Favorite New Picture Books | Alldonemonkey.com

2020 has been a hard year in so many ways, but thankfully it was still a great year for children’s books! So while you are sheltering in place, there are plenty of wonderful books to read as you snuggle up with your kids. Here are some of our favorite picture new books for everyone to...

January 15, 2020

Being True to Yourself: New Children’s Books

by Leanna

Childhood is a special time when children discover their own voice and what makes them unique. Yet often they may falter to hold onto this sense of self in the face of conflicting views and pressures. Stories are a wonderful way to start conversations and help children think through real-life scenarios they face. Here is...

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November 6, 2019

Fairy Tales from Around the World

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Einstein is credited with saying, “If you want your children to be intelligent, read them fairy tales. If you want them to be more intelligent, read them more fairy tales.” Fairy tales can teach children values as well as open their imaginations to fantastical worlds. Reading fairy tales from other cultures can also be a...

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Minimalist Living with Kids | Alldonemonkey.com

October 9, 2019

Minimalist Living with Kids: Resources

by Leanna

Want to simplify your life and declutter your house? Many people I know want to achieve these goals but are concerned about the effect on their family. Be encouraged that you are doing the right thing! Here are reflections on minimalist living with kids from people that have made the change themselves, and why they...

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September 16, 2019

Teach Kids Self-Confidence: Books and Music

by Leanna

Get your child’s school year off to the right start by encouraging them to love themselves just as they are. Help kids embrace their own uniqueness with these books and music that teach kids self-confidence! Because every child should feel comfortable and happy in their own skin. Disclosure: I received complimentary copies of some of...

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May 6, 2019

Favorite New Books for Toddlers and Preschoolers

by Leanna

There are so many benefits to reading with young children! And now there are even more great choice of what you can read together. Here are our favorite new books for toddlers and Preschoolers. Share yours in the comments! Disclosure: I received complimentary copies of the books below for review purposes; however, all opinions are...

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October 26, 2018

Children’s Books About Embracing Differences

by Leanna

Today it is more important than ever to teach children about embracing differences and forming friendships with those with whom at first they may seem to have nothing in common. It is the critical issue facing our little world citizens, yet in reality it is as simple as making a new friend on the playground...

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