2011

2011 Reader Favorites

by Kara

The following is by editor Kara Fleck. Two years ago, on New Year’s Eve, Megan started a tradition of listing Simple Kids readers’ favorite posts from the past year. I really like that tradition, so every year I honor it by taking a look back and showcasing readers favorites. 2011 has been a wonderful year, [...]

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holidays & celebrations

Play With Light this New Year’s Eve

by Catherine

The following is by contributor Catherine Way of Adventures With Kids. New Year’s Eve is one night of the year when my children usually stay up long after dark. We give them glowsticks, torches and sparklers. As I watch them playing happily for hours with these simple, inexpensive toys, I am always reminded of how [...]

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holidays & celebrations

6 Simple Ways to Welcome Winter

by AmyA

The following post is by contributor Amy Anderson. It originally appeared in 2010. Is it already feeling like winter where you are? We have been enjoying some night walks around our neighborhood in the brisk, damp air. I’m enjoying bundling up in my scarf and gloves, followed by something warm to drink on our return. [...]

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holidays & celebrations

Merry Christmas!

by Kara

Before I unplug for the holiday weekend, I wanted to wish all of our Simple Kids readers a very happy holiday! We’re looking forward to celebrating a quiet Christmas weekend, gathering family together for a slow weekend. Really, it is the simplest things that bring the most joy. Indeed, the Fleck family has a lot [...]

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holidays & celebrations

Writing Thank You Notes

by Kara

The following was written by editor Kara Fleck. I hope you are having wonderful holiday season, my friends. I know that we sure are! We’ve had two weekends in a row of family gatherings and are looking forward to celebrating Christmas this weekend with even more family. Very soon, it will be time to tell [...]

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