Have you ever bought anything on impulse thinking it would be the "be all end all" and would magically make your life infinitely easier or better or more beautiful? I'm totally asking...for a friend... You know, like those amazingly organic toasted coconut chips made with caramel sea salt...that would make you forget that it was a total health food? That is until you actually tasted it … [Read more...] about Homeschooling with Joy and Sometimes on Impulse
Hands-On Geography with Pin It Maps
One of my ultimate favorite things about homeschooling is our ability to follow our children's interests. These rabbit holes of learning are akin to the rabbit hole that Alice fell down when chasing the infamous white rabbit. One never knows where you'll end up. So it is that I've discovered maps are a fantastic way to aid us in our learning adventure! *Disclosure: This post may contain … [Read more...] about Hands-On Geography with Pin It Maps
When Children Choose Math Books
My kids asked for math books this week. Seriously! Earlier in the week, at the library, I asked my son if he was looking for anything in particular. He responded that he wanted all the Sir Cumference books, Bedtime Math books, and any similar math books. Really? I mean...OK, sure! I'm not gonna lie. This mamma's heart did a back flip. When Children Choose Math Books Isn't it amazing … [Read more...] about When Children Choose Math Books
Go Squish Cardgame: A Fun Way to Learn Spanish
Games are one of the best ways to learn and Foreign Languages for Kids by Kids has created the fantastic Go Squish Cardgame to help your children learn Spanish in a way that is both fun and engaging! This is a game that our kids ask for over and over. You've heard me gush before about our love for Foreign Languages for Kids. Our family adores this easy to use program. Foreign Languages for Kids … [Read more...] about Go Squish Cardgame: A Fun Way to Learn Spanish
Geography Through Stories: Around the World Stories
I would love to travel with my children! Dreams of a cross-country road trip (with someone else driving, of course) and stops along the way to check out the strange but true sites of our great country have flitted through my mind for years. I'd also love to tour the world. At the moment travel isn't possible. There are far too many responsibilities here on our farm. But that doesn't mean that … [Read more...] about Geography Through Stories: Around the World Stories
Smartick Math: Because Math Should Be Fun
"Mama, can I play my Smartick math?" I've gotten this question EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. for the past several months. Did you hear that? She said "play" and "math" in the same sentence! Our four year old thinks this newest math app was created just for her! It wasn't of course, but she and her brother enjoy it so much that they ask for it every morning. That's gotta tell you that something fun … [Read more...] about Smartick Math: Because Math Should Be Fun
The Importance of Imaginative Play in Early Childhood
The warm sun is shining and the fireflies have emerged. It's summer and the smell of bbq's and lilies fill the air. My new flower bed is filled with poppies and a morning dove greets me with her mournful sound from a nearby tree. I love stepping outside with my morning coffee and enjoying the sights and sounds of summer. Our daily rhythm throughout most of the year is best described as controlled … [Read more...] about The Importance of Imaginative Play in Early Childhood
The Benefits of Guitar Lessons with Gentle Guitar
We first found out about Gentle Guitar through The Homeschool Sisters Podcast and have been taking guitar lessons since March 2017. Our son loved it so much that after the free trial we decided to continue the lessons. We were skeptical at first, but after the first couple of lessons on Skype we quickly realized that this was an amazing way for our son to learn how to play guitar. Our son first … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Guitar Lessons with Gentle Guitar
5 Days of Harry Potter Inspired Fun
Why not enjoy some Harry Potter inspired fun? We are celebrating the 20th anniversary of the publication of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and what better way to do that, than to spend the next 5 days with Harry Potter! In honor of the 20th anniversary we are kicking off with a collection of Harry Potter Inspired STEAM Printable Challenge Cards! STEAM stands for Science, Technology, … [Read more...] about 5 Days of Harry Potter Inspired Fun
Hands On History with History Unboxed
When you think back to your days of history class, do you think dry, boring texts filled with dates? Or do you remember exciting hands on learning with a splattering of stories that brought history to life? I remember enjoying the stories in my history classes but not so much the remembering of dates and key figures. I cannot remember history ever being hands on...science class, yes. Remember … [Read more...] about Hands On History with History Unboxed