Russia was a fun country to study during our year of homeschool units of countries and cultures. Like all countries, Russia has folktales and we found several variations of each one. It was interesting to read each one and compare the books. During our study we also listened to and read Peter and the Wolf–something we’ve […]
10 Tips for Managing Homemaking & Homeschooling
May 3, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Managing homemaking and homeschooling can be a tricky thing. If you are anything like me, juggling the homemaking and homeschooling at the same time can be overwhelming at times. Laundry, cleaning, cooking meals, and caring for the children is a lot when you add homeschooling into the mix. I fail…often. However, I have learned a […]
Australia Books for Kids
May 1, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Out of all of our countries and cultures unit studies Australia was our favorite. We’ve loved reading about the Australian outback and, of course, kangaroos, koalas, wombats, and platypuses. This list of Australia Books for Kids has some fabulous books included. We loved “The Pumpkin Runner”–a story inspired by a real person. “Finding Home” is […]
Straw and Pipe Cleaner Busy Bag
April 27, 2018 by Leave a Comment
This Straw and Pipe Cleaner Busy Bag is probably the cheapest and easiest busy bag there is. Using just two items, we can put together a busy bag the kids will love to play with. What two items? Straws and pipe cleaners. It’s as simple as that. Plus, if you head to the dollar store […]
5 Tips for Great Homeschool Field Trips
April 26, 2018 by 3 Comments
One of the great things about homeschooling is the amount of flexibility we have with scheduling field trips and learning adventures. In a typical public school classroom, kids will only take a few field trips over the course of a school year. At the school where I taught kindergarten, we were limited to two field […]
Nature Walk Bag
April 13, 2018 by 7 Comments
One component of our homeschooling is nature walks. We get outside, enjoy fresh air, and learn about the world around us. We often have several things we need to carry with us for our nature walk time. Instead of packing and unpacking a bag every week, I set up a Nature Walk Bag with some […]
Vinegar and Baking Soda Balloon Experiment
February 12, 2018 by Leave a Comment
This fun Vinegar and Baking Soda Balloon Experiment will have the kids squealing with excitement. Trust me, they’ll want to do this experiment over and over again! Much like our Yeast Balloon Science Experiment, kids will learn how to blow up a balloon with vinegar and baking soda and learn a little chemistry at the […]
Sugar & Yeast Balloon Experiment
February 5, 2018 by 1 Comment
Did you know that you can blow up a balloon without using your mouth or a helium tank? You totally can. This super fun Sugar & Yeast Balloon Experiment will have kids wondering how it works. Much like our magic light bulb balloon experiment, this balloon experiment is easy to do. This is one of those […]
Ritz Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole
January 29, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Sometimes you just want comfort food. Am I right? This Ritz Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole is comfort food to me and tips a hat to my southern roots. Pair this creamy chicken casserole with Ritz crackers on top with mashed potatoes and green beans and my belly is happy. YUM! Gosh, I’m getting hungry right now […]
Groundhogs Day Activities and Books for Kids
January 25, 2018 by Leave a Comment
These Groundhogs Day Activities and Books for Kids are perfect Groundhogs Day. Will the groundhog see his shadow or not? Kids can do these groundhog activities, read the books, and make predictions about whether or not we’ll have six more weeks of winter. The best part about these activities and books? No need to worry about […]
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