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Earth Day, Green, and Eco-Friendly Children’s Books

Earth Day (April 22) is fast approaching and it inspired me to look around for some Earth Day books for kids. During my search, I also found some “green” books and eco-friendly books as well. I’m sure there are many more out there; which ones do you like? Enjoy my big list of books that [...]

Alternatives to Candy in Easter Baskets

If you celebrate Easter, chances are you are trying to decide what goodies to put in your kids’ Easter basket. For most people, the decision is easy; simply walk down the “Easter” aisle at your local Target, Wal-Mart, drug store, or grocery store and you are inundated with all things pastel and sugary. And filled [...]

My Favorite Parenting Book: How To Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk

I’ve been really interested in improving my parenting skills by learning communication techniques as well as gentle discipline (teaching) ideas. I recently took a parenting class through my church and one of the books used was How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk, by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish. [...]