Teaching Kids About Elections with Duck for President Duck is running for president, and he needs your vote. Tired of doing chores for Farmer Brown that leave him “covered in tiny bits of grass and espresso beans,” he decides to hold an election to oust Farmer Brown from being in charge of the farm. The […]
Elementary
The Story of Jane Goodall
A Biography Book for New Readers The Story of Jane Goodall: A Biography Book for New Readers (The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers) introduces young readers to the life of an amazing scientist. Jane Goodall has been a nature lover all of her life, and her drive to become a scientist propelled […]
The Story of Alexander Hamilton
A Biography Book for New Readers The Story of Alexander Hamilton: A Biography Book for New Readers (The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers) is a story about the life of one of America’s most important founding fathers. This nonfiction biography is specifically written for new readers and has easy-to-understand language and short […]
The Story of Harriet Tubman
A Biography Book for New Readers The Story of Harriet Tubman: A Biography Book for New Readers is a colorfully illustrated introduction to this courageous leader. It is written simply, with short chapters and lots of sidebars and pictures. This book is just right for young readers who are ready to move beyond simple picture […]
The Story of George Washington
A Biography Book for New Readers The Story of George Washington: A Biography Book for New Readers is a colorfully illustrated introduction to this famous president. It is written simply, with short chapters and lots of sidebars and pictures. This book is just right for young readers who are ready to move beyond simple picture […]
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 […]
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 […]
10 Ways to Encourage Independent Reading
Whether you have a reluctant reader or an enthusiastic beginning reader, encouraging a love of independent reading will set them up for success. There are some easy things to get kids excited about reading. Check out our list of favorite tips! How to encourage independent reading 1. Read aloud to your children every day, even […]
Hands-on Science: Electronics for Homeschoolers
Electronics for Alternative Learners Electronics classes are perfect for homeschool science for ‘out-of-the-box’ learners. These classes are great for kids who don’t thrive on textbook learning. Electronics projects also benefit kids who need to experience something with their hands to help them understand a concept. QSL offers online classes for homeschool students, with a flexible […]
Little Critter Little Blessings Collection
Four Favorite Little Critter Stories in One Collection This blog uses referral links. Please read my disclosure policy. The Little Critter Little Blessings Collection includes four favorite stories from Mercer Meyer. Little Critter learns how to be cooperative, how to be thankful, why being truthful is important, and how to be grateful for things he already possesses in […]
Creative Writing with A Pirate’s Guide t’ th’ Grammar of Story
Creative Writing for Pirates! This blog uses affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy. Creative writing is an important part of language arts, but I talk to so many homeschool moms who have fallen into the trap of not teaching enough writing and feeling overwhelmed. The common reason is the difficulty of finding a curriculum that […]