I like to live quite simply. You won’t find anything extravagant here, and thanks to a major decluttering effort last year, you won’t find much excess at all. There aren’t many toys, piles of clothes, or unnecessary “stuff.” With one exception. Books. We have shelves upon shelves of them — mostly children’s books, and hundreds…
Architecture Homeschool Curriculum
Wouldn’t it be fun to travel to the Eiffel Tower or the Great Wall of China? I’m excited to introduce my hands-on architecture homeschool curriculum, which will ignite wonder and curiosity and allow your children to explore four architectural wonders: the Eiffel Tower, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Pyramids of Giza, and the Great…
Cursive Writing Name Art Using Symmetry
I am super excited to share this name art project with you! I cannot recall where I first saw symmetrical name art, but it’s one of those projects that has been in the back of my mind for years, waiting for the perfect opportunity to present itself. And today, my friend, is the day! But…
How to Teach Children to Read: 4 Steps to Reading Success
Once upon a time, I taught Kindergarten. I loved teaching those little ones, and I really developed my skills for giving children the pre-reading skills they needed to thrive. I knew how to teach children to read. Then, I decided to mosey on into an Intensive Support Classroom for two years. These children were…
All About Me Books for Children 4 to 12 Years Old
Are you ready to dive into an exciting and engaging Family Unit Study all about self-discovery? I’m thrilled to introduce you to my favorite ‘all about me’ books, the perfect companion to my latest Family Unit Study: All About Me! If you’re new here, welcome! Every month, I release a new Family Unit Study that’s…
Grade Three Literacy Curriculum Review
Today, I’m excited to share a look inside my Grade Three Literacy Curriculum! If you’re not familiar with my resources, let me give you a brief introduction before we dive into Grade Three Literacy. I am a big believer in quality over quantity, which is reflected in all of my homeschool resources. Children do not…
Crazy Fun Summer Reading Activities!
Do you remember learning to read? I do… nostalgic music strumming … I was aching to learn to read. My big brother knew how. My big sis did too. But poor little Sarah was just not old enough. Or so she was told. However, across the street lived a retired teacher, who, as it turns…
Farm-Themed Literacy Activity: What’s in the Barn?
Did you know that a cow has four digestive components, not four stomachs? Does it surprise you that chickens are the closest living relative to the tyrannosaurus rex? That is only the beginning! Our latest unit study, On the Farm, is full of so much fun, hands-on learning. And today, I’m going to share a…
Homeschool Music Unit Study: Learn About the Orchestra!
Does teaching music within your homeschool intimidate you? Well, fret no more! We have an amazing homeschool music unit study that makes music accessible to all families, regardless of musical background or knowledge. Introducing the newest addition to our line-up of Family Unit Studies: Musical Instruments! Learn all about the four families of instruments: strings,…
Grade One Literacy Curriculum Review
Today, I’m excited to share a look inside my Grade One Literacy Curriculum! If you’re not familiar with my resources, let me give you a brief introduction before we dive into Grade One Literacy. I am a big believer in quality over quantity, which is reflected in all of my homeschool resources. Children do not…