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Overcoming Needle Anxiety

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This post is made possible with support from the Meg Foundation. All opinions are my own. I am not sure where my fear of needles came from, but it has been something I battle with every time I have an appointment for blood work, a dentist appointment and even taking my own children to their well visits when they are scheduled to get their childhood vaccinations. Over the … [Read more...]

5 Interactive Learning Sites for Students K-8

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Whether your kids are physically attending school, participating in distance learning, or homeschooling, incorporating interactive learning sites has many benefits. Although these are primarily used in the classroom setting, they are also available for at-home use. All you need is a computer with reliable Internet connection. Here are the top five learning sites I … [Read more...]

5 Benefits of Project Based Learning

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Disclaimer: I was not compensated for this post. This post contains affiliate links. Since early 2020, education worldwide has taken an entirely new approach. School systems from public school to homeschooling have taken a hit, but not necessarily for the worse. New teaching techniques and methods have sprouted, with some older ones getting face lifts and much needed … [Read more...]

Center for Parent and Teen Communication 1 Minute Parenting Strategies

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Disclaimer: This post is made possible with support from the Center for Parent and Teen Communication, part of Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. All opinions are my own. Parenting is ever-changing just as the needs and wants of your children change with their age. The Center for Parent and Teen Communication (CPTC) provides a science-based approach to support healthy … [Read more...]

Raya and the Last Dragon Fandango Passes & Prize Pack Giveaway!

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Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post. All opinions are my own. Raya and the Last Dragon is finally here! My boys and I have been waiting patiently to be formerly introduced to the newest Disney princess, Raya! BUT, the wait is over! The movie will be playing in theaters or available to order on Disney+ with Premier Access starting on March 5th! And to celebrate we are … [Read more...]

Are you Team Dragon or Team Unicorn?

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Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. All opinions are my own. We had some fun with the new Bazooka Candy Brands Totally Awesome Unicorn Gummies and Totally Awesome Dragon Gummies, which were even nominated for 2021 Best New Product Awards in partnership with Newsweek! My boys tried both but of course gravitated to the mystical world of dragons and we have … [Read more...]

Week 3 of Seven Books to Diversify Your Bookshelf

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Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. All opinions are my own. This selection of books to Diversify your library feature stories celebrating Art from music to dance. These books can be purchase brand new or used fro Thriftbooks in great condition at discounted prices. Alvin Ailey by Andrea Davis Pinkney tells the story of the dancer/choreographer Alvin Ailey … [Read more...]

Week 2 of Seven Books to Diversify Your Bookshelf

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Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. All opinions are my own. Here are 7 more books in the series to assist with diversifying your bookshelf! Adding books like these to your bookshelf will help your children develop positive insights about others. You can purchase brand new books or used books in great condition from Thriftbooks at discounted prices. This … [Read more...]

Week 1 of Seven Books to Diversify Your Bookshelf

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Representation, inclusion and diversity is important in order to raise well rounded, compassionate and empathetic little human beings. Here are a seven books that are a great start to help diversify your bookshelf and teach your children about a couple amazing African American people as well as some history.  Let the Children March by Monica Clark-Robinson: This book tells … [Read more...]

Laser X Evolution

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Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post. All opinions are my own. Laser X Evolution, exclusively at Walmart, is a new addition to the Laser X family plus it is compatible with all previous Laser X products. These new blasters allow you to personalize your team color from more that 20 colors that will light up your blaster. The blasters are ready to play straight out of … [Read more...]