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Minimalism with Kids

Homeschool—Here We Go Again!!!

Pretty much since we went on lockdown, we have discussed and planned for what we would do this fall. Just as it is for everyone else with kids, we have…

Raising Children in a Minimal Life

As a child, I grew up with lots of toys, more toys than the average kid. You name the Barbie and I had her…and her entire wardrobe. When I got married to my husband,…

Fredrika Syren
Minimalism Living, Minimalism with Kids
Sep, 06, 2020
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Outdoor Play for Every Child

These days, so many kids spend less and less time outdoors, and use less of their imaginations to make up games and play. A study by the Outdoor Foundation showed that outdoor activity among…

Fredrika Syren
Minimalism Living, Minimalism with Kids
Oct, 17, 2019
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Minimal Living Fewer Toys Benefits

A few weeks ago friend walked through our house and was amazed how little toys we have. Since down sizing and going minimal we for sure have fewer toys than most people but it…

Fredrika Syren
Minimalism Living, Minimalism with Kids
Jul, 17, 2019
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Making the Most of Your Backyard for Family Exercise

Research shows that parents and kids are more likely to exercise with a companion than alone. With this in mind, parents and children can motivate each other to stay activeby exercising together. Doing so also provides…

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Minimalism Living, Minimalism with Kids
Jun, 07, 2019
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Free Range Kids — Nature’s Calling

Sometimes when people come over to my house, they are a little horrified to run into my wild kids, who love being outdoors all day long and like to make mud cakes, spray each…

Fredrika Syren
Minimalism Living, Minimalism with Kids
May, 29, 2019
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Should You Give Your Child a Smartphone?

By Fredrica Syren:
If you have a child, you already might have gotten the questions about whether s/he can have a smartphone. These days it seems that so many young children have smartphones, so it’s…

Fredrika Syren
Minimalism Living, Minimalism with Kids
Apr, 27, 2018
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