We had just under 250 comments to win the editable Weekly Homeschool Planner, so I know soooo many of you want one…. I used Random.org and the winner is: Comment #11, Naomi of The Potter’s Vessel Congratulations Naomi, and thanks to everyone for participating! And a special thanks to Jolanthe of Homeschool Creations for allowing us to host the giveaway! …Read the Rest
If you haven’t already noticed, I LOVE learning games! Not only do I love to make them, but to play them as well! Sometimes finding an educational game that spans the ages is difficult, but every once and a while we find something that is entertaining for the whole family. Last week I was browsing the clearance aisle and found …Read the Rest
This week, in addition to multiplication, we’ve been really working hard on learning and understanding Place Value. A few years back I picked up a set of Base Ten Blocks, which really made it easy for my children to visualize what I was talking about with all this “Hundred, Tens, Ones” talk. But it’s due time to to branch out …Read the Rest
Giveaway is now Closed: We have a winner: Comment #11, Naomi! Today I have something very exciting to share with you! Jolanthe from Homeschool Creations has just released an upscale version of her Weekly Homeschool Planner, making it fully EDITABLE. You do know what that means don’t you? Able to be edited. By you. Aren’t you excited! A Homeschool Planner …Read the Rest
We are all about Multiplication Facts around here lately (Did you see our Math Keys) (And our File Folder Games) Well, I’m pulling out all the stops trying to get these important facts into my children’s heads. Sometimes adding a bit of color….and incentive….helps! So today I made the children a Multiplication Pocket Folder: It’s really just a fancy way …Read the Rest
I’ve been Ooogling Mama Jenn’s Puff Ball Magnets for MONTHS (Remember Mama Jenn is the genius behind Education Cubes) Well she also has TONS of fantastic learning game ideas throughout her blog too….puff ball magnets being just one of many! They look so colorful and fun, and best of all Hands-On, but I never made them because I was waiting …Read the Rest
Today we have a special visitor!! It’s Speekee! Speekee is our newest sponsor, and he has quickly become my children’s favorite T.V character. (Elmo is so yesterday) For the past month we have welcomed Speekee into our home not only to entertain us, but to teach us Spanish as well. (I say US, because I am probably the only person …Read the Rest
We are wrapping up our lesson on Landforms! We have been using Beginning Geography which took us though basic map reading, animal habitats and landforms. I can’t say enough how much I loved this e-book, and how much my children loved doing “maps” during school. This week we decided to put all of our knowledge to the test by making …Read the Rest
It’s time to draw a winner for our Curriculum Clean Out prize! I used Random.org, and Comment #47: Tiffany was the winner~ So Congratulations Tiffany, I’ve emailed you with instructions :) Thanks to everyone for supporting such a fun giveaway! And special thanks to Jolanthe of Homechool Creations for putting in the time and effort for hosting it! …Read the Rest
Welcome to May! First I’d like to welcome our newest sponsor: Speekee! Speekee is an online language learning program filled with entertaining characters that teach your children Spanish! My kiddos have been enjoying learning with Speekee and we’ll have a full review later this month! If you just can’t wait for it, you can try out Speekee FREE for two …Read the Rest
Are you Curious about The Curiosity Files? Well, ponder no more! Because this month we had the pleasure of reviewing our first title from this fantastic series, and I’ve got lots to share with you! First of all, In case you haven’t heard, The Curiosity Files is a new series of Unit Studies targeting children ages 8-13 with the goal …Read the Rest
That’s Right! It’s time for the Spring 2011 Curriculum Clean Out, Hosted by my bloggy friend Jolanthe at Homeschool Creations! The curriculum clean out is an opportunity for homeschooling families to pass on materials that are cluttering their closets and place them into the hands of a family who can use them! Anyone can participate, and if your interested, head …Read the Rest
We had almost 200 comments for our Education Cubes giveway, and it was so much fun to read the excitement you all shared about Mama Jenn’s fantasic new site! I used Random.org to draw a winner this evening and here are the results: Comment #88: Amanda King Congratulations Amanda! And Thanks Mama Jenn for sharing all your amazing talents with …Read the Rest
When I was a child, I had my very own Easter Bunny Basket. It was handmade (in the 80′s) by the nursery worker at our local bowling alley. It was a compliation of yarn, ribbon, and a plastic milk jug. I’m pretty sure it’s long gone now, but here is a photo of the closest thing I could find online. …Read the Rest
Today I have another fantastic giveaway to share with from Education Cubes! EducationCubes.com is a membership website created by Mama Jenn, my bloggy friend and fellow homeschooling mother! “Education Cubes are photo blocks with educational insert cards (rather than photos) that you can use to enhance your child’s learning by providing fun, hands-on educational experiences.” Last month Mama Jenn sent …Read the Rest
Oh golly, I couldn’t resist: I made a set of Butterfly Life Cycle Stamps too! Didn’t they turn out cute? Just in time for our butterflies too! Have you ordered your Butterfly Kits yet? We ordered a kit last year, and loved it! It’s about time to dig it out and order us some new grubs! Can’t wait! …Read the Rest
We’ve been having a blast learning about the continents this month, And I’ve got tons of stuff to show you for our Homeschool Recon: Geography But before I get the whole post ready, I thought I’d share this super quick, and extra creative way to make your own stamper: Make Your Own Stamper Tutorial We’ll be using our custom stamps …Read the Rest
Today we started off our day making these beautiful Stained Glass Easter Crosses! They turned out wonderful and made a fantastic display in our window! We used watercolors so that the light would shine through, Look how pretty: I uploaded a free template on ChristianPreschoolPrintables where you can print it out for your own kiddos to try! Stained Glass Easter …Read the Rest
Do you follow The Crafty Classroom on Facebook? I often post quick messages and links to all of the Free printables and resources that I upload! Recently I’ve been adding lots of new Easter theme printables, and even a set of Bible ABC Flash cards! Be sure and check out our Facebook page and follow along if you’re interested! …Read the Rest
Today I’m participating in Spell Outloud’s Birthday Bash! I made a special party favor just for Maureen who is hosting a a week of giveaways and free printables to celebrate! Primary Party This ia a file folder game for children to sort balloons into primary or seconday color bunches, and it’s perfect for your little budding artists! This game is …Read the Rest
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