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Kara Fleck is the editor of Simple Kids. She lives in Indiana with her husband Christopher and their four children. You can also find her at Rockin' Granola, where things are "a little bit crunchy and a little bit rock'n'roll."

nesting

Helping these walls to talk (however imperfectly)

by Kara

It may be because I am finally starting to come out of my post-baby fog. It may be that it is Spring. I’m sure that Pinterest has something to do with it. I suppose it could simply be that the recent sunshine pouring through my windows revealed all the dust and the drab. Whatever the [...]

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showcase

Weekend links and Sparkle Stories winners

by Kara

Sorting and Storing Kids’ Clothes ::: Life As Mom Colored Sand Art ::: Let’s Explore Telling Teachers Thanks ::: Not Just Cute Preparing for Summer: a Fun, Flexible Daily Routine ::: Inspired to Action Regularly Turn Off Your TV ::: Simple Mom Having a HEART for Your Kids ::: Weird, Unsocialized Homeschoolers I was especially [...]

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books and music

Weekend giveaway: Sparkle Stories

by Kara

Today’s weekend giveaway is very fitting as it is for one of our family’s favorite non-television activities: Sparkle Stories! If you are on the lookout for a unique gift for the kids in your life, may I suggest Sparkle Stories, original tales told by an engaging story teller? The tales are entertaining, soothing to listen [...]

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parenting

“I would have liked the other one better!” How Too Much Choice Affects Our Kids

by Kara

I’ve never been the type of parent to hand the television remote over with no limits, but as I was reminded this week, when TV isn’t an option at all, my kids seem to naturally gravitate toward creative play, reading, even daydreaming. This has reaffirmed my belief that less is more. That is why I [...]

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giveaways

Queen for a Day: and the winner is …

by Kara

And now, for the moment you’ve all been waiting for ….. the Queen for a Day 2012 gift basket winner for Simple Kids: The winner is ….. Kelly at Love Well, who described motherhood in six words as, “Why I need coffee and God. “ Congratulations, Kelly! Check your email soon for details from me [...]

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