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Primerrily Library
While the Library of Congress serves as the national library of the United States,
the Library of Primerrily serves as the library of this community! Here is where you can find all of our past posts testifying to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. In these archives, it is self-evident that American families -- from sea to shining sea -- are passing on these values and ideals to our next generation.
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Make it A Declaration Party Like No Other
Here's a kid-friendly, easy, and meaningful way to celebrate the 4th! Pool parties, hot dogs, and watermelon? Check, check, check! A...
Britt Riner
2 min read
Americana Trivia (in Kid lingo) for Your 4th of July Bash
The 4th is made fun with hot dogs, pools, and a long weekend, and this Primerrily piece is sure to make a good time even better. This...
Britt Riner
4 min read
A USA Birthday: The Mother of All Patriotic Holidays!
While fireworks are absolutely fantastic, we love incorporating just a bit more to make the meaning of the holiday truly fly. . . . Our...
Allison Lee Pillinger Choi
4 min read
Animaniacs Throwback: Sprinkle Some of Your Childhood Into Your Child
We’re reminiscing about some good old-fashioned cartoons. . . and by “old” we mean 90’s! Those were the days when mobile phones were the...
Allison Lee Pillinger Choi
2 min read
Today's Setbacks are Tomorrow's Victories: Life Lessons From Good Ol' GW
“Animated with the Goodness of our Cause, and the best Wishes of your Countrymen, I am sure you will not let Difficulties not insuperable...
Britt Riner
4 min read
Not Just Hollywood Heroes: Get Inspired by True Hero Missions
Hollywood and entertainment media are overflowing with heroes “defending good” and “saving the world.” From countless Marvel characters...
Allison Lee Pillinger Choi
3 min read
When Schools Teach Greta Thunberg Before Teaching George and Teddy
How I balanced the conversation with my kids using real lessons on respecting our environment, using conservative principles of...
Allison Lee Pillinger Choi
6 min read
5 Easy Ways to Celebrate Presidents’ Day
Some people get the day off work, some get the day off school, but what is Presidents’ Day really all about? Well, being the United...
Britt Riner
4 min read
Books to Make Presidents’ Day a Page-Turner
Surely we will all have a little love left over from Valentine’s Day -- share it on Presidents’ Day! This year, the national holiday...
Allison Lee Pillinger Choi
5 min read
Two Children's Books to Bring Alive the Legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.
In celebration and remembrance of Martin Luther King, Jr., we’re reading to and with our kids about the life and legacy of an American...
Allison Lee Pillinger Choi
2 min read
Keeping Civility in Civil Rights: Carrying on MLK's Legacy
What do your kids know about Martin Luther King, Jr? Yes, he delivered the iconic “I have a dream” speech, but we can teach our kids so...
Allison Lee Pillinger Choi
5 min read
From WWII to a Pandemic: Hoover’s Bill of Rights for Boys (and Girls)
We came across this fascinating piece, titled Enchanted World by Hoover Heads, about an article President Herbert Hoover wrote on being a...
Allison Lee Pillinger Choi
4 min read
What Should We Watch Tonight? MUSICALS.
Old-fashioned showtunes may be exactly what redeems screentime this Christmas. As we approach a different holiday season from ones past,...
A.J. Grey
5 min read
Celebrating Native American Heritage Day!
We LOVE Thanksgiving for many reasons, including the family, the food, and the reflection. While our 2020 style Thanksgiving is nothing...
Allison Lee Pillinger Choi
6 min read
Thanksgiving Books Celebrating History of the Holiday
In addition to preparing dinner, feeling thankful, and giving back, we’ve got learning history on our Thanksgiving to-do list. Primerrily...
Allison Lee Pillinger Choi
4 min read
Reflections on U.S. History from a Purposefully Patriotic Parent
A phenomenal selection of children’s American literature exists that will make you, your kids, and your entire family fall more deeply...
Sarah Monning Schoellkopf
3 min read
Halloween Costumes in the American Spirit
Our favorite costumes to incorporate Americana into your kids’ Halloween. Ideas here are for ready-made purchase or DIY inspiration!
Allison Lee Pillinger Choi
2 min read
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