We go to an organic working farm once a month with a group of homeschoolers and work all parts of the farm from caring for animals like chickens, to prepping soil, planting, and harvesting. The kids get hands on learning about healthy foods, and all aspects of farming using science, math, and working outdoors together. Catching chickens and … [Read more...]
The Meaning of Easter – Childrens Books
Easter is a special time of year. It's so fun and exciting for kids, but I love to spend time reading about Easter with them. I want to make sure they understand to reason we celebrate, the true meaning of the Easter holiday. Here are a couple kids books about Easter that explain in terms kids can understand. And of course one Max and Ruby, because … [Read more...]
Adorable Easter Craft – Spring Baby Chicks
Are you looking for a last minute DIY Easter craft you can actually do? Something that doesn't require a ton of time or obscure supplies? If you're like me, you waited till the last minute to decide, hey, lets do some Easter crafts together! And why not! Holidays are about spending time with family. Don't worry about perfection, but enjoy time … [Read more...]
How to Truly Live Happily Ever After
photo by Shawnicy Barnhart I reviewed the new book My Beloved and My Friend: How to Be Married to Your Best Friend Without Changing Spouses Every girl dreams of someday jumping into the fairytale and living happily ever after! But can you have a lasting happy marriage? Is it all just a myth? What makes a great relationship? Where do I … [Read more...]
Top Four Types of Books to Gift Kids
Books make wonderful, lasting gifts. Whether you are shopping for holiday gifts for kids, educational gifts to grow your home library, or educational books for your homeschool curriculum, books are always a good choice! Here are just a very few of our favorite books and a suggestion of types of books that make the best gifts for kids. Books Make … [Read more...]
Top Four Ways to Raise Grateful Kids
In our world of instant gratification and distraction, it can be hard for kids to take the time to realize how good they have it, how much they have, and to be grateful for it. And it can be hard for you as well, as a parent, to be an example of gratitude.For Thanksgiving this year I wanted to share tips that I have learned along the way in … [Read more...]
Kids Books About Seasons
I love living in the mountains where I can see the dramatic changes of the seasons. I grew up on the coast and the changes were mild and not very noticeable. I still love the sea and evergreen redwoods, but I walk outside now and see yellows, oranges, reds, and a rain of leaves when the wind bows. It's suddenly much cooler than it was a month ago … [Read more...]
10 Books Fathers Need to Read to Their Kids
Celebrate Dad this Fathers day with some special time reading with your kids. There are many great books about Fathers for Dads to read to their kids. Many studies show how important it is for kids to hear Daddy read to them. Strengthen that bond between father and daughter or father and son and show your kids what it means to be their dad in these … [Read more...]
Wonderful Childrens Books Every Mom Should Read with Her Kids
Motherhood is an amazing adventure and there really is nothing that compares. The moment you become a mom, your heart grows to aching. These are my favorite kids books in this collection of wonderful books to share with your child that show a glimpse of the relationship between mother and child; the bond and the infinite love a mom feels for her … [Read more...]
Learn About Flowers with These Beautiful Kids Books
Do your little gardeners love flowers? My daughter would love if we grew only a flower garden rather than a vegetable garden. We had a great time recently identifying plants and flowers that were growing in our front yard. We moved here a year ago and I was not sure what every plant was in the landscaping that we were left with. We were thrilled to … [Read more...]
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