Inspire gratitude and thankfulness this year by snuggling up with your kiddos and reading a children's book. During the holidays, we as parents usually focus more on thankfulness, but I encourage you to approach this concept year-round. There are important lessons to be gleaned from these books to help you cultivate a spirit of gratitude and thankfulness in your children. 15 Books to Inspire … [Read more...] about 15 Books to Inspire Gratitude and Thankfulness
When You Can’t Do Everything: Overcoming Homeschool Burnout
Homeschool burnout can leave you feeling defeated, stressed, and tired. How do you spot the signs of burnout, and what can you do to help your homeschool and yourself to thrive again? This week I found myself sitting behind my closed bedroom door crying and gorging myself on giant handfuls of coffee nut M&M's. Feelings of frustration and overwhelming thoughts had finally gotten the best of … [Read more...] about When You Can’t Do Everything: Overcoming Homeschool Burnout
Free Offline Math Games Perfect for Building Problem-Solving Skills
Are you looking for a FREE math game resource that makes math fun and exciting? How about math games that focus on critical thinking and problem-solving skills. If you want to help facilitate and nurture a math-rich education, then Beast Academy Playground is a fantastic option for getting your kids thinking outside the box. *Disclosure: I was asked for an … [Read more...] about Free Offline Math Games Perfect for Building Problem-Solving Skills
Fun & Easy Literature-Based Hands-On Science Your Kids Will Love
Are you tired of having to gather up all of the needed items for your child's science activity? Maybe it's a struggle to find literature to go along with your kiddos science lesson. Or perhaps you need a hands-on science curriculum that is easy and fun for multiple ages, including a busy mom! BookShark science offers all that and more! Hands-on experiments in an easy-to-use kit plus great … [Read more...] about Fun & Easy Literature-Based Hands-On Science Your Kids Will Love
Our Favorite Fall Books
Our favorite fall books include those with gorgeous illustrations and beautiful stories. With the cooler nights comes the change in seasons. Autumn is upon us as is apple picking, falling leaves and of course pumpkins! Don't you just love fall? Changes in the seasons result in changes in the seasonal books on our shelves. I hope you enjoy some of our fall favorites! This post may contain … [Read more...] about Our Favorite Fall Books
Harry Potter Homeschool Perfect for Young Wizards
Do your children love Harry Potter? Or maybe they love all things magical and mythical! If yes, then this Harry Potter homeschool is for you! *Disclosure: I was asked for an honest review of Waldock's Wizards and Wands. I was compensated for my time. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own. I only choose to share resources that I would use with my own family and those that I believe … [Read more...] about Harry Potter Homeschool Perfect for Young Wizards
Homeschooling with Mental Illness
"I think your depression may be cycling back around." my doctor said. "Is this what I can expect the rest of my life to be be like? Swinging from depressed to normal?" I asked. "There are lots of different treatment options. We just have to find the right one for you." my doctor replied. My doctor seemed full of optimism, but I felt the crushing weight of what having a mental illness … [Read more...] about Homeschooling with Mental Illness
Fantastic Online Science Course
Are you looking for a flexible, self-paced online science course for your middle-schooler or high schooler? Maybe your teen needs more of a visual approach to science. Science doesn't have to mean a dry textbook! Discover a different approach to science courses with Fascinating Education. *Disclosure: I was asked for an honest review of Fascinating Intro to Chemistry. I was compensated for my … [Read more...] about Fantastic Online Science Course
Embracing Our Strengths as Introverted Homeschool Moms
Are you an introvert? Being introverted homeschool moms can be a struggle. But there are also strengths and encouragement in our quiet ways. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. Introverted Homeschool Moms Motherhood is beautiful; motherhood is hard. All moms understand this paradoxical truth. Yet introverted mothers face unique … [Read more...] about Embracing Our Strengths as Introverted Homeschool Moms
Homeschool Geography with Delicious Snacks
Are you ready to make your homeschool geography delicious with snacks from countries around the world? Today I'd like to share with you how we took our geography from bland and boring to vibrant and delectable! This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. Geography has been a huge part of our homeschool this year. We've … [Read more...] about Homeschool Geography with Delicious Snacks