I gotta admit a hard truth, folks. We've kinda sorta misplaced our homeschool rhythm... Or possibly it was thrown from a speeding Mustang, ridden by feral farm animals, into the jaws of an outlaw coyote...Maybe I've been reading too much Adventures of Hank the Cowdog to the children. I'm not sure. All I know is our rhythm has gone missing and I'm struggling to find it. This post may … [Read more...] about When You’ve Lost Your Homeschool Rhythm
Hands On Pond Science With An At Home Water Testing Kit
We just had an amazing pond unit study with a water testing kit, pond and water related books, and a few supplies we already had on hand. I know that not everyone will have access to a pond, but any body of water can offer fantastic learning opportunities! Be it a river, lake, stream, marsh, ocean, or pond, I invite you to go out and explore. There is much we can all learn about the habitats, … [Read more...] about Hands On Pond Science With An At Home Water Testing Kit
A Picture Book About Temple Grandin
Are your children obsessed with science? Do your kiddos love reading books about amazing scientists? Perhaps your child has at one time felt different or that they didn't fit in? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you'll want to read the new picture book about Dr. Temple Grandin to your kids! I am so excited to share this new children's picture book with you! My kid's love … [Read more...] about A Picture Book About Temple Grandin
A Fun & Interactive Online Reading Program
Does your child want to learn to read? Perhaps they are already reading and need a little extra practice in their literary skills. I invite you to check out Reading Eggs! Plus you can get a FREE 4 Week Trial of this award winning program by clicking on my link below! One of the reasons we chose homeschooling was to be able to follow our children's interests when and where they … [Read more...] about A Fun & Interactive Online Reading Program
70 Favorite Audio Books For Kids
Do your kids like audio books? Did you know that audio books offer many educational benefits and make a wonderful learning tool? Our family is hooked on audio books. This has been a love affair that has spanned across many years. Ever since my oldest child, now 10, listened to The Hobbit when he was 4 years old he has loved audio books. What followed was The Lord of the Rings Trilogy, White … [Read more...] about 70 Favorite Audio Books For Kids
50 Favorite Games The Whole Family Will Love
If you love family game night, then check out our 50 favorite games the whole family will love! We are a family of game lovers. Family game night is a staple in our home, but the fun doesn't stop there. We also incorporate games into our homeschool! Why? Games are fun, educational, provide hours of entertainment, help build relationships, and make family memories. Games … [Read more...] about 50 Favorite Games The Whole Family Will Love
20 Creepy Crawly Snake Books
When we were checking out books at the library this past weekend, the librarian commented about how our son must love snakes....he does, but the stack of snake books were actually the books our four-year-old daughter had picked out! Whether you love snakes or fear them, you have to agree that snakes are fascinating creatures. From being legless to being able to taste the air with their forked … [Read more...] about 20 Creepy Crawly Snake Books
Preparing for Fall: Homeschool Curriculum Choices
Preparing for fall in the homeschool world means you are probably looking at all of the curriculum choices available to you. We are not a box curriculum type of family. Don't get me wrong, we use curriculums...just not in the traditional sense of starting at chapter one and continuing until the end. We love to tumble down rabbit holes of learning, get lost in forests of knowledge, and … [Read more...] about Preparing for Fall: Homeschool Curriculum Choices
Medieval Chalk Pastels: Video Art Course
Do your kids love history and art? Why not combine the two with a medieval chalk pastels video art course! I've mentioned before how we are using the Time Capsule: Medieval England Unit Study to fully immerse ourselves in feudal England. Well, we combined that study with some great history books and art too! Our son has become a history buff and craves learning about the different time … [Read more...] about Medieval Chalk Pastels: Video Art Course
Time Capsule: Medieval England Unit Study
Medieval history doesn't have to be boring! In a time of knights, kings, monks, and hard working peasants there is really no need for your children to feel that medieval England was anything but interesting. Time Capsule: Medieval England Unit Study We are loving history this year, folks. In addition to our Horrible Histories, various history games, and History Unboxed we have now added the … [Read more...] about Time Capsule: Medieval England Unit Study