Do you know all 7 Wonders of the World and what makes them so special? I want to ignite your child’s curiosity about some of the wonders of the world and the fantastic architecture that goes along with them. I know one great way to ignite learning in children is through hands-on activities. This fun…
Valentine’s Day Activities for Students
Do you feel that? I sure do! Love is in the air! Love comes in many forms—the love you feel for your family, friends, pets, and even for things you’re passionate about, like work and hobbies. I know my daughter would say she loves ponies, and I would say I love coffee and a good…
The BEST Valentine’s Day Science Experiments!
We are getting very excited about Valentine’s Day over here! We love celebrating Love and what better way to celebrate than with some Valentine’s Day Science Experiments! Before we get into all the great ideas, I want to share a sample of my Family Unit study with you: Valentine’s Day School! In Valentine’s Day School,…
Valentine’s Day Activity | Celtic Heart Knot
I love Love and I love Valentine’s Day! It’s such a great time to show your admiration toward friends and family. Well, I guess we should do that all the time, BUT February 14th makes it that little bit extra special. And with any holiday, it is, of course, always a great time for crafting!…
Setting Goals with Children: 5 Tips for Success!
I don’t make New Year’s Resolutions. I make goals. I am a big believer in setting (and reaching) goals, and I want to instill this in my kids as well. Goals are not the be-all and end-all, they need to be flexible. But I also know that they can be amazingly effective. This speaks to…
Crafts for Selling: 10 Fun and Creative Craft Ideas
Do your kids enjoy crafts? Have they ever wanted to earn some money? Even better, have they ever considered starting their own business? I have some fantastic crafts for selling ideas that kids can create as a fun and engaging way to kick off their very own business. Crafts for Selling: 10 Fun and Creative…
10 Books to Inspire Children to Start Your Own Business
Children can start their own businesses, too! Or what I like to call ‘Kid-Preneurs.’ Starting a business can be a fun and educational experience for children. It encourages them to think critically and creatively while also helping them understand the value of money and hard work. In my Start Your Own Business Family Unit Study,…
Breathtaking Winter Books for Preschoolers
We live quite simply. You won’t find anything all that extravagant out here, and thanks to a big de-cluttering movement last year, you won’t find much at all, really. Not too many toys, or clothes, or “stuff.” With one exception. Books. We have bookshelves and bookshelves full of books. Mostly children’s books and hundreds of…
Sensory Activity for Preschoolers: Free the Frozen Beads!
Frozen sensory play is a great way to keep little ones entertained and engaged. This sensory activity for preschoolers uses ice and beads to create a fun, interactive sensory setup that’s fabulous for building fine motor skills! This activity is inspired by one of the activities in Play into Kindergarten Readiness, my preschool program. In…
Play into Kindergarten Readiness Review
Did you know that 90% of a child’s brain growth happens before age 6? It’s no wonder early experiences have a lasting impact on a child’s learning, behavior, and health. No pressure, right!? As a teacher and homeschooling mama, let me be the first to tell you: It doesn’t have to be hard. Today, I’m going…