrade, December 28 Animals are such agreeable friends - they ask no questions, they pass no criticisms. **George Eliot** When You Feel Like Giving Up by Michelle Andrade, December 27 When you feel like giving up, remember why you held on for so long in the first place. **Unknown** Experience by Michelle Andrade, December 26 Experience is not what happens to you; it is what you do with what happens to you. **Aldous Huxley** Christmas Thoughts by Michelle Andrade, December 25 Love is what's in the room with you at Christmas if you stop opening presents and listen. **Another Kid** What Love Looks Like by Michelle Andrade, December 24 What does love look like? It has the hands to help others. It has the feet to hasten to the poor and needy. It has eyes to see misery and want. It has the ears to hear the sighs and sorrows of men. That is what love looks like. **Saint Augustine** Motivate Daily by Michelle Andrade, December 21 People often say that motivation doesn't last. Well, neither does bathing - that's why we recommend it daily. **Zig Ziglar** Final Forming of a Person's Character by Michelle Andrade, December 20 Parents can only give good advice or put them on the right paths, but the final forming of a person's character lies in their own hands. **Anne Frank** Keep Yourself Centered by Michelle Andrade, December 19 You have a very powerful mind that can make anything happen as long as you keep yourself centered. **Dr. Wayne W. Dyer** Motivation by Michelle Andrade, December 18 Motivation comes from within. **Author Unknown** Ordinary Situations by Michelle Andrade, December 17 Do not wait for extraordinary circumstances to do good action; try to use ordinary situations. **Jean Paul Richter** Human Choice by Michelle Andrade, December 14 The strongest principle of growth lies in human choice. **George Eliot** Your thoughts by Michelle Andrade, December 13 (4 comments) Your thoughts are the architects of your destiny. **David O. McKay** What Worth by Michelle Andrade, December 12 (2 comments) What worth has beauty if it is not seen? **Italian Proverb** Don't follow by Michelle Andrade, December 11 Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. **Harold R. McAlindon** Be Bold by Michelle Andrade, December 3 …Boldness has Magic, Power and Genius. **Johann Wolfgang von Goethe** Sharing is Caring by Stephen Moseley, November 21 (1 comment) Spread the Word About CoolMomsCare.org Welcome by Michelle Andrade, November 19 (2 comments) We welcome you to CoolMomsCare.org. Starting something huge can start with something small! We are here to help parents and their kids start with something small in order to change the world.