2010

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Looking Back: Reader Favorites 2010

by Kara
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Last year, on New Year’s Eve, Megan started a tradition of listing Simple Kids readers’ favorite posts from the past year.  I wanted to honor this tradition by taking a look back at some of your favorites (and mine) from 2010. It has been a wonderful year, and I thank you all, on behalf of [...]

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character

Discovering Family History Together

by Vanessa
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The following is by contributor Vanessa Brown of I Never Grew Up. I have to admit that we are quite spoiled when it comes to the Family History department. No, not that we happen to have a very awesome family tree (who doesn’t?), but that my grandparents have made it their life mission to get [...]

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holidays & celebrations

Merry Christmas from Simple Kids!

by Kara
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Everywhere, everywhere, Christmas tonight! Christmas in lands of the fir tree and pine, Christmas in lands of the palm tree and vine, Christmas where snow peaks stand solemn and white, Christmas where cornfields lie sunny and bright! – Phillips Brooks Wishing a very Merry Christmas to all of you dear friends, everywhere! Thank you all [...]

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crafts

Learning to Set the Table: Homemade Placemats

by Mariah
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The following is by contributor Mariah Bruehl of Playful Learning. Children love to be involved in holiday preparations and decorating. This enthusiasm creates a wonderful entry point for teaching children how to set the table. One way to make setting the table fun for everyone involved is to make placemats that can help guide your [...]

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Weekend Links

by Kara
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Christmas Popcorn Balls ::: My Little Hen Alphabet Block Elves ::: Let’s Explore Count Your Blessings Chalkboards ::: The Picky Apple 3 Simple Ideas for Greening Family Holiday Traditions ::: Simple Organic Dress Up Felt Board Tutorial ::: Smile and Wave 35 Gifts Your Children Will Never Forget ::: Becoming Minimalist Today, I’m celebrating my [...]

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