Why Hello There! After a fun little getaway to Niagara Falls last week I just had to share this. You know you are a teacher/ homeschool mom when you plan a week's worth of lessons as you are walking around, exploring a new place on vacation. Unfortunately the girls aren't quite old enough for these lessons, but I truly can't wait until they are! Niagara Falls These lessons can be adapted for kids ages 7 and up. They will walk your family through the history of Niagara Falls, the geological … [Read more...]
Fall Outdoor Play and Poetry: A Stick is an Excellent Thing
Fall is an absolutely wonderful time to venture outdoors, explore nature, and play. The weather is often tolerable in most places and the changing of seasons provides a ton of play things (leaves, acorns, etc.). We recently added a morning basket to our homeschool day with a focus one day each week on poetry and nature. The craziest thing that I found through searching and browsing books is that there are so many poetry books about nature. Nature in the form of poetry, how cool is that?! If … [Read more...]
Saving Your Sanity This School Year: Round Up
It's that time of year again! Time to buy backpacks, pack lunches, shop for school supplies, and get back into a somewhat normal routine. I've teamed up with an amazing group of women to bring you some sanity saving tips. Get your back to school season started right with our amazing round-up of back to school posts! Here you’ll find everything from meal planning to travel safety and so much more! Saving Your Sanity Working Mom Life | Back to School Driving Safety Tips Link: … [Read more...]
11 Memorial Day Craft Ideas
I've been searching for craft ideas for a Memorial day service project for our Sunday School, as well as some fun ideas to do with my girls at home. While doing so I thought that a few of you may also benefit from my searching. So, here are 11 great Memorial Day craft ideas. Whether you choose to use them in your classroom, at home, for a service project, or in church I hope they help you to have a wonderful Memorial Day. Memorial Day Craft … [Read more...]
