Kayaking and Canoeing.... I've been wanting to have just such an adventure with the children all summer! We finally received our opportunity at Warrior's Path State Park here in East Tennessee! We have a homeschool group that meets there every Thursday afternoon for a Ranger led excursion and talk about the local flora and fauna. This week one of the rangers was leading a kayaking and … [Read more...] about Our Kayaking and Canoeing Adventure
Archives for September 2016
Our Week in Review
Another week has come and gone. Anyone else exhausted? I know I sure am. Perhaps I just need more caffeine in the way of coffee! I always start my day with coffee and now that we've entered into a new school year I like to start my day with a bit of encouragement. I've really been enjoying Brave Writer's Julie Bogart on Facebook. Each morning at 8am she is live with … [Read more...] about Our Week in Review
Fun Brain Activities for Kids
Your brain is the most complex part of your body! It is the part of your body that tells you what's going on around you. The brain even creates the thoughts and feelings that make up your personality! This is definitely a part of the body we need to know more about! The kids and I enjoyed some fun brain activities, this week, that included interesting brain facts, the different parts of … [Read more...] about Fun Brain Activities for Kids
Our Favorite Fall Books
Summer is coming to an end here in the mountains of Tennessee and with the cooler nights comes the change in seasons. Autumn is upon us as is apple picking, falling leaves and of course pumpkins! Changes in the seasons results in changes in the seasonal books on our shelves. I hope you enjoy some of our fall favorites! This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my … [Read more...] about Our Favorite Fall Books
A Homeschool Day in the Life
On a Farm (with a 3 & 9 year old) This new school year looks much different than last. because last year we lived in Atlanta, Georgia. This year we said goodbye to the hustle and bustle of the city and moved to a farm in East Tennessee! It has taken some adjustment for sure. Adjustments to living in a smaller space without a school room. Adjustments from Unschooling to a more Eclectic … [Read more...] about A Homeschool Day in the Life
Multiplication Math Games with HoliMaths X
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. Folks, I am so excited to share a fun strategy math game with you: HoliMaths X Multiplication Game! Multiplication. Times Tables. Math. These words can strike fear into the hearts of many parents. How many of us hated memorizing our multiplication facts? How many of us loathed the … [Read more...] about Multiplication Math Games with HoliMaths X