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Learn About Penguins

Learn about penguins with these great kids books | penguin books | penguin facts | science | Arctic animals | education | homeschool science | #wtrw What to read

Animals are always a favorite topic in our homeschool learning. Preschool, Kindergarten, or early elementary homeschooling is the perfect time for unit studies. I let the kids loose in the library and we  find all sorts of books about animals. We usually choose one animal they are especially interested in and then try to find many different kinds … [Read more...]



Top Nature Study Books for the Young Naturalist

Top Nature Study Books for the Young Naturalist | homeschoolling | forest schooling | kids books | nature books | nature crafts and nature activities | gifts for kids | gifts for teens |

If you've been here before, you know that nature is so important to me! Kids need to spend plenty of time out in nature, getting dirty, exploring their world, listening and watching the plants and creatures growing and moving around them. More time in nature leads to less stress, more focus, less problems with anxiety, ADD, health issues, greater … [Read more...]



Learn About China Childrens Books

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Learn about China 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 kids books about China to your homeschool curriculum or supplement your … [Read more...]



Kids Books Chinese New Year

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Do you celebrate Chinese New Year? Start a new tradition this year and learn about he celebration of the New Year, the traditions, and the zodiac of the Chinese calendar. A fun place to start is always with some engaging picture books. Learn about the Chinese culture and curl up with a new favorite book. Below I share some suggestions for kids … [Read more...]



Learn About Chickens Kids Books

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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

Kids books about the meaning of Easter | childrens books | picture books Easter holiday | celebrate | what to read

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...]



Top Four Types of Books to Gift Kids

Top four types of books to gift kids. best gifts for kids #wtrw | books for kids | best gifts for kids | childrens books | picture books |

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...]



10 Books Fathers Need to Read to Their Kids

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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...]



Learn About Flowers with These Beautiful Kids Books

Learn about flowers through beautiful books for kids | kids botany | gardening for kids | homeschooling | homeschool natural science books #wtrw #whattoread

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...]



6 Favorite Game Books for Kids

6 favorite game books for kids

Before the instant gratification of devices, apps, and video games, we kids had to invent ways to entertain ourselves. Remember the Alphabet Game on family road trips? It’s so much easier for us parents to plug kids into a device when they are complaining about being bored, but I challenge you to give your kids the chance to find their own … [Read more...]



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Hello, I'm L. E. Mastilock. I am a lover of food, family, and nature. I encourage parents to live a green, healthy lifestyle and have fun learning together. I am a published author and multi media artist, homeschooling my kids in the beautiful CA mountains. Read More…

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