No matter how big or small your family is in size, navigating the logistics of a family Bible time can be challenging. When my older children were in their toddler years, I told myself a lie that we didn’t need family Bible time yet. I didn’t think they understood, I thought it was too difficultContinue Reading
How to Keep Kids Safe on Instagram
Instagram has become pretty popular among adults and kids. Even though your kid shouldn’t be on Instagram unless they’re 13 years old, some kids are getting online younger and younger. Whether you’ve allowed your kid to get on Instagram or not, it’s important that you know how to keep kids safe on Instagram. This helpsContinue Reading
Hurricane Tube
Originally published 4/9/12: This year for science we are using Apologia’s Exploring Creation with Astronomy. This is our second year using Apologia’s elementary curriculum by Jeannie Fulbright and I feel we have finally found “the one” (all you other homeschoolers know what I’m talking about)! Lord willing, we will use this curriculum all through theContinue Reading
Sunflower Cupcakes
If you’re looking for the perfect summer, or even fall, cupcakes, you are going to love this sunflower cupcakes recipe. It’s such a fun treat for seasonal parties, barbecues, or even just as a fun treat for the kids (or you). Scroll down below for the full recipe! I personally love making cupcake recipes thatContinue Reading
FREE Homeschool Resources Monthly
I think it’s safe to say that homeschool parents love free stuff – free curriculum, free resources, free ebooks – am I right? Many homeschool families are living on tight budgets and one income, which often means waiting for curriculum sales, buying used, finding free resources, or even going without. Well, I’ve got youContinue Reading
Daily Scripture Copywork Calendar for September
I’ve had quite a few people email me lately telling me that they had a hard time finding the current month’s FREE scripture copywork calendar, so I’m going to move the ‘download now’ button to the top of the post so that hopefully that will fix the problem. So, to get September’s FREE printable scriptureContinue Reading
Is Roblox Safe for Kids?
Roblox is a similar platform to Minecraft. This is an online multi-player game that’s been out since 2006. Most of the games your kids will find on Roblox are user/player created games that are made for other players to enjoy and play together online. As a parent, you may want to know that some gamesContinue Reading
Beach Sensory Bin
This beach sensory bin is a great summertime activity kids! If you don’t live near a beach, this can be a lot of fun for toddlers, preschoolers, and even older kids too. Follow the step by step directions below to put together your own bin! If you’ve tried my sand slime recipe, you’re going toContinue Reading
How to Create a Homeschool Portfolio for High School
Keeping track of your child’s homeschool career is very important, especially if you live in a state with strict homeschool laws and regulations. Regardless of where you live and what your state’s homeschool laws are, it’s essential to be diligent in tracking your child’s journey through high school. You’ll want to keep good records soContinue Reading
How I Save Time as a Homeschool Mom
Thank you to Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring this post. Contrary to what some people might think, homeschool moms are busy people. Like really busy! Between parenting, housework, meal planning and prep, errands, co-op, sports and music lessons, church, AND homeschooling, it’s a wonder how homeschool moms find the time to sleep. And that doesn’t evenContinue Reading
