Do your kids go to summer camp? Last year I was looking into sending my son and it was a little too pricey in our area. My son was still pretty young and I wasn’t sure if he’d actually stay all day or not want to go home early so I thought for a fraction of …
Choosing Online Libraries & Apps Wow, what a month March has turned out to be. My heart goes out to all those affected by the CoronaVirus and I thought one thing I can do to help right now is to offer families an online resource list of the best online libraries and apps approved by …
Two years ago we made a big shift in our family & began homeschooling. We home schooled preschool without (a formal) curriculum & instead focused on play-based learning at home. Although our homeschooling journey did not start out this way we have come so far in such a short period of time I wanted to …
1. Don’t reinvent the wheel- Save Money Use what you have, buy what you need. Homeschooling families need to be resourceful, especially if you’re in it for the long haul. What everyday items can be used for learning? Take inventory of what you already have and THEN buy what you need. Re-purpose whatever you think …
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Did you know you can teach reading at home without curriculum? You do not need to purchase a formal program to teach reading if you know the basic components & how to support them. There are many parts to building the skills that early & beginning readers need to learn how to read. Bookmark this …
Good quality books for beginning readers are hard to find! I am sharing our list for beginning readers as a support for parents reading at home with their child. NOTE: This post is a book list and basic info for teaching Pre- K to Grade 2 readers without having to do research or assess your …
I am always on the look out for new recipes preferably ones that are healthy, easy & kid friendly so that I don’t have to make a separate dish for the kids! Most of these are healthy treat recipes that are easy, quick ways (or prep ahead) so I have wholesome deliciousness ready to go! …
Our all-time favorite is a Pirate Play Date. If you have a upcoming play date, or want an excuse to invite some friends over try no-prep pirate activities (see below). You can skip the work of preparing activities & just buy ready to go supplies. If you have more time like a sleep over, extended …
Do you need a go-to play dough recipe? Here’s an easy one with essential oils- smells amazing, is ready in about 10 minutes & is calming for kids. The finished play dough has a wonderful texture and will last about 2 months if stored in an air tight container or resealable bag. Kids Activities to …
