Parenting and Family Life

15 Back to School Tips from a Mom and Teacher!

Hi there! I previously published this 2014 but I hope you’ll find that the tips are still helpful and relevant for this time of the year! Happy Back to School! Ciara x

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Watercolour Christmas country home with snowy countryside, evergreen greenery, dried oranges, candles and blue-and-white pottery.

🌿 Enjoyed this post?

If you enjoy slow living reflections, seasonal inspiration, and life from our little house in the country, you might enjoy Our Little Friday Letter.

It’s a gentle email sent every second Friday morning — no noise, no spam, just thoughtful reflections and seasonal living.

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Welcome to Our Little House in the Country

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Hi, I’m Ciara — writer, homemaker, and the heart behind Our Little House in the Country. I share slow, seasonal living from our cozy corner of the Irish countryside, where life is a little messy, a little magical, and deeply real. Whether it’s a teen-friendly recipe, a lived-in home moment, or a reminder to let go of perfection, this space is about embracing the everyday and finding joy in what’s already here. Come in, kick off your shoes, and stay a while — the kettle’s always on.

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