Growing up in Florida, I had no idea what a "snow day" was until I moved up north. I also had no idea of the importance of snow day activities, until I spent a winter stuck inside a tiny apartment with my toddler. I also became very familiar with this routine: Dress all the kids up for snow ...
Tips for Planning Your Homeschool Day
When I talk to parents who are new to homeschooling one of the biggest questions I'm asked is, "how do you plan your homeschool day?" Since most of us grew up in traditional schools, we tend to gravitate towards a traditional schedule. However, one of the benefits of homeschooling is ...
Properties of Water Experiments
Water. It’s one of the basic elements of life. Living things need it every day to survive. It seems that water is everywhere and in all facets of life. We drink, bathe, and play in it. Sometimes, we take it for granted. Since water is everywhere, let's learn more about the properties of water and ...
Sight Word Bingo (Free Printable)
Games are a great way for kids to learn. Younger children typically have trouble sitting still for extended periods of time. Playing educational games is a great way for kids to learn and have fun at the same time. Three of my children are dyslexic. We had to rely on memorization to help them ...
Lapbook Ideas
If you need some creative inspiration for the upcoming school year check out these awesome lapbooks. If you are thinking, what is a lapbook? click over and read my lapbooking article. We've used them over the years in various subjects and my children always remember the concepts that were ...
