Falling into a Homeschool Routine: Our Fall in Review

As we enjoy this wonderful holiday season with family, I am also taking the time to look back on the first half of our year, our routines, successes and failures, and where we'd like to go in 2018. Our Fall homeschool term started off without a hitch and we truly have found our groove. There are definitely a few things I'd like to change, but I've also found a ton of great resources and tools that are perfect for any homeschool or preschool. With five little ones, all at various ages and … [Read more...]

Why Canvas Photos Make the Perfect Gift: Holiday Gift Guide

It's crunch time y'all! Less than a week until Christmas and if you are looking for that last-minute gift I think I have something you'll love! Whether you are shopping for your mom, grandma, a girlfriend, or need an idea for the office gift exchange... wrapped canvas' are perfect! The Perfect Gift Every year around the holidays we plan to take either a nice DIY family picture or get professional pictures done. These aren't just for our Christmas card either, each year grandparents and great … [Read more...]

Christmas in New York City with Kids

Okay, so I am definitely not a New Yorker ( I don't even live in Jersey) and I'm not a pro, but we've done the New York thing with kids at Christmas time a few years now so I feel like I have some good insight for anyone wanting to try it! I definitely learn more each time and am not afraid to strike up conversations with other "families" on the street/train to ask questions. Since posting pictures of our trip, I've received a ton of questions from friends and followers. The biggest … [Read more...]

Improving Math Skills One Fun Session at a Time: Smartick Method

My family was given a  3-month subscription to Smartick Method to facilitate this post. I did not receive compensation and the opinions are 100% my own.  Personally, math has always been a struggle. I remember very clearly the moment that I received my very first B (gasp) in Middle School Math.  So, in order to help my girls learn to appreciate math and enjoy math at a young age, I am willing to try anything... anything! Growing up I loved Math Blaster you know the game where you had to blast … [Read more...]

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