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Fun Ideas to Teach the Alphabet

leaning the ABCs with kids can be fun! Ideas and books for teaching the alphabet. Preschool Kindergarten homeschool curriculum kids activities

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...]



4 APPS for Kids Better Than Pokemon Go

4 apps better than Pokemon Go! Educational apps that are not only entertaining, but filled with STEM learning for your preschool apps to elementary and more

All I keep hearing about is Pokemon Go. It does look like a lot of fun, but doesn't offer much, if any, educational aspect. I like games that use some mind power, at least a little! In the spirit of learning, I'm sharing these fun apps that are time much better spent without losing out on any of the fun. These are all fun, educational apps to get … [Read more...]



Children’s Books for Playful Math Learning

Kids book for playful learning numbers and math concepts | homeschool math | preschool math | elementary math | fun math games | math books

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

childrens books for fun learning about color | teaching color | kids books | preschool | elementary

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...]



5 Math Resources FUN Summer Learning

5 fun ways to learn math

Math typically isn't the first thing people think of when it's summer. However, there are fun ways you can incorporate math learning into into your life and make learning fun over summertime. My kids especially love Times Tales. They see them as just silly stories to watch on DVD, but they are learning multiplication concepts that usually take … [Read more...]



Kids Books About Bugs

Childrens books about bugs | kids books | picture books | Learning about insects | homeschool reading curriculum | science

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...]



New Program Grows Love of STEM in Kids and Teens

Check out the new My.Future STEM program at the Boys & Girls Club of America #Learn365 #IC #ad

This post was sponsored by the Boys & Girls Club of America as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central Encouragement and ongoing learning sets kids up for success in their future. As parents we want our kids to have every opportunity to grow and learn in a fun, engaging environment. During summer months we may get concerned … [Read more...]



Books that Teach Kids about Wild Flowers

wild flowers and botany childrens books | books for kids | homeschool science curriculum

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...]



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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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