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
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Backyard Biology Insects for Kids
Looking for a great Insect Unit Study for your kids? Here are some fun learning activities, books, and resources to get your kids immersed in the world of insects! *Disclosure: I received a Home Microscope, Basic Slide Set, Insect Legs Slide, and Space Ant Habitat at no cost and was compensated for my time in exchange for an honest review. I was not required to write a positive review. As … [Read more...] about Backyard Biology Insects for Kids
10 Easy Ideas for Spending One-On-One Time With Your Child
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 … [Read more...] about 10 Easy Ideas for Spending One-On-One Time With Your Child
Homeschooling Kids and a Dog: Bringing Home a Great Pyrenees
What does bringing home a Great Pyrenees have to do with homeschooling? Well, when you're homeschooling and you decide to add a puppy to your family it's bound to turn into a pet unit study. Because learning happens all the time. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. Homeschooling Kids and a Dog: Bringing Home a Great Pyrenees Our … [Read more...] about Homeschooling Kids and a Dog: Bringing Home a Great Pyrenees
Homeschool Art Appreciation and the Brave Writer Lifestyle
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 statement for more information. Homeschool Art Appreciation and … [Read more...] about Homeschool Art Appreciation and the Brave Writer Lifestyle
The Best Spelling Curriculum for Hands-On Learners
My son struggled with spelling for years. That is until we discovered the best spelling curriculum for hands-on learners! I have been seriously amazed at how quickly he has picked up the rules of spelling and how they have stuck with him in this program. *Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. I … [Read more...] about The Best Spelling Curriculum for Hands-On Learners
Make Your Own Solar Oven S’mores
Did you know that your kids can build their own solar oven out of pizza boxes? It's true! What's more, there is loads to be learned about the concentration of the sun's energy and you can all enjoy a tasty treat at the end of the process: Solar Oven S'mores! Here is how we made these tasty s'mores and learned about Reflection, Absorption, and Convection. This post may contain affiliate … [Read more...] about Make Your Own Solar Oven S’mores
Fireworks Activities and Books for Kids
Fireworks and Firecrackers are used by many different cultures all over the world to celebrate important holidays and events. Whether it's New Year's or the Fourth of July your child is going to hear the POW and see the dazzling displays of fireworks at some point. Nearly every major holiday from Chinese New Year to Guy Fawkes Day include these exploding creations. But where did the humble … [Read more...] about Fireworks Activities and Books for Kids
Shark Week Art for Kids with Chalk Pastels
Do your kids thrill at the thought of shark week? Perhaps your kiddos are like mine and obsess over sharks year round? Either way, they are going to love shark week art for kids with chalk pastels! This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. Shark Week Art for Kids with Chalk Pastels My children have had an obsession with sharks for … [Read more...] about Shark Week Art for Kids with Chalk Pastels
15 Shark Books for Shark Loving Kids
Are your kids obsessed with sharks? Folks, my kids love sharks! They have tracked a shark named Lydia for several years around the Atlantic ocean. They've explored sharks with chalk pastels. There are favorite documentaries that make appearances again, and again... Then, there are the books, shark books. These tried and true favorites have been read and re-read for many years. This post may … [Read more...] about 15 Shark Books for Shark Loving Kids