Get your kids moving, and observing the natural world around them with this Nature Game Cootie Catcher! The weather is warming, the birds are singing, and I don't know about you, but this mama is ready for some outside time with the kiddos! Since the children LOVED my Harry Potter Origami Sorting Hat Fortune Teller, I thought I'd create something for them with a bit of a nature challenge in … [Read more...] about Nature Game Cootie Catcher
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Bring Music Lessons into Your Home with Gentle Guitar
Here is your chance to bring music lessons into your home! Music lessons right in the comfort of your own home? Yes! My son has been taking Guitar Lessons from Gentle Guitar for over a year with no signs of stopping. We adore the instructors and methods of Gentle Guitar! My son has now been introduced to music theory as well as written notation and loves it. It's so awesome to watch him … [Read more...] about Bring Music Lessons into Your Home with Gentle Guitar
How to Create A Learning-Rich Environment in Your Homeschool
There are many things we can do to help create a learning-rich environment in our homeschool. How A Learning-Rich Environment Begins A learning-rich environment begins with a parent that loves to learn and models the excitement of learning new things, asking questions, and hypothesizing. Laugh and enjoy the process of learning with your children because monkey see, monkey do, so to … [Read more...] about How to Create A Learning-Rich Environment in Your Homeschool
10 Books for Kids Who Loved A Wrinkle in Time
There are books that help children fall in love with reading. Some books fall into the "childhood favorites" category. A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle does just that! This book has entertained millions since it was published in 1962. But what about after your child has finished reading this beloved novel? What's next? Here are 10 books for kids who loved "A Wrinkle in Time!" This post … [Read more...] about 10 Books for Kids Who Loved A Wrinkle in Time
Chalk Pastel Techniques and Master Artists
My kids have been obsessed with art lately! They are particularly keen to learn more about master artists. Chalk Pastels makes it easy for children to explore master artists like Van Gogh, Monet, Picasso, and O'Keefe while also incorporating simple chalk pastel techniques! *Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. I received … [Read more...] about Chalk Pastel Techniques and Master Artists
Exploring Art: Art Books and Games for Kids
Do you need some art inspiration for your homeschool? I've got over 30 art books plus art related games to help you make the most of the master artists! This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. Exploring Art: Art Books and Games for Kids We have been on a MAJOR art kick the past couple of months. I'd say it all started with Monet and Van … [Read more...] about Exploring Art: Art Books and Games for Kids
Poetry Tea Time and the Brave Writer Lifestyle
Poetry is a lovely thing. Julie Bogart from Brave Writer says, "Poetry is the candy of language for young children." I believe that to be so. I personally find poetry to be soothing. But how should one introduce poetry to their children? How does one foster a love of poetry in their children? This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more … [Read more...] about Poetry Tea Time and the Brave Writer Lifestyle
25 Movies You Can Pair With Books
Books made into movies can be a wonderful addition to your homeschool! But it wasn't until I discovered the Brave Writer lifestyle that I realized what a perfect pairing movies and books could be. Here are 25 movies you can pair with books to enhance your family's movie night! This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. Incorporating the … [Read more...] about 25 Movies You Can Pair With Books
10 Books for Kids Who Loved Wonder
There are books that can have a profound effect on us. They touch our hearts and help us grow in ways that can be life-changing. If your child has read Wonder by R.J. Palacio and has perhaps followed the "Choose Kind" movement, then they may be looking for more books about kindness. Here are 10 middle-grade chapter books for kids who loved Wonder that encourage compassion, empathy, kindness, and … [Read more...] about 10 Books for Kids Who Loved Wonder
Early American History Timeline and Unit Study
History has become a hot topic in our home. No, nothing is on fire... It's just that my 10-year-old is absolutely obsessed with history! So, we've been enjoying a fantastic early American history timeline and unit study. Planning Our Early American History Unit Study *Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. I received The … [Read more...] about Early American History Timeline and Unit Study