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Across most world religions, springtime brings holidays centering themes of birth. We can’t fully celebrate the birth of spring without acknowledging how the harshness of winter and death incubate possibilities for hope and new things.
Here are some tools to help you navigate various April-ish topics with the kids.
No one expects you to dedicate your life 24/7 to doing ALL OF THESE in one month. But maybe pick a topic below and run with it.
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Ashia R.
Don't try to do it all! Pick one event and build upon what you learned together next year.
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Lying our asses off and messing with folks who have done nothing to deserve it: Our Most American of National Observances.
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Where are all the kids books and resources on this major Jain holiday?
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Siblings - will they ever stop bickering? Probably not, but maybe this can help us negotiate a few moments of peace.
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I just wanted you to know.
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The Baháʼí festival celebrating their main dude Baháʼu'lláh and the transition from hardship to hope.
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A Muslim festival marking the end of Ramadan, breaking fasts, and generosity.
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A day of remembrance for Armenians targeted by genocide, created by activists dedicated to preventing genocide in the future.
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A day-long silent observance acknowledging the fear and violence LGBTQiAS2+ youth face in communities who don't accept them.
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Hi, I’m Ashia, founder & Head Custodian of Infodumpery for Raising Luminaries.
I create free tool kits to help overworked caregivers ignite the next generation of leaders.
ABOUT | MISSION | FINANCIALS | ACCOUNTABILITY
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Get free monthly email notifications when I add new resources to our Family Action Toolkits
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Looking for book-finders: Apply here to read board books with your toddler and get a free LBT membership.
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