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All About Spelling for Older Kids

October 29, 2017 by Erin Vincent 4 Comments

  Spelling. It has come up recently with my son. This kid has big plans and it involves spelling. You see, he wants to write a book...an EPIC book with heroes, and battles, and courage, and dragons... Yes, he's letting me in on his grand plans and I'm honored.  Especially when he asked me for help. Our son is a great reader, but we've never used a formal spelling … [Read more...] about All About Spelling for Older Kids

Filed Under: Curriculum, Homeschool, Review Tagged With: all about spelling, All About Spelling and Older Kids, all about spelling level 1, hands on, multi-sensory, spelling, spelling activities, spelling for kids, spelling for kids activities, spelling for kids learning, spelling for older kids, spelling for older students, spelling help

A Picture Book About Shark Science

October 18, 2017 by Erin Vincent 7 Comments

Are your children obsessed with sharks? These apex predators are a diverse and varied group. My son has had an intense fascination with shark science for years! If your kid loves sharks, then you'll want to read the new picture book about how to survive as a shark to them. Also, this book MUST be read aloud in a Pirate voice... You know like, "Yo-ho-ho" and "ARRR Me Mateys!" I'm pretty … [Read more...] about A Picture Book About Shark Science

Filed Under: Books, Review Tagged With: book review, children's book, How to Survive as a Shark, kid books, kids shark book, picture book about sharks, science, science books, science picture book, shark picture book, sharks

All About Reading: A Multi-Sensory Approach to Reading

October 15, 2017 by Erin Vincent 5 Comments

Learning to read isn't one size fits all...reading is a unique adventure for each child! It's a special journey. One in which you choose what sort of voyages you become a part of. But, before you are ready to sail the Pequod in search of the elusive white whale you must first learn the alphabet. The sounds of each letter must be mastered before you can go traipsing across the Misty Mountains, … [Read more...] about All About Reading: A Multi-Sensory Approach to Reading

Filed Under: Curriculum, Reading Tagged With: all about reading, all about reading pre reading, curriculum, Homeschool, homeschool resources, kindergarten, level 1, preschool, read, Reading, reading activities, reading curriculum, reading resources

Pumpkin Painting & Halloween Picture Books

October 10, 2017 by Erin Vincent 3 Comments

  We paint pumpkins every year. It's the perfect Halloween or fall activity. Especially for children who do not have the strength, dexterity, coordination, or are not yet old enough for carving pumpkins. This year was no different although I did read aloud to the children from a new selection of Halloween books while they painted. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Painting & Halloween Picture Books

Filed Under: Books, Halloween Tagged With: Books, Family Friendly, Halloween, Halloween Activities, Halloween art, Halloween Books, Picture Books, Pumpkin Books, Pumpkin Painting, pumpkins

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Books & Activities

October 8, 2017 by Erin Vincent 5 Comments

  The Legend of Sleepy Hollow is a favorite in our home. We read it every year at Halloween and our kids never seem to tire of it. This year I decided to do a bit more than read the original classic by Washington Irving. This year I wanted to add in a few activities to go along this famous folktale.   My kids love reading books that coincide with the seasons and holidays. … [Read more...] about The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Books & Activities

Filed Under: Books, Halloween Tagged With: Halloween, Halloween Activities, Halloween Books, Kids, Kids Books, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

Halloween Poetry Teatime Picnic

October 1, 2017 by Erin Vincent 1 Comment

  A Halloween Poetry Teatime Picnic! Doesn't it just sound lovely! I admit at first it seemed like it might be a bit overwhelming, but I decided to make it as simple as possible. We already had the Halloween costumes, the poetry books, an old quilt, and some apple cider. The only prepping I had to do was opening a package of Pillsbury Halloween cookies. Seriously, I'm all for homemade … [Read more...] about Halloween Poetry Teatime Picnic

Filed Under: Brave Writer, Halloween, Homeschool Tagged With: Brave Writer, Brave Writer Halloween, Halloween, Halloween Activities, Halloween Books, Halloween poetry, Halloween Poetry for kids, Poetry, poetry for kids, Poetry Teatime, spooky poems for kids

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