Ideas to Beat the Summer Slide | Alldonemonkey.com

This post was sponsored by SwimWays as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. As the weather gets warm, we always start to think of swimming! I must admit, though, packing up all the essentials for family swim time at the pool or the...

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Books that Celebrate Fathers | Alldonemonkey.com

May 8, 2017

Picture Books that Celebrate Fathers

by Leanna

When our oldest son was little, and our bookshelves started to fill with colorful, engaging board books, my husband made an observation that has stuck with me ever since – nearly all of the books focused on the child’s relationship with the mother, but very few included the father. Thankfully this is not universally true,...

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Our 5 top picks for families visiting the California State Fair

July 23, 2016

California State Fair: 5 Top Picks for Families

by Leanna

The California State Fair is a great place for families, and for many it is a cherished tradition to visit every year. After visiting with my young children, here are my top picks that families won’t want to miss! Disclosure: Thank you to Pebbles Cereal for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. California...

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10 fun ways to get creative with your kids this summer

July 17, 2016

10 Ways to Get Creative with Kids This Summer

by Leanna

Summer is the perfect time to get creative with your kids. The days are long, the sun is shining, and everyone is on vacation mode. Here are 10 fun ways to get your kids’ creative juices flowing this summer: Disclosure: Thanks to Post Cereal for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. 10. Art...

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May 30, 2016

Ramadan Lesson Plan for Kids

by Leanna

Ramadan is coming, and in many homes across the world families are busy preparing for this special time. Last year as part of our world cultures curriculum, I put together this Ramadan lesson plan, appropriate for early elementary school children. (Many of the activities could be simplified for preschoolers). Because I like to integrate our...

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July 7, 2015

10 Summer Safety Tips

by Leanna

Summertime means getting outdoors and having fun with your kids, but playing outside in high temperatures and bright sun can also lead to safety concerns. As a busy mom of two active boys, I am always thinking about how to prevent injuries. My younger son in particular has a tendency to want to leap from...

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