Summer is finally here! When you need a break from the beach or the pool, these picture books are just right for slowing down and savoring the magic that is summer. The Raft by Jim LaMarche Nicky isn’t looking forward to spending the summer with his quirky grandmother in her […]
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Muddy Hands: Encouraging Little Scientists in Your Backyard
After the long days of winter, spring has finally arrived and the daylight hours are getting longer. Maybe cabin fever has taken your family by storm. There are many different activities that you and your child can do with those “extra” daylight hours. Getting outside is a great remedy for […]
Read MoreFree Printable On the Farm Activity Book
Learn about the farm with your younger kiddos with this fun and colorful printable pack! This PDF is perfect for a farm unit study or as a field trip companion packet, with beginner math, counting, phonics, coloring pages, and more. In this packet you will find: Visiting the Farm Worksheet […]
Read More5 Favorite Picture Books for Memorial Day
Memorial Day is an American holiday that honors those who lost their lives in military service to the United States. These heartfelt picture books bring Memorial Day to life and help kids understand the great service that these men and women gave. The Wall by Eve Bunting This restrained yet […]
Read More20 Favorite Picture Books about Farms
Do your kids love learning about animals and nature? If so, these endearing farm picture books are perfect for your homeschool. Baby Farm Animals by Garth Williams Simple, humorous text identifies each fuzzy, furry, or feathery farm animal capering about the farm. This longtime favorite has been reissued for a […]
Read More7 Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Family Read-Aloud Time
1. Start Small, but Read Often! Establishing a routine is key to read aloud success with little ones. If your kids are young, or haven’t had much read-aloud experience, keep it short. Ten to fifteen minutes is a great place to start. Set apart a consistent time in your day […]
Read MoreTeaching Science to Little Ones at Home
Doing hands-on science activities at home is a great way to fuel your young child’s natural curiosity and innate sense of wonder. You don’t necessarily need a formal science curriculum in the early years. Engaging projects using materials you already have around the house will go a long way toward […]
Read More10 Favorite Picture Books for Spring
With the days getting longer and sunnier, we’ve got a wonderful list of spring themed picture books for you. These books are perfect for reading under a shady tree, packing with a picnic for a stroll through the garden, or cuddling up with on the couch after a morning out […]
Read MoreFree Scripture Memory Printable + Activities
When your children memorize Scripture, they gain a wealth of Biblical knowledge that they can draw on for the rest of their lives. As Charles Swindoll has written, “I know of no other single practice in the Christian life that’s more rewarding, practically speaking, than memorizing Scripture…No other single exercise […]
Read MoreHome Education: Is it a Pursuit or a Passion?
If you have been homeschooling for any length of time, you will eventually question your pursuit of this education-at-home idea. Difficult seasons, difficult children, difficult life circumstances—all can cause you to pause and wonder if you can keep going. Especially in the winters of our lives, we need a reason, […]
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