My Kindergarten Workbook: Make Learning Fun! This blog uses referral links. Please read my disclosure policy. My Kindergarten Workbook: 101 Games and Activities to Support Kindergarten Skills is an all-inclusive resource for beginning kindergarten and for preschoolers ready for more of a challenge. This workbook includes activities … [Read more...] about Activities for Kindergarten Skills
2nd Grade Reading Comprehension Activities
This blog uses referral links. Please read my disclosure policy. Reading Comprehension Activities for Homeschool or After School The lightbulb moment when reading clicks and becomes more than just words on the page is exciting! It means kids are ready to do more with stories. Reading comprehension is the next stage to gaining skills of reading … [Read more...] about 2nd Grade Reading Comprehension Activities
Back to School Morning Cheat Sheet
Simplifying Your School Morning When it's time to go back to school, it's not easy to get everyone up, fed, dressed, and ready for school, especially when it still feels like summer outside. If you're not a morning person, it is even harder to think straight when you are rushing around trying to get things done. My boys are not natural early … [Read more...] about Back to School Morning Cheat Sheet
The Diabetes Cookbook for Electric Pressure Cookers
Quick Meals for Managing Diabetes This blog uses referral links. Please read my disclosure policy. If you are a newbie to electric pressure cookers, The Diabeties Cookbook for Electric Pressure Cookers: Instant Healthy Meals for Managing Diabetes provides great information to get you started with this type of cooking. I appreciate the … [Read more...] about The Diabetes Cookbook for Electric Pressure Cookers
What to Read Wednesday: America Books for Kids
The Best America Books for Kids In our homeschool, we seek out real life and hands on experiences for learning as often as possible. Our boys had a wonderful opportunity to meet a World War II veteran who is also a prolific artist, and we were honored to spend some time with him and learn more about his life. Our 'Greatest Generation' has so much … [Read more...] about What to Read Wednesday: America Books for Kids
What to Read Wednesday: Restoration House
Restoration House Restoration House: Creating a Space That Gives Life and Connection to All Who Enteris a unique book--from the cover it appears to be a DIY decorating and design book. But, once you get inside, you see that it is really about our inward relationship with God and how that is displayed outwardly in our homes. Kennesha Buycks' … [Read more...] about What to Read Wednesday: Restoration House
Roadschooling 101
Making Roadschooling Work for You When life gets in the way of homeschooling, homeschool parents often have to take school on the road. Sometimes, life seems to get in the way of plowing ahead and finishing the week's schoolwork. Despite traveling, doctor's appointments, sports practice, extracurricular classes, and running errands, homeschool … [Read more...] about Roadschooling 101
Interest Led Learning for High School
Interest Led Learning: Teaching to Their Interests This blog uses affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy. My eighth-grader has become passionate about filmmaking, from script writing to directing to camera-operating. He started with a flip camera, then added a camcorder and a stop-motion animation program with a webcam. He's been … [Read more...] about Interest Led Learning for High School
Jesus Calling: Devotional for Moms
Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace in His Presence You may already be familiar with the best-selling Jesus Calling by Sarah Young. There are numerous different editions of this popular devotional. My favorite version is the new Jesus Calling (Large Text Cloth Botanical Cover): Enjoying Peace in His Presence. Large Print 365-Day Devotional This edition … [Read more...] about Jesus Calling: Devotional for Moms
Guided Jouraling for Good Days
Getting to Good: A Guided Journal Dr. Elena Welsh's Getting to Good: A Guided Journal really helped change my mindset through journaling exercises. Writing is my therapy anyway, but after an especially challenging year, having guidance like Dr. Welsh's prompts provide has given me the tools for gaining a more positive attitude. Fun and Varied … [Read more...] about Guided Jouraling for Good Days
2019 Homeschool Mom Conference
Can you believe that the school year is already coming to a close? Do you need a little help getting your homeschool groove on to finish strong and plan for next year? Are you homeschooling high school, special needs, or multiple ages? One of the best things I do each year, that really, truly helps me the most, is attending one or more … [Read more...] about 2019 Homeschool Mom Conference
The Best Easter Books for Kids
The Best Easter Books for Kids & Free Printable This blog uses affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy. Easter is just around the corner, and we are knee deep in Easter books for read aloud time. There are so many fun new choices for the spring holiday season, and we have a few classics we love. I hope you find some new favorites on … [Read more...] about The Best Easter Books for Kids
Toddler Books for Easter
Filling an Easter basket for little ones can be a challenge if you want to stay away from cheap novelty items and candies that could be chocking hazards. Books are always a wonderful choice! They also last a lot longer than little plastic trinkets! We love these two excellent toddler books for Easter. Jelly Bean Blessings Jelly Bean Blessings is a … [Read more...] about Toddler Books for Easter
When I Pray for You
A Celebration of Prayer This blog uses referral links. Please read my disclosure policy. If you're a parent, I dare you to read When I Pray for You without shedding a tear? Bet you can't! Matthew Paul Turner has exquisitely captured the prayers, hopes, and dreams all parents have for their kids. From the moment they're born, our children are … [Read more...] about When I Pray for You