A Journal for Grandparents and Grandchildren Have you ever wished you had asked your grandparents more questions about their lives, their experiences, and their beliefs? I sure have! In looking for ideas for connecting with my own children (and future grandchildren), I want a memory journal that is easy to use, inexpensive (not too precious […]
Homeschool Resources for Primary Grades
Using Workbooks as Homeschool Resources One theme that runs throughout all of these homeschool resources for primary grades is FUN! These colorful workbooks for older kindergarten age kids through second grade are not typical “busy work” books. These resources are excellent time savers for homeschooling moms of kids who are ready for some independent work. […]
Rock Painting for Beginners
Art Class Idea This blog uses referral links. Please read my disclosure policy. Rock Painting For Beginners: Simple Step-by-Step Techniques initially caught my interest at the beginning of summer. I thought it would be a fun way to start an activity with my kids and to inspire some creativity without spending a lot of money. Walking […]
Homeschooling High School with College in Mind
Homeschooling High School Made Easy This blog uses affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy. As a homeschooling mom with two boys in college and one in high school, it seems like there are endless tasks that need to get done to ensure that my boys all meet the criteria for college success. The new […]
What to Read Wednesday: Back to School Books
The Best Children’s Books About School This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. It’s that time of year–Time for school to start back! Once the new school supplies start appearing on store shelves, it really feels like fall. We are experiencing many changes this year as we transition from homeschool to college […]
NIrV Illustrated Holy Bible for Kids
A Bible for New Readers This blog uses referral links. Please read my disclosure policy. From the very first page of NIrV, The Illustrated Holy Bible for Kids, young readers find a Bible written especially for them. Special Features Written on a third-grade level, this Bible includes features like: full-color double-sided poster of Bible lands and […]
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 authors’ efforts in explaining […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 must go on! Here […]
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 working all summer cutting grass to […]
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 is a […]