Do you let your kids play video games? There are pros and cons to video gaming and a lot of times the negatives have a louder voice. This conversation shines a light on the positives of video gaming and kids, as well as ways to use them to your advantage.

Join my coffee chat with Eric Barone, developer of the ever-popular video game, Stardew Valley. You may also know him by his online handle, ConcernedApe! Eric is the perfect example of using your passions to create something meaningful and turn it into your life's work. You will fall in love with him as you hear his journey and the heart behind his cozy game.

Bonus! My dear friend and fellow homeschool mama, Brittany Yen, joins me as my cohost for this epic gaming conversation. Her wisdom and insight are both refreshing and beneficial to other parents navigating the world of video games.

Eric has graciously donated a SIGNED copy of his new Stardew Valley cookbook! To enter to win, all you have to do is leave a review for the podcast. If you really want to make sure I see it, screenshot your review and send it to me on Instagram @teamkindhumans or through email katie@teamkindhumans.com. Good luck!

You can purchase your own copy of the cookbook here or on his website stardewvalley.net.


Grab your coffee or tea and let's dive in!

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Connecting kids to the people, places, and stories of the past will help anchor their knowledge of historical events. Ann Suk Wang has written a gorgeous picture book about a family living through the Korean War.

This poetic story gives a beautiful description of showing kindness during a difficult time. It's a must for your bookshelf!

Listen in as we pull back the curtain of this story and learn about the family that lived in the House Before Falling Into The Sea.

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Have you listened to the SuperKind Kids podcast yet? It's a podcast just for those young kindness superheroes that are ready to make a difference! With cool guests and fun topics, your kid will be begging to do community service. Really! Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Gardening is not my superpower. I try year after year, but am always open for help! This episode is packed with tips and tricks for gardening with kids.

We dive into the benefits of nature play and how to get kids loving the outdoors and eating their vegetables!

You're going to want to take a look at all of the Sprout and Blossom offerings after this episode, so head over to the website here: sprout-and-blossom.com

Follow along on Instagram @sproutandblossombox.

And don't forget to follow along with @thedaybrighteningcommittee and the #thankyouchallenge!

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Forgive me! I've been quiet on this podcast, but I'm back! I'm so thrilled to share with you ALL THE THINGS.

Have you ever been hit so hard with an idea that you just can't let it go? It's me, hi. This has been me the last three months.

Listen in as I spill the tea on everything Team Kind Humans and give you everything you need to kick your kindness journey into high gear.

Hugs, friends, this is going to be a great adventure!

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Kaitlin is back! This time she's here to talk about her brand new children's book Kindness Is. Listen in as we discuss what kindness is and how we can help our kids move forward with true kindness.

Kaitlin will be in Team Kind Humans on February 6th! She will be sharing her book, the mission of Kind Cotton, and kid-friendly ways to give back through books. If you have an elementary school-aged child who would like to join, I'll send you the Zoom link for free! Email me at Katie@teamkindhumans.com and let me know if you'd like to come. You can find out more about the membership at teamkindhumans.com/membership.

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Eric Wagner, penguin research scientist, is here to talk about the Center for Ecosystem Sentinels and what it's like to study penguins!

Penguins can tell us a lot about the health of the environment around them. Listen in as we discuss ways to see more than one perspective, work through problems with patience, and trust our children.

Find out more about Eric's work by reading his book Penguins in the Desert.

Dive into other animals on the Center for Ecosystem Sentinels website

Follow them on Instagram @ecosystemsentinels

Join Team Kind Humans to have your child learn directly from Eric!

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Sweet cheese! You are NOT going to want to miss this epic episode with Andrea Barber! We dive deep into her book Full Circle and touch on topics like mental health and strategies to care for yourself and others. We discuss the ins and outs of Kimmy Gibbler and how showing up authentically as yourself is courageous and needed! We also geek out over Tinkerbell and running!

Andrea shares her story, heart, and wisdom around mental health and embracing your inner Kimmy Gibbler.

She also has a surprise declaration (time frame: TBD) that you will be thrilled to hear!

Andrea is your girl if you need an example of a kind human. I know you will love listening to what she has to share!

Follow her on Instagram @andreabarber

Listen to her podcast How Rude, Tanneritos and catch up with old friends as she recaps your favorite Full House episodes!

Donate to her favorite charity National Alliance on Mental Health!

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Join Team Kind Humans and make 2024 the YEAR OF KINDNESS! I've got you covered for authentic, tangible, engaging community service projects for your kids. Come learn directly from organizations, children's book authors, and experts doing great things in this world. Head to teamkindhumans.com/membership and sign up for just $1.

I'm leaving Leaping Letters at my low birthday price of just $19.84 through the end of the year. Grab your subscription to this interactive digital preschool course and come play through the alphabet with me!

You can also find my children's books, Pat and the Great Penguin Race, and Waddle I Do? Kindness Activity Guide on Amazon for those last-minute gift ideas!

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It can be overwhelming to think of kids experiencing homelessness and not having their basic needs met. Babies of Homelessness is on a mission to support families in need by donating diapers and essentials to kids. Listen in as the Executive Director, Katie Forrest, shares about the organization and ways you can help from where you are.

Katie will also be in Team Kind Humans to share with the kids! Come join us! TeamKindHumans.com/membership and you can join for just $1 this month.

Follow along with everything Babies of Homelessness on their website babiesofhomelessness.org or on Instagram @babiesofhomelessness

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Start your KindSchooling journey and join the Team Kind Humans membership. Head to www.teamkindhumans.com or follow me on Instagram @teamkindhumans!