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Creative Math Activities for the Road

Thu, 11 May 2023 15:00:00 +0200

Are you planning a family road trip but worried about how to keep your kids engaged and learning along the way? Math activities on the road could be the perfect solution! Not only is math an essential skill for daily life, but it can also be a fun way to pass the time and keep...

Robby the Drummer Robotics for Kids Review

Thu, 11 May 2023 14:49:00 +0200

A robot kit that teaches our kids the behind-the-scenes programming, hardware, and electronics of robotics? Yes, we’re interested! And here’s our Robby the Drummer robotics for kids review. If you are also a parent who wants to prepare their children for where tech jobs are now, and where they’re going in the future, check out...

Learning American History Through Literature Review

Fri, 05 May 2023 01:30:35 +0200

A review of “Learning American History Through Literature” Review by Sara Jordan of Heart and Soul Homeschooling Learning American History through Literature from Common Sense Press is an educational approach that uses literature, known as living books (more about that below), as a tool for teaching history. The program includes a literature-based curriculum guide that...

A Simple, Meaningful Mother’s Day Gift & A Giveaway Just for Moms!

Tue, 02 May 2023 14:43:00 +0200

It was the Mother’s Day gift about which she said, I do not think that I have ever appreciated such a gift as that you gave me on Mother’s Day 5 years ago… A Meaningfule Mother’s Day Gift – A “Thank You, Mom” Jar It’s simple. It’s inexpensive. It’s not time-consuming. It doesn’t require much...

Pretty Wire Butterfly Bookmark Craft

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 11:22:50 +0200

Working with wire craft is a fun way to create beautiful and intricate designs, such as this butterfly bookmark craft. Wire craft can be used for a variety of purposes, and what better way to add a touch of whimsy to your homeschool reading experiences than with a wire butterfly bookmark craft? With just a...

Compass Classroom Review

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 15:53:00 +0200

If you have or will soon have a middle or high school student you are homeschooling, you will want to read this Compass Classroom review! Members of our team have used Compass Classroom. Our Compass Classroom review is organized by the critical questions most of us ask when researching and evaluating homeschool curriculum options. Who...

Review of Light of Mine -"Towers of Light” Book 1

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 15:08:00 +0200

Before jumping into my review of Light of Mine, book one in Allen Brokken’s Towers of Light fantasy series, let me make a confession about my childhood reading habits. As a kid, I’d read if I was told to read. And, of course, I’d always end up enjoying it. But the idea of reading, in...

Mammoth Cave Packing List

Sun, 26 Mar 2023 16:05:58 +0200

Mammoth Cave Packing List Are you getting ready to explore the caves around Mammoth Cave?! Or maybe you are joining us for our Geology Camp in April, 2023. It can be hard to pack to go somewhere you’ve never been before–especially when you are doing things that you’ve never done before (like crawling around caves!)....

Our 50 States Review – US Geography by Notgrass

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 02:58:33 +0200

Our 50 States Review – US Geography by Notgrass. What is the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word geography or US geography? For me personally, the the phrase US geography takes me back to the third grade in public school, watching Mrs. R at the front of the classroom in...

25 Creative Ways to Learn Math in the Garden

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 02:38:42 +0200

I love gardening. It can be such a fulfilling way to connect with the natural world. (Plus, with the cost of groceries these days, many of us are becoming more interested in growing our own food!) But the garden can provide more than just food for homeschooling families. It can also provide a great way...

Notgrass History – An Inspiring Elementary American History Curriculum

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 14:01:12 +0200

Let me share with you how I came to even consider Notgrass History and Our Star-Spangled Story, an elementary American history curriculum by Notgrass History. In the summer of 2022, a sweet friend of mine and I went to The Great Homeschool Convention in Ontario, CA. Friends, my mind was BLOWN. We sat in presentations from...

Dyslexia Test – Does Lexercise Work?

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 10:30:00 +0200

Let me share a little about our dyslexia journey. You might be in a place where you suspect your child has dyslexia (that’s where I was), or you may have an official diagnosis after completing a dyslexia test. Our journey may be very similar or wildly different, but I really think it helps to hear...

Your Ultimate List of Fun Math Games

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 19:33:57 +0200

Do you have difficulty believing you can make math fun with math games? I know, right?!! I was right there, too, when I first started homeschooling. Confession time: I hated math when I was in school, and I was afraid to even teach it (even the lower levels of math)! So, I was always on...

Valentine’s Day Books for Kids

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 20:57:27 +0200

Valentine’s Day isn’t just about celebrating a significant other, it can also be a special season to share some sweet moments with all the people we love, especially our children! We’ve put together a list of Valentine’s Day books for kids. We get excited about Valentine’s Day around here. Don’t believe me? Check out this...

World’s Most Fascinating Rock Collection

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 00:03:24 +0200

As a homeschool mom, I love it when I can find fun resources that can be used by my children independently and with parental involvement. Our recent experience with the World’s Most Fascinating Rock Collection was just that! My kids were obsessed with it, but I loved most that the recommended activities take various amounts...

Winter/Cold Themed Science Books

Mon, 02 Jan 2023 08:01:59 +0200

If you ask my 7-year-old what her favorite subject is, she will say “science” in a heartbeat. She is curious about everything from how our bodies work to why chickens lay eggs. I am always on the look out for books that will be interesting to her and feed her love of science. I put...

Winter Bird Study

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 13:00:02 +0200

Winter is a great time to do a nature study! You may think it’s too cold to be outside, but don’t let the cold temperatures deter you. We’ve had some pretty astonishingly lovely winter days here lately. So pick a nice day to get out and walk around the park or go for a nature...

Geology Camp and Cave Crawl Spring 2023

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 09:19:28 +0200

We are excited to announce our new Geology Camp and Cave Crawl! We’re going back to Kentucky with an all-new Geology Camp and Cave Crawl! Every year we have repeat travelers (We are SO thankful for all of you!!), but as we continue to provide fun and educational travel for homeschool families, we are growing […]

40 Unique and Fun Christmas Activities for Kids and Families

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 18:19:26 +0200

It sounds counterintuitive to say, “Slow down!” during the busy Christmas season, but that’s our intent with this big list of Christmas activities for kids and families. This year, try one of the crafty Christmas activities listed here rather than rush around finding the perfect gift for a family member or friend. A book-page Christmas […]

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Ivy Kids Review and Giveaway- STEM & Literature Subscription Boxes

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 18:41:10 +0200

My daughter loves crafts, but I struggle to come up with them, but in this Ivy Kids review, we’ll see how this struggle solved!Seriously, our art room is filled with construction paper, paints, brushes, scissors, glue, chalk pastels, and everything else needed for craft time. I usually give her free reign over what she wants […]

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