Every year, more and more parents are making the decision to homeschool their children. Some are starting right from the get-go with preschool or kindergarten, while others are deciding to pull their kids from public school, even in the middle school and high school years. Regardless of homeschooling’s increasing popularity, there are still many, manyContinue Reading
Father’s Day Scratch-Off Craft
This Father’s Day craft is the perfect activity for kids just in time for Father’s Day! He will love uncovering the reasons why he’s loved so much this Father’s Day! Kids will love helping with this fun scratch-off craft that they can give to Dad! Follow the easy step by step instructions below to learnContinue Reading
10 Tips for Successfully Selling Used Homeschool Curriculum
Homeschooling your kids is great, but it can also lead to a lot of clutter that you may not have expected. Things like curriculum workbooks, reading books, supplements and more can all pile up once you’re finished with them causing your home to look more like a used bookstore than you originally planned for. TheContinue Reading
Textured Sand Slime
This textured sand slime activity is an absolute must try! If you have kids that love ocean or beach themed projects – they are going to love this one. It’s such a fun one for summer time and can be paired with a fun sensory activity such as a sensory bin or even some oceanContinue Reading
10 Route 66 Roadside Attractions the Entire Family Will Enjoy
Taking a family road trip along Route 66 is full of amazing roadside attractions that should be factored into your journey. There is literally something for everyone to see and enjoy while exploring all the fun roadside attractions on Route 66. In fact, there are so many fun things to do and attractions to see,Continue Reading
Keepsake Gift Ideas for Moms
I’m a gift giver! I love giving gifts. However, I like the gifts I give to have special meaning; something that the recipient will treasure for years to come. Mothers are some of the most amazing people on Earth. Your mother most likely holds a very special place in your heart. For some, she mightContinue Reading
Books Written By, About, and For Homeschoolers
I don’t know about you, but I love coming across books that were written by homeschoolers – especially the ones that give insight into or advice that makes it easier for others who are on that path. I also just genuinely love getting sneak peeks into the lives of homeschoolers. Check out this list ofContinue Reading
Readers in Residence – An Elementary Literature Course for Homeschoolers & GIVEAWAY
I recently posted a review on Apologia’s language arts curriculum, Writers in Residence by Debra Bell. We enjoyed trying out this curriculum and found Writers in Residence to be a very solid and comprehensive language arts curriculum. Today I’m going to share about Apologia’s literature curriculum, Readers in Residence, also by Debra Bell, which isContinue Reading
Money Saving Tips for Eating Out with Kids
Going out to dine with your kids is a wonderful experience. The joy on your kids’ faces as they feel fancy eating at that special restaurant is so worth it. Parents everywhere do enjoy taking their kids out to eat, but they often struggle with finding a way to do so within their budget. ItContinue Reading
A Different Approach to Teaching Grammar in Your Homeschool
We’ve been homeschooling for 11 years now and have pretty much just used one grammar curriculum. The grammar curriculum I have used with my four oldest kids is very thorough and very effective. It is also very dry, and very boring, for both student and teacher. With my four youngest kids coming up throughContinue Reading
