Halloween! It will be here before we know it. Costumes have been decided (well, one for sure, and the second keeps changing between a hockey player or a baseball player—my money is on a combo of the two). Halloween crafts are in the works, and this year, we will be hosting a Halloween party—which means……
Celebrating Together Bundle: 5 Holiday Unit Studies for Kids
Is there anything more exciting to a child than a celebration on the calendar? Birthdays, holidays, and the little traditions your family looks forward to each year bring so many chances to learn together! That’s why I’m excited to share the Celebrating Together Family Unit Study Bundle! It brings five holiday unit studies together, with…
Halloween Countdown Calendar
Do you have a couple of bats or ghouls who are excited about that big day ahead? If so, you are going to love this 5-minute activity-filled Halloween countdown calendar! Get ready to count down to Halloween with your toddler or preschooler enjoying one simple, no-prep Halloween-themed learning activity each day. If I have learned…
Let’s Cook! A Fun Cooking Unit Study for Kids
Did you know breakfast literally means “breaking a fast,” chicken nuggets were first created in the 1950s, and there are more than 400 different types of pasta? Every meal has something new to teach us! Cooking with kids is a wonderful way to build practical kitchen skills while bringing history, geography, math, science, literacy, and…
Raising Kind, Caring, Good Kids! Character Building for Kids
We all want to raise kind, caring, good kids. Kids who tell the truth, help others, show appreciation, use good manners, and do the right thing – even when it isn’t easy. But teaching those qualities? Well, that part can be a little tricky. When emotions are running high and your child has just yelled…
Halloween Origami Bookmark Black Cat Printable
Who else is excited for Halloween!? My children have been discussing costume ideas and looking forward to spooOOooky season for quite a while now. And come October 1st, we will be transforming our lovely homeschool into… Halloween School!!! And I’ve got to say, this mama is pumped for the (un)spooky festivities to begin. We are…
Make a DIY Pan Flute: A Mythical Music Activity for Kids
Have you ever wondered what kind of music a mythical creature might make? In ancient Greek mythology, satyrs were often connected with Pan, the god of forests, music, and nature, and they were frequently imagined dancing and playing music in the wild. Today, I’m sharing a fun, hands-on activity from our Mythical Creatures Family Unit…
Dragons, Fairies, and Magical Beasts! Mythical Creatures Unit Study
What do you get when you mix a lion with an eagle? Where might a fairy live? Could a creature really rise from its own ashes? And what would happen if you let a roll of the dice decide which animal parts your monster gets? Welcome to the wonderfully strange, mysterious, and downright fun world…
20 of the Best Educational Preschool Songs
Music is a powerful tool in early childhood education. It captures children’s attention, makes learning fun, and helps reinforce essential concepts in an engaging way. Whether you’re a teacher looking to add some fun to your classroom activities or a parent seeking to support your child’s development at home, incorporating some educational preschool songs is…
Dollars, Cents, and Smart Choices! All About Money Unit Study
Did you know that people once traded cows, shells, and even salt instead of using money? Or that every country has its own unique currency, each with its own history and design? Money is part of our everyday lives, but understanding how it works—from earning and saving to budgeting and spending wisely—is an important life…
