A hands-on ocean study for kids is the perfect way to beat the heat by diving deep into the blue and all it contains. Explore books, games, videos, and hands-on activities to keep your ocean-loving kiddos happy and learning! *Disclosure: I was asked for an honest review of The Waldock Way's Ocean Unit Study. I was compensated for my time. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own. I … [Read more...] about Hands-On Ocean Study for Kids
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Discover National Parks for Kids
Discover the fantastic national parks of our country without ever leaving the comfort of your own home unless you want to. That's right, I've discovered a curriculum that will take you and your kid's trekking across the country to 60 of America's national parks! *Disclosure: I was asked for an honest review of Traveling the Parks. I was compensated for my time. As always, all thoughts and … [Read more...] about Discover National Parks for Kids
Digital Elementary STEM Science
STEMWerkz is a digital elementary STEM science platform designed to encourage children to investigate, discover, design, and invent. *Disclosure: I was asked for an honest review of STEMWerkz. 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 other families will enjoy … [Read more...] about Digital Elementary STEM Science
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
Incorporating Art into our Homeschool: Mixing with the Masters
Our son has recently taken an interest in Leonardo da Vinci. He's fascinated with this inventor and artist. Who can blame him though? Da Vinci is considered one of the greatest artists of all time! We also recently watched a Dr. Who episode that had Vincent Van Gogh in it (why yes, we are Whovians!) and now our son is wanting to know more about this second famous artist. Although I'm sure … [Read more...] about Incorporating Art into our Homeschool: Mixing with the Masters
Becoming A Family Of Brave Writers
What do you do when your child hates writing? How do you instill a love of writing when it is something that brings nothing but tears and heartache to your child? I must admit I was at a loss when it came to writing in our homeschool. Writing had become an almost painful requirement for both myself and our son. Basic writing prompts only prompted one or two-word responses! That is, until … [Read more...] about Becoming A Family Of Brave Writers
Smartick Math: Because Math Should Be Fun
"Mama, can I play my Smartick math?" I've gotten this question EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. for the past several months. Did you hear that? She said "play" and "math" in the same sentence! Our four year old thinks this newest math app was created just for her! It wasn't of course, but she and her brother enjoy it so much that they ask for it every morning. That's gotta tell you that something fun … [Read more...] about Smartick Math: Because Math Should Be Fun
Hands On History with History Unboxed
When you think back to your days of history class, do you think dry, boring texts filled with dates? Or do you remember exciting hands on learning with a splattering of stories that brought history to life? I remember enjoying the stories in my history classes but not so much the remembering of dates and key figures. I cannot remember history ever being hands on...science class, yes. Remember … [Read more...] about Hands On History with History Unboxed
Hands on History with Project Passport
Our son is developing a love of history! He is fascinated with the stories, adventures and, in particular, ancient battles. So, I've been on the lookout for a hands-on history program that incorporates living books, and audio stories that will keep history exciting and that he would enjoy while letting him dive as deeply as he desired into the pages of the past. *Disclosure: This post may contain … [Read more...] about Hands on History with Project Passport
The Dragon of the Month Club – Book Review
Books about dragons top the list of must reads for our 9 year old son. How exciting for us to discover "The Dragon of the Month Club" by Ian Reading! A book about two friends that discover the magic of dragons and so much more. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. *Disclosure: I received The Dragon of the Month … [Read more...] about The Dragon of the Month Club – Book Review