One-On-One Time with your kids. Is it even possible? I mean we live in such a busy world and many times that business can create a disconnect with our favorite little people. Yes, even though we spend most of our days together...we still need to find ways to set aside one-on-one time with our children individually. But, here's the thing...life happens...so you may need to plan ahead. Here are some … [Read more...] about 10 Easy Ideas for Spending One-On-One Time With Your Child
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Writing and Observing with all of Our Senses
Observation is a key component to good writing. With detailed observation skills, our children can describe most anything and have their readers feel as though they are seeing it with their own eyes. Writing and observing can be practiced with Brave Writer's Keen Observation exercise. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. Writing and … [Read more...] about Writing and Observing with all of Our Senses
Incorporating the Communication Game into Your Child’s Language Arts
The communication game can help build a good foundation in writing and communicating. If you are looking to grow your young writer's listening and description skills, then this language arts exercise is for you. Plus, it's fun! This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. Writing is Communicating Writing is the most powerful tool in … [Read more...] about Incorporating the Communication Game into Your Child’s Language Arts
How to Create an Enchanting Experience with Copywork
Copywork is an important part of the writing process. But how can we make it a meaningful and enchanting experience with the written word? How to Create an Enchanting Experience with Copywork This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. Copywork. Does it bring up images of the hard schoolmaster making students write lines on a … [Read more...] about How to Create an Enchanting Experience with Copywork
Playing with Language Games Your Kids will Love
Have you ever given thought to how your children can learn and play with language? Perhaps you want to add a bit of fun to your language arts curriculum. Try playing games! Language Arts with Games This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. Sometimes playing with language can mean incorporating chalk markers on our windows for our … [Read more...] about Playing with Language Games Your Kids will Love
Homeschool Art Appreciation and the Brave Writer Lifestyle
Art appreciation. Where does a homeschool mom even begin? Are you wondering how to incorporate art appreciation into your homeschool? It can be intimidating for sure. Especially if you feel that you know nothing about art or even where to start. Allow me to share with you my favorite ways to appreciate art with my kids. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure … [Read more...] about Homeschool Art Appreciation and the Brave Writer Lifestyle
No Stress Poetry Teatime and the Brave Writer Lifestyle
Poetry teatime. Does the thought conjure images of magical moments around the table loaded with poetry books, tasty treats, and a lovely tea set? This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. The Brave Writer Lifestyle I'm sure you know how much we love Brave Writer. Like love, love, love Brave Writer! The Brave Writer lifestyle is all … [Read more...] about No Stress Poetry Teatime and the Brave Writer Lifestyle
Big, Juicy Conversations in our Homeschool
Big, Juicy Conversations! Have you heard of such a thing? They are an intricate part of the Brave Writer lifestyle. But how do they work exactly, and can you count them as "School?" Big Juicy Conversations in our Homeschool Conversations with our children begin by asking meaningful questions. This happens by reading great books together, watching wonderful movies together, and by exploring … [Read more...] about Big, Juicy Conversations in our Homeschool
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