Summer School for Homeschoolers (and other kids who like to have fun learning)
Homeschool summer school? Why would you want to do that? The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and homeschoolers everywhere (and their mamas!) have more than earned a time of rest and relaxation! But before you slap all those books shut for an extended time and...
My Biggest Morning Time Mistake
There's been something just not right in our homeschool lately. We've got a good rhythm down, our routine and curriculum all sorted out, and we've been plugging away at our work through the long, dark winter months. We've been consistent and diligent. But somehow,...
Phoenix Wilder: And The Great Elephant Adventure – A Family Friendly Movie Review
What better way to nurture my kids' love of animals and nature than by combining it with another one of their favourite things -- family movie night! We've been learning all about mammals in our biology studies, and my kids were so excited when I told them we were...
Masterpiece Society Studio: The Only Homeschool Art Curriculum You Will Ever Need
From the time my daughter started her first Masterpiece Society workshop last year, it was love at first sight. She loved the variety of media and techniques she was learning, the video format with Alisha teaching, and especially how well her art projects turned out....
Narration Prompt Cootie Catcher
Do you have a child who is reluctant to narrate? Maybe you've been hearing a lot of groans and sighs when you ask your child to narrate to you? Try this fun, printable, narration prompt cootie catcher! All the wonderful benefits of narration, but with a little bit of...
Learning Mama’s Day in the Life of Homeschooler – 2018 Edition
If there's one thing that homeschool mamas are interested in, it's what other homeschool mamas are up to! Since I enjoy taking a peek at the schedules, routines, curriculum, and practices of other homeschooling families, I think it's only fair that I let you take a...
The Easy Way to Teach Art at Your Homeschool Co-op
Recruiting homeschool moms to teach co-op classes can sometimes be a little like pulling teeth. At least, recruiting THIS homeschool mom to teach a co-op class sure is! I've always been reluctant to participate because I've felt ill-equipped and uninspired. So I've...
Including Electives in Your Homeschool Curriculum for a Well Rounded Education
You know you want to provide your children with a well rounded and rich home education. You've spent hours researching educational philosophy and homeschool methods. You've carefully chosen your homeschool curriculum including math, literature, science, and writing...
Mid Year Homeschool Review: A Quick Look at What’s Working (and what’s NOT) in Our Homeschool
Now that all your shiny new curriculum and thoroughly considered homeschool plans have lost their new car smell, it's probably a good time to conduct a mid year homeschool review. After all, a good plan is only good so far as it is actually carried out and...
Easy Decoupage Heart Art Project for Kids
My daughter has become somewhat obsessed with decoupage and mixed media art! This obsession, along with her love for seasonal decorating inspired our most recent art project which I'm sharing with you today. This decoupage heart art project is perfect for Valentine's...
