Reformation Day is at the end of October, so why not have a Reformation Party? Our family hosted a Night of Reformation (or Day of Reformation) several years when our kids were younger. As they grew older, they helped plan our Reformation parties. Our kids still have fond memories of those parties. Before I go… Continue Reading
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Shifting to Independent Learning: Teaching Tip #3
As your kids grow up, it will soon be time to shift to independent learning in your homeschool. Don’t worry! If you’re following along with our homeschool tips, you laid a foundation for your child to begin learning independently. Discover Learning Strategies As Your Homeschooled Child Shifts to Independent Learning As mentioned in earlier articles,… Continue Reading
My 9 Favorite Books of 2017
Today’s the first day of 2018, so I’m taking a look back at 2017 this week. Let’s start with my favorite books of 2017. I love to read. This year, I read less fiction and more non-fiction than normal. Which books were my favorites? #1 – How to Forgive … When You Don’t Feel Like… Continue Reading
9 Fall Books to use with Fall Activities for Kids
Use these 9 fall books for fun fall activities for kids – at least 1 for each of our fall books. I had so much fun looking for fall books you can read with your kids. Some of these are ones we read together as a family when my kids were young. And to make… Continue Reading
14 Books About Apples – Apple Crafts or Activities for Kids
I love reading books with kids and doing a corresponding craft or activity. So, I was inspired to share some fun books about apples that you can read with your kids. For each apple book, I’ve included corresponding apple crafts or apple activities for kids. Whether you’re looking for apple activities for kids or preschoolers,… Continue Reading
The First Thanksgiving Books for Kids {30 Days of Thanks}
Read some books to give your children a proper perspective about the first Thanksgiving. A few years ago I shared the following with some of my friends. Each year I look for a new book about the Pilgrims & Mayflower to read aloud. Last year we read Landing of the Pilgrims, a Landmark book. When… Continue Reading
Patriotic Books with Flag Day & 4th of July Activities for Kids
I don’t know about you, but we were always reading in the summer. Even though we took a break from formal homeschooling, we still learned. Why not learn more about Flag Day, 4th of July (Independence Day) by reading patriotic books the next few weeks? Even if you don’t have time to read these books… Continue Reading
Gardening with Kids {Weekend Links}
With spring upon us, I thought gardening with kids would be a great topic. If you have some other links to gardening activities for kids … please post it as a comment. Click on any image to get more info. Growing Worms – Kids will love this! If you want some awesome nature activities,… Continue Reading
Bunnies, Rabbits & Ducks – Short Bedtime Stories for Kids
Last week I shared some Easter books I saw in Barnes & Noble last week. On that same trip, I found lots of bunny & rabbit books that are classics – just perfect short bedtime stories for kids . . . Enjoy! The Velveteen Rabbit Margery Williams I still remember this book from my own… Continue Reading
Easter Books Telling the Easter Story for Kids
A couple weeks ago, I was in Barnes & Noble catching up on kids books. When I saw books telling the Easter story for kids … I decided to share some Easter books that you’re family will love & your kids will be able to read. If you want my list of books for older… Continue Reading