Are you trying to juggle homeschooling and all of your kiddo's activities? Homeschool parents constantly feel pressure to fill every moment of their kids' days with educational instruction or extracurriculars. The struggle is real, folks. Yet, there is much to be said about leaving space in our homeschool. Learning happens is in those unplanned spaces. Leaving Space in Our Homeschool … [Read more...] about Leaving Space in Our Homeschool Year
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Our Eclectic Homeschool Curriculum Choices 2018-2019
Summer is drawing to a close, which means that school is on everyone's mind. I admit I'm not ready for the warmth of summer to end. We've already had our first 4H Horse Club meeting as well as a couple of Homeschool Group meetups. Since I can't stop summer from ending, I have resigned to making this school year the best one yet! So, here is my annual homeschool curriculum post. We will use … [Read more...] about Our Eclectic Homeschool Curriculum Choices 2018-2019
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
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
5 Reasons We Use All About Reading
I am often asked about the literacy of my children. Many of you may notice that we've always got a book or fifty piled high from the library. My kiddos LOVE books, and I love nothing more than snuggling up with them and reading aloud. There are many things I do to promote reading literacy at home but for my daughter, we are also using All About Reading. *Disclosure: This post may contain … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons We Use All About Reading
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
Audio Adventure Stories About Asia Your Kids Will Love
Asia is a wonderful continent filled with amazing landforms, animals, diversity of culture, food, and people. What better way to explore this amazing continent with your kids than with audio adventure stories about Asia! *Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. I received access to the Around the World Asia Stories at no … [Read more...] about Audio Adventure Stories About Asia Your Kids Will Love
Exploring Spring with Chalk Pastels
Folks, this has been the longest winter I can remember in years! Every time I think spring has arrived, winter rears it's blistery head again! Look, we look love winter as much as the next family. The fluffy flakes mean snowmen and warm firesides, hot chocolate, and ice skating. But eventually, you begin to dream of warm sunny days. There have been days this "Spring" where we see fog, rain, … [Read more...] about Exploring Spring with Chalk Pastels
Fun Brain Activities for Kids
Your brain is the most complex part of your body! It is the part of your body that tells you what's going on around you. The brain even creates the thoughts and feelings that make up your personality! This is definitely a part of the body we need to know more about! The kids and I enjoyed some fun brain activities, this week, that included interesting brain facts, the different parts of … [Read more...] about Fun Brain Activities for Kids
Exploring Nature with Illustrated Children’s Books
Illustrated children's books are a perfect way for kids to explore nature! Let's face it... we can't always get outside for nature study. The weather may not cooperate, or someone may be feeling poorly. Life happens. Maybe you have had a full day of hiking and exploring, and now your children want to extend their exploration of nature with books? Or you may want to simply strew these … [Read more...] about Exploring Nature with Illustrated Children’s Books