We love picture books and of course the more reading practice the better, right? But have you considered the value in wordless picture books? Wordless picture books can stretch the imagination and provide a great opportunity for story creating and story telling. Wordless picture books are not just for toddlers, I'm not talking about board books … [Read more...]
Kids Books About Baseball
Baseball is America's favorite past time, right? I admit, I've never been a big fan, myself, but it seems every kids goes through a Baseball loving phase. My son was in T-Ball when he was 4 and loved every second of it! My favorite part was when both teams crowded together to watch as earth worm wriggle over the dirt. We had pretty awesome coaches … [Read more...]
Fun Kids Books About the Circus
The circus is magical for a child. Okay, not just for a child. I love the circus, too! On our trip to the circus last year, we learned that the elephants had been retired and I was so happy for them. Though, elephant and circus do go together, I'm so glad they get to live their lives in peace. Anyway, whether you're preparing to go and can't wait … [Read more...]
Love to Learn Blog Hop 23
Welcome to the Love to Learn Blog Hop A collection of educational activities to instill a life long love of learning in our children. Enjoy learning through play, nature, crafts, and many other educational activities. This is a PIN-IT PARTY Your hosts will pin our favorite posts to our Pinterest boards! I encourage you to do the … [Read more...]
Learning About Italy Childrens Books
Learn about Italy through these fun and inspiring children's books. Learning about different cultures, people and places around the world is so important so our kids learn appreciation of others and know their way of life is only one way to live in our big wide world. Add these books about Italy to your homeschool curriculum or supplement your … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Make a DIY Fidget Spinner
Having a Fidget Spinner is all the rage these days. I kept seeing them online, but as my kids are homeschooled they don't hear about cool fads and the latest toys as quickly. The Fidget Spinner craze does not seem to be going away any time soon, so I began wondering when I would hear my kids ask for one. Especially my son, as he plays games online, … [Read more...]
Learning About Japan Childrens Books
If only I could travel to Japan and immerse my kids in Japanese culture to learn about it first hand! For now, we will have to learn about Japan through books, crafts, and foods. Learning about different cultures, people and places around the world teaches respect for all types of people and appreciation of others. Here are some great books about … [Read more...]
Learning About Africa Childrens Books
How I would love to travel to Africa and go on safari! That would be the ultimate way to teach my kids about African culture, but, since we can't get there, we can still learn about Africa through books and other ways. Learning about different cultures, people and places around the world is a fantastic way to learn respect for all types of people … [Read more...]
Sneak Peak at the Future of Californias Great America
This post is sponsored by California's Great America, all opinions are my own. My family and I were offered a trip to California's Great America Family Theme Park along with a luncheon where we had the opportunity to hear about upcoming improvements to the California theme park. I went to Great America many times growing up, it was even the … [Read more...]
Poetry and Rhyme Crafts and Activities
Rhythms of poetry and rhyme are enjoyable for every kid. The earlier kids are exposed to poetry, the more they appreciate it and begin to love it. Matching rhymes helps kids really listen to the sounds they are hearing and pick out similar sounds. It helps with reading comprehension and is a step toward learning to read. These fun poetry and … [Read more...]
Who are your kids? Do you really know them?
I'm usually a go, go, go, type of person, non-stop. I like to do things myself if I want to see them get done! However, I've had some health issues and have had to be home to attempt to rest. To be forced to relax was extremely difficult for me. It did help that anytime I tried to do anything, such as a load of laundry or put the dishes away, I … [Read more...]
Matching Rhymes Game
I put together a poetry unit study for my early literature class at our local Homeschooling Co-op, including reading kids friendly poems from some great poets, discussing them, rhyming activities for early learning, and this rhyme matching game. The preschool and early elementary kids came away with a much better understanding of poetry and they … [Read more...]
Brilliant Tips to Simplify Family Taco Night
As the days get longer and we are out of the house more with sports or other afternoon activities, coming up with healthy dinners each night, let alone having time to make them, can be difficult. I like variety, but two nights a week are predictable. We always have Taco Tuesday and home made Pizza night on Fridays. Two other nights are leftover … [Read more...]
Is Childhood Life or a Step Before Life Begins?
Help! A strange kid is talking to me! It was an open house. There were lots of people there with questions and only a handful of adults whom I could safely assume worked there. I waited patiently to be shown around and have my turn gleaning answers to my anxious questions as someone who was unfamiliar with homeschooling and still very unsure. I … [Read more...]
Get to Know the Great Artists
More than the style of their paintings, learn who these artists were. Learn about their lives and personalities, where and when they lived, and how they lived. Learn about art history through fun books that bring these artists to life. Learn about each artist's style as well. These are great books for your homeschooling great artist unit study … [Read more...]
Appreciating Poetry for Young Kids, Rainy Day Poems
Rainy Day Poems for Kids I put together a poetry unit study for my early literature class at our local Homeschooling Co-op, including book suggestions, ideas for early learning, poetry appreciation for kids, and rhyming activities that engage kids in learning and are a lot of fun. Enjoy some good rainy day fun with your preschool or early … [Read more...]
How to Gain Respect as Your Child’s Teacher
Many homeschoolers choose to learn using workbooks and textbooks just like school kids. Even if you don't use a full homeschool curriculum, you may want to teach your kids certain things. There can be a nice balance between lots of freedom and life learning, with a mix of some introduction of tools and curriculum. Some unschoolers will disagree and … [Read more...]
Books to Learn about Butterflies
Learning about butterflies in your homeschool natural science curriculum or just love butterflies? Learn about butterfly migration, caterpillars, types of butterflies and more. Incorporate other learning into your butterfly unit, such as letters, colors, and numbers. Enjoy these kids books about butterflies. Some related activities featured in … [Read more...]
Why “Me Time” is Over-Rated
How can I cope without ME TIME? I constantly hear moms complaining that they don't get away enough, they don't have time off from their kids, or they can't afford to go out with the girls, so they are miserable and feel like a horrible wife and parent. I want to extend some encouragement to these moms who are at their wits end and just can't … [Read more...]
Books for Kids About Having a New Baby
When mom is pregnant, everyone needs to prepare for the new baby, including siblings. It's exciting and can also be scary or uncertain times for young kids. Some kids will want to know as much information about a new baby brother or new sister as they can, while others will be satisfied with little info. For the kids that are very curious or … [Read more...]
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