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Going Old-School: Final Projects, Part 2

In our house this is it – our last month of the school year. My kindergartener and fourth grader are rounding the bend into summer. But we’re not quite done. There’s still time to introduce them to some experiential,...

Enjoy Handicrafts This Summer

For those of us who take breaks from school in the summer months, those weeks can be wonderful times of relaxation from the regular hectic schedule. Because of the extra time, the lazy days of summer can also be perfect for...

Easy Spring Spider Craft

My kids completed a cute and easy spring spider craft that I wanted to share with you! Using a few simple supplies I feel that you’ll find this craft is loads of fun. Here we go, let’s create. Supplies needed: Crushed...

Homeschooling with Toddlers

The key to successful homeschooling with toddlers is preparedness. Knowing this now, as I do, all the year round I keep an eye out at garage sales, thrift stores, and craft blogs for activities, inexpensive ones, that will keep...

Homemade Snowflake Activity

Looking for a fun winter activity you can do with your family? Look no further! Today I’ll be teaching you how to make homemade snowflakes! Snowflakes are simply a form of crystalline water ice. They begin as snow crystals and...

A Winter Nature Walk

A winter nature walk might seem like a boring (or cold) idea, but don’t be fooled – God’s creation, though less active this time of year, is still ready to excite you! Of course, snow is an obvious topic of study, but...

Puff Ball Magnets

Puff ball magnets, also known as magnetic pompoms are great manipulatives for kids and them help improve those fine motor skills! While especially great for tots, all of my kids love using them and as it turns out, they are very...

Around the Web with Kris

photo courtesy The Homeschool Classroom Domino Christmas Ornaments – The Homeschool Classroom – If you’re looking for fun, simple Christmas projects for your kids, this post from The Homeschool Classroom, part of a...

Preventing Boredom During Christmas Break

Many of us have wrapped up our homeschooling for the year, beginning a Christmas break a little early. Perhaps you just have a few more days to go. Whenever you decide to take a break, it can be a little bittersweet. The kids...

Ways to Engage Your Children During Their Holiday Break

Most kids count down the days each year until they are able to go on holiday break. But time away from school means that kids will need other activities to keep them occupied. There are a number of ways to keep kids engaged,...