Fall is on it's way and that means it's harvest time for some of my favorite foods! I love apple picking with my family and since learning with food is so much more fun, why not incorporate your love of apples into all subjects. Science, math, reading, writing, homeschool curriculum all while enjoying apples, family, and the getting into the fall … [Read more...]
Historical Biographies for Kids
No matter how you teach history, one of the most engaging and fun ways to learn history is to read historical books for kids. I listed a few of our favorite history books below. Along with researching the best history curriculum, and traveling to historical sites and history museums, there's nothing like reading historical biographies for kids. … [Read more...]
Historical Fiction Books for Kids
You can read history books, research the top history curriculum, and go to some fantastic history museums. But, no matter how you teach history, one of the most engaging and fun ways to learn history is to read historical fiction books. I listed a few of our favorite history books below. Island of the Blue Dolphins and Anne of Green Gables are … [Read more...]
Must Have Books for Homeschooling
Getting ready for back to school, or rather back to homeschooling? We did not intentionally take a break over the summer, but somehow book learning fell to the curb just the same. It's soon time to get back into intentional learning, not solely unschooling. But, however you learn or teach your kids, no matter what curriculum you use, these are some … [Read more...]
Books to Inspire Cooking With Kids
Are you a short order cook? Always trying to figure out what your kids will eat and make it as appealing as possible? I hope not! The best way to get picky eaters to eat or any kids to eat healthier foods is to get them involved in cooking. These cookbooks for kids and children's books about healthy eating will inspire your little chefs. The Kid's … [Read more...]
Fun Ideas to Teach the Alphabet
There are many great ways to teach preschool or Kindergarten letters. Teaching the ABCs is super fun! Draw letters in the sand or dirt with a stick, trace letters on a tray in pudding or whipped cream, look for letters on signs around town, place buttons, stones, or any small item in the shapes of letters. My son's favorite way to learn ABCs was to … [Read more...]
Children’s Books for Playful Math Learning
There are many fun ways to learn math. There are educational games, online math games, workbooks, homeschool math curriculum, educational board games... A good place to start with learning numbers, beside counting everything around you, and critical thinking is by reading books together. These are a few of our favorite math books. From preschool … [Read more...]
Teaching Colors Books for Kids
The world is full of wonderous color. When teaching my kids about color I, of course, read them adorable children's books about primary colors and mixing colors. However, my and quickly my kids' favorite books about color were books with brilliant photographs full of bright colors, such as the Oceans of the World and many books about the Amazon. We … [Read more...]
Kids Books About Bugs
What kid doesn't like insects? All things creepy and crawly are so fun to learn about when you're a kid! My kids love to lift up rocks and logs to see what bugs they can find. Our absolute favorite book to learn about insects is 'On One Flower' by Anthony D. Fredricks. It shows the relationship and food chain between insects and how the insects … [Read more...]
Books that Teach Kids about Wild Flowers
I wonder who decides which flowers are wild flowers and weeds and which are appropriate for homes and gardens? I love all flowers and almost all plants. There are a few exceptions, but I try to spread that love of all plants to my children. I also think it's important to know your local flora and fauna so I keep a guide with us on hikes and walks. … [Read more...]
Read about the Beach with Kids
Growing up by the sea, the ocean and the beach hold special meaning for me. Memories of long summer days playing in the sand and water, watching tide pools and jumping waves. I love to feel the warm sand on my feet, obviously! One of my favorite subjects is learning about the beach. It's always been my kids' favorite homeschool subject as well. … [Read more...]
Read about Family
My family is the most important thing in my life. And I'll enjoy as much family time as I can get. I know these kids are growing up fast and I don't want to miss any part of it. Reading together is one of my favorite past times to cuddle up with my family. With a few good books and some added curriculum or lessons, your kids can learn while bonding … [Read more...]
Gardening Books for Kids
Gardening with kids is such a wonderful activity for so many reasons! Get kids outside in the fresh air and let them get their little hands in the soil to find worms, plant seeds and watch them grow. Growing your own food as a family is a not only a great time to bond, but kids are more willing, usually eager, to eat food they have grown … [Read more...]
Books for Learning about America
Each week we have a different theme at the What to Read hop and I’ll be suggesting my favorite children’s books for learning with your kids on that topic through picture books, activity books, and great supplements to your homeschooling curriculum. I want to travel around the U.S. to teach my kids about our great country and it's rich history. … [Read more...]
Great Kids Books on Travel
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy. Each week we have a different theme at the What to Read hop and I'll be suggesting my favorite children's books for learning with your kids about that with fun picture books, activity books, and great supplements to your homeschooling curriculum. I've always wanted to … [Read more...]
Kids Books on the Farm
One of our favorite homeschooling activities is working at the farm. We go to an organic working farm every month with a group of homeschoolers and work all parts of the farm from caring for animals like goats, cows, and chickens, to prepping soil, planting, all the way to harvesting and cooking the food grown. The kids get hands on learning about … [Read more...]
Learning about Monkeys
I'm excited to be joining the What to Read blog hop link up as a co-host. Each week we have a different theme and I'll be suggesting my favorite books for learning about that topic with your kids. Animals have always been one of my kids' favorite topics in homeschool learning. Preschool and Kindergarten homeschooling is the perfect age for unit … [Read more...]
