Social-emotional intelligence is key to teaching our children the skills they need to manage all sorts of different emotions and situations. But how can we teach such an important skill? When in doubt my go-to is always books! This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. During times of hardship, crisis, and big emotions I … [Read more...] about 50 Children’s Books that Teach Social-Emotional Intelligence
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Online Art Curriculum for Your Homeschool
An Online Art Curriculum is a fabulous way to add the beauty of art class to your homeschool. This award-winning program will help your child learn the fundamentals of art in short easy lessons. *Disclosure: I received Atelier Homeschool Art by Arts Attack 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 Online Art Curriculum for Your Homeschool
Storytelling Spanish Language App: FabuLingua
For parents wanting to raise bilingual children, here is an interactive Spanish language app that uses the power of storytelling to engage kiddos in a second language! *Disclosure: I received FabuLingua 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 always, all thoughts and opinions are my own. I only … [Read more...] about Storytelling Spanish Language App: FabuLingua
Homeschooling When it’s Hard
Have you ever given much thought to homeschooling when it's hard? Not all homeschool days are pretty. I've caught myself feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and downright frightened at times. Many parents are finding their worlds turned upside down in this bizarre and untypical time. But homeschool, like life, has its seasons. And thankfully, not all seasons last. This post may contain … [Read more...] about Homeschooling When it’s Hard
Homeschool Strewing as Part of a Child-Led Education
Do you strew? What is strewing and how can you incorporate it into your homeschool? Strewing can be a wonderful support for any homeschool method. Homeschool strewing is the art of laying out items or resources of interest for your children to interact and engage with. Strewing is a particularly marvelous technique if, like us, you follow more of a child-led education. Homeschool Strewing as … [Read more...] about Homeschool Strewing as Part of a Child-Led Education
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 are some … [Read more...] about 10 Easy Ideas for Spending One-On-One Time With Your Child
Make Maple Syrup Snow Candy
Like "Little House in the Big Woods" Make Maple Syrup Snow Candy! We were so thrilled to get our first snow of the season! It was white, fluffy, and gloriously cold! So cold in fact that, if out long enough, your face and hands hurt! The children pointed out that when the sun's rays hit it just right; it looked like millions of diamonds covering the ground. Of course, the first thing I wanted to … [Read more...] about Make Maple Syrup Snow Candy
Favorite Winter Picture Books
Cozy up with over 20 of our favorite winter picture books for kids! These books are sure to warm and excite your little ones as they dive into stories of snow, ice, nature, and family. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. Favorite Winter Picture Books for Kids Do your kids devour books? Here are some of my children's absolute favorite … [Read more...] about Favorite Winter Picture Books
Backyard Biology: Birds for Kids
Kids will love studying the biology of birds from their own backyards! Any season is a great season for bird watching and nature study. All you need are a few books and hands-on activity resources. Suddenly, you've got a great unit study to immerse your kids in the world of backyard birds. *Disclosure: I received a Home Microscope, Basic Slide Set, and Chick Embryo Study Guide at no cost and … [Read more...] about Backyard Biology: Birds for Kids
New Year’s Eve Cootie Catcher
If you're looking for a fun activity for your children on New Year's Eve while they excitedly wait for the ball drop then you might enjoy our New Year's Eve Cootie Catcher! It tells the future...kinda like a magic 8 ball! Simply print, fold, and then ask it simple yes or no questions. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. New Year's … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve Cootie Catcher