Wow. What a Winter Break. I usually plan on spending my Winter Break in the following ways: Cleaning Cooking for Christmas Curriculum Changing Instead I spent the majority of our break Scrambling. At the start of our Winter Vacation, we suddenly got 8 inches of snow dumped on us. Which WOULD have been lots of fun,...
This year I invested in our Homeschool. Well, let me restated that..... This year I financially invested in our Homeschool, by bulking up our classroom library. It's been long overdue, something I've been wanting to do for a while now. Last year I added a couple of reference books to our collection, but this is the...
One of the most frequent emails I get is over our Homeschool Classroom. And the most common question is, WHERE DOES IT ALL GO? (as in, is that REALLY all you have in your homeschool classroom?) And the answer is YES. And the answer is also NO. You see, we homeschool in our dining room. so...
We've just released a new set of Nativity printables you can use with your children or students this Christmas season. We want to thank our subscribers by offering this download in an easy click download, but if you are unable to download such a large file you can still access...
We've just released a new set of Nativity printables you can use with your children or students this Christmas season. Nativity Printable Pack Easy Download (login or create a free account) If you have slower internet speeds you can also download as...
Learning about India can be lots of fun for children of all ages and there are many opportunities to sneak in a little learning along the way too. We have a great selection of India crafts activities and resources for children, including our latest release: Taj Mahal Art Project...
If your kids aren't doing mazes, here are a few reasons why it's definitely time to start: 1) Mazes help develop fine motor coordination, which is the basis of handwriting skills. 2) Mazes help your child's eye tracking which is a very important skill 3) Mazes help teach problem-solving skills. Have your kids learn to look...
Pattern Blocks are an essential learning tool for every homeschool classroom. Not only are they useful for making patterns and shapes, but when paired with our Pattern Block Activity Mats, they can be used to develop key math and writing skills.
Let's face it....learning multiplication facts can be a daunting task, even if you are blessed with a kiddo that adores math! Today, we are sharing our favorite resources for making multiplication fun and engaging for everyone involved. Over the years we've created many hands-on games, activities and printables...
It's that time again to anticipate the fall season and all of its pretty promises. What do you think about when the word fall comes to mind? Of course, it's leaves! Need an easy Fall art project that's beautiful and keeps the kids busy? Our creative collection of amazing
Many people think that homeschoolers just lock themselves in their homes and never see another soul. However, homeschooling is full of opportunities to get out, stay busy, and make new friends. That was until recently. Recent shutdowns have affected the homeschooling community just as much as everyone else. However, you...
Did you know when George Washington was born? He was born Feb 22, 1732. That was a long time ago! He was the first president of the United States and was considered one of the reasons why we enjoy our freedom today. In celebration of America's Birthday, here is...
Homeschooling shouldn't mean you are stuck in your schoolroom. The world is full of opportunities and lessons waiting to be learned. We have all heard of the phenomenon of road-schooling and world-schooling where the classroom becomes wherever you are. The possibilities are endless. However, that is not feasible for everyone,...
Valentine's Day is less than a week away, and if you're needing some quick Valentine's Day cards for your kiddos to pass out, then I've got the solution for you! Today, I have a set of six different adorable Valentine's Day Cards that will add a little flair to...
Counting down the days to Christmas is exciting. An advent calendar helps mark the days and keeps the anticipation building. These calendars can be elaborate or very simple. Here are some simple yet super fun Advent calendar ideas for your busy schedule this year.
Besides the fact that nature studies are the best way to enjoy the world God created, I love the fact that they are so easy and require very little money or preparation (aside from a couple of good field guides and such). You really don’t have to have a very structured curriculum or one...
September is National Mushroom Month, its the perfect time to dive into a nature study on the topic. You really don’t need to wander farther than your own backyard, the next open field, or local state park to unearth your next nature study. There are so many things to learn...
Nature Journals are a popular way to engage children in the great outdoors. The flora and fauna of your local neighborhood become the teachers in the ultimate open-air classroom. Detailed nature studies are exciting, but can also be a good deal of work. As a summer alternative, try a tiny...
Homeschooling your children is a monumental task. If you ask, most homeschool moms would tell you that their biggest fear is failing! Everyone wants to get it right and do the best for their children. However, sometimes trying hard not to fail at homeschooling is the surest way to fail!...
