Have you ever looked at your kindergartner’s handwriting skills and got a little squeamish? Have no fear because kindergartners are very easy to teach. These Kindergarten Handwriting Practice Tips are just what you need! The key is making sure you take the time to help your kindergartner develop their handwriting. I wanted to share some tips with you to make this process a lot ...
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Fun Fall Activities for Kids
Now that summer is winding to a close, it's time to start planning fun fall activities for the kids. Whether you choose to spend time outside enjoying the cooler weather, have fun crafts planned for indoors, or maybe play with fall foods, we have some fun ideas for you this fall! ...
10 Homeschool Books For New Homeschool Parents
I love finding great homeschool books, but I especially love finding ones that are perfect for helping out my new homeschooling friends. Since I know how hard it can be to navigate this, in the beginning, this list is a great place to begin reading and understanding more about how to lead your kids in this homeschooling journey. You may be asking what these homeschool books can offer that ...
7 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Just Hand Your Child Money
Do you ever remember hearing your parents say "Money doesn't grow on trees"? That was a phrase I heard a few times growing up. My parents wanted to make sure we knew the value of a dollar and how good it feels to work for the things you have. I believe that everyone should know the value of hard work. If you have children, there are a few things you should know about why you shouldn't just hand ...
Homeschool vs Public School: How to Juggle Both
Sometimes it is necessary to homeschool one child, while your other child attends public school. This can lead to the homeschool vs public school debate, but also, a need to juggle doing both at the same time. Children, especially siblings, think everything should be equal and fair for both. However, sending one to public school and homeschooling the other can be a challenge, but you can ...
10 Activities To Teach Children About Labor Day
Sure Labor Day means a long weekend, usually marking the end of the summer. This year remember to make it something more than that. Help your children understand why Labor Day is acknowledged as a federal holiday with these ten activities. Notice that many of them can be done anytime, not just on or around Labor Day! 10 Activities To Teach Children About Labor Day Go to a Labor Day ...
Zap Zap Math for Kindergarten
I am always looking for great tools to make learning fun for my sons. When I was approached to review a new program and share about it, I was hopeful that it would be a good match. I have searched high and low for something that my kids would love when it comes to Math for Kindergarten. This new program seems to be a great match for my needs, and I believe you too will love it in your ...
Best Homeschool Curriculum & Resources for Math
After a few years of homeschooling, I can now say that these are the Best Homeschool Curriculum & Resources for Math. Since my sons all learn at different rates and in different ways, this list has a variety of options to meet your needs. I realize that there is no one set math curriculum that is best for every child, but these are a great place to begin exploring what works best for your ...
3 Reasons Pure Flix is Great for Homeschoolers
As a parent, it is your goal to keep your children safe while also expanding their minds and knowledge. Quality and safe movies are a must for entertainment and often education. That's why we are excited to share some Reasons Pure Flix is Great for Homeschoolers! If you've heard about Pure Flix already, then you know that it is a great family friendly video streaming service. What you don't ...
7 Must Have Homeschool Supplies Under $5
As you approach the choice of homeschooling your children you also face an unexpected occurrence that public schooling parents don’t often have to think about. The cost of homeschool supplies, books, curriculum and manipulatives used to help instruct your children can quickly add up and break your budget. Here are 7 Must Have Homeschool Supplies Under $5 that have helped many home educators ...
