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Summer Reading List (Kindergarten – 2nd)

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by RAKI WRIGHT

Are you looking for a list of books for your Kindergarten, 1st, or 2nd grader to read this summer? I've compiled a list of must read books that your child is sure to enjoy!

Are you looking for a list of books for your Kindergartner, 1st, or 2nd grader to read this summer? I’ve compiled a list of must read books that your emergent or young reader is sure to enjoy! My daughter will be starting Kindergarten in the fall. Even though she doesn't know how to read yet, she recognizes letter and some words by sight. It’s ...

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Summer Reading List (6th-8th grade)

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by RAKI WRIGHT

Are you looking for a list of books for your 6th, 7th, or 8th grader to read this summer? I've compiled a list of must read books that your tween or teen is sure to enjoy!

Are you looking for a list of books for your 6th, 7th, or 8th grader to read this summer? I've compiled a list of must read books that your tween or teen is sure to enjoy! Now that school is out and the summer is upon us, I want to ensure my son doesn't just veg on the couch playing video games all summer long. It's important to keep reading ...

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7 Ways Dads Do It Better Than Moms

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by RAKI WRIGHT

Happy Father's Day! So, this Father's Day, I decided to pay tribute to all the things that Dads are better at than Moms, at least from my perspective.  Let me know in the comments if you agree and what you would add. ...

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What Daughters Need from Dads

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by RAKI WRIGHT

The relationship that matters most to your daughter is the one with her father. Her self-esteem, choices, behavior, character, and ideas about marriage are all directly tied to her dad - the most important representative to her of the male species.

The relationship that matters most to your daughter is the one with her father. Her self-esteem, choices, behavior, character, and ideas about marriage are all directly tied to her dad - the most important representative to her of the male species. Last year, I began to examine my feelings about father-daughter relationships. I was ...

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25 Father’s Day Gifts That Won’t Cost You a Dime

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by RAKI WRIGHT

You don't have to have a large budget to show your special Dad your love. In fact, you don't have to spend a dime on these Father's Day gifts. | OutsideTheBoxMom.com

Father's Day gifts can get expensive. But, you don't have to have a large budget to show that special Dad your love. In fact, you don't have to spend a dime. I know that traditionally kids and moms exhibit their love for Dad with a special gift, a plaque, or an afternoon out at a sporting event. But, sometimes even an extra $20 can be hard ...

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Welcome! I'm Raki. I am a working mom of 2 (22-year old son and 15-year old daughter). I share tips to balance work, family, and make time for you. More...

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