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15 Fun Book Series for Early Elementary

15 Fun Book Series for Early Elementary

October 22, 2020 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

These books series for early elementary aged children are a mix of mysteries, animal stories and even potty humor that early readers will love to read. One of the questions I get asked often, and a question I’ve often asked my friends, is “what are you kids reading?”. We all

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Anxiety Strategies for Kids: Free Printables

Anxiety Strategies for Kids: Free Printables

May 10, 2020 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

These anxiety strategies for kids come in a free printable poster and are a great resource for children experiencing feelings of anxiety.  Anxiety can be crippling for children and adults alike. Often time anxiety strikes and seems to take over our abilities. There are some simple anxiety strategies for kids

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Always Eat After 7PM Review Post #1

Always Eat After 7PM Review Post #1

March 23, 2020 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This post is brought to you by our sponsor, “Always Eat After 7 PM”. The opinions expressed below are my own. I have spent much of my adult life trying to lose weight. It’s a constant struggle for me and something I’ve had to be conscientious about on a daily

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Kids Daily Feelings Check In Printable

Kids Daily Feelings Check In Printable

March 22, 2020 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This daily feelings check in printable is great for kids to use to express and verbalize, or write, how they are feelings about their day.  All emotions and feelings are normal. This is what I tell my kids on the daily. However, when dealing with emotions and feelings, it’s important

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Filed Under: Gentle Parenting, Parenting, Printables

Online Learning Resources for Supplementation at Home

Online Learning Resources for Supplementation at Home

March 17, 2020 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

These online learning resources include websites with educational and fun content for learning at home with Pre-K-elementary school aged children. Whether your children go to traditional school or you practice homeschooling (or, you’re suddenly caught homeschooling due to school closures) there are many resources available to you online.  These online

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Handwashing Bingo: Free Printable Game for Kids

Handwashing Bingo: Free Printable Game for Kids

February 28, 2020 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This Handwashing Bingo printable game is a great way to make hand washing fun for kids. Print the game for free, and encourage good hygiene to stay healthy.  We all know how important hand washing is to staying healthy. Despite all of our preparedness for flu and cold season, washing

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The Little Match Girl Off-Broadway + Tips for Theater with Children

The Little Match Girl Off-Broadway + Tips for Theater with Children

February 12, 2020 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

The new production of The Little Match Girl off-Broadway is coming to New York. Check out these tips for theater with children.   My kids have had an affinity for theater since they were preschoolers. We started with shows at the local community college theater or local school productions to

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Valentines Day Card Sayings for Kids

Valentines Day Card Sayings for Kids

December 31, 2019 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

These Valentines Day card sayings for kids include funny puns that you can write or make cards with, as well as sweet sayings of love and affection. Valentine’s Day is a fun one to celebrate with kids. It’s a day to show those that you love just how much you

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Giving Back to the Military During the Holidays

Giving Back to the Military During the Holidays

December 3, 2019 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

Giving back to the military around the holidays is great for families to engage in. Shop through the USO Wishbook and support our nation’s troops. As a mom, one of my main parenting goals is to raise kind and generous children, who know how to put the needs and feelings

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New Years Resolutions for Kids to Make

New Years Resolutions for Kids to Make

November 27, 2019 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

These New Years resolutions for kids to make include being kind to others, healthy physical habits, safety goals, and more. Great for accountability in kids. New Year’s resolutions are not for adults only. This is a great opportunity to discuss goal-setting and achievement with kids. Even young children can be

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