When I first began homeschooling, I was a “super planner.” I had days, months, even the whole year planned out. I laugh at myself now because my, how things have changed. My whole year went out the window so fast because I learned that homeschooling is a lot different than teaching in a classroom. Continue Reading
G is for Gardening – The ABCs of Homeschooling {guest post – Vicki}
Gardening is a big part of our family life. It was the first topic that I wrote about seriously on my blog, but I have yet to cover gardening as it can relate to homeschooling…until today! Today I will share six fun ways to incorporate gardening into your homeschool. A quick note: someContinue Reading
The Fascinating World of Birds DVD {a review}
BrainFood Learning began when Bryce and Jennifer Mooney couldn’t find the educational, yet entertaining videos that they sought for their two young children. To remedy the lack of stimulating content out there, they have made the “Fascinating World of……” DVD series. There are three different DVDs in the series, and my kids and IContinue Reading
Storm by Evan Angler {a book review & giveaway}
I recently became a Tommy Mommy and joined the Tommy Nelson mother review team. What does that mean for you, my readers? At least once a month, I will be featuring a new Tommy Nelson product, sharing my thoughts on it, and giving the product away to one of you! Pretty awesome, huh? Continue Reading
Increasing Your Breast Milk Supply
Breastfeeding…it was something I just knew I would do even before I was pregnant with our first. After all, it was the natural and normal thing to do. I knew that some women had problems but thought most of those problems were due to some fault on the mom’s part. I believed most moms couldContinue Reading
Frugal Field Trip Tips for Homeschoolers
When I was in school, I eagerly looked forward to field trip days. A whole day away from the “learning” and humdrum of sitting in desks and filling out worksheets. What I didn’t realize then was that during these trips I was still learning. I just didn’t realize it because it was FUN! Continue Reading
History Rocks Part 1 {a review}
This post includes affiliate links. Thanks for your support of this site! Please see my disclosure for more information. My family was recently blessed with the opportunity to review the History Rocks Part 1 curriculum from fellow blogger and homeschooler, Jill at Enchanted Homeschooling Mom. You can get the History Rocks Part 1 curriculum atContinue Reading
FREE Reading Log & Book Report Form
Just wanted to share some printables that I made for our homeschool next year. You are welcome to download them and use them in your school as well! I made a reading log for each of my independent readers to keep track of their daily reading. They are requiredContinue Reading
The Bathroom Wall – MOM 2 MOM Mondays {guest post – Christy}
I won a contest (and a really pretty lamp) when asked where in my house I’d put something that would most inspire or encourage me. My answer in all seriousness was, “My bathroom wall!” When asked why there, the answer was easy, “Because it’s the one place I get the most peace &Continue Reading
Cheesy Head Party Game
Welcome to the last day of 5 Days of Family Fun! Day 1 – Donut on a String Day 2 – Ping Pong Toss Day 3 – Balloon Stomp Day 4 – Save the Kids Day 5 – Cheesy Head Today’s activity is: Cheesy Head Supplies: Shower caps, one forContinue Reading
