Have you ever played with a balancing bird before? You know, the birds that balance by their beak on the tip of your finger? They are such a fun little toy and are wonderful for introducing concepts like weight, gravity, balance, and counterbalance! Today, I’m going to show you how to make your very own…
Halloween School | A Fun Lesson Plan for Halloween!
Imagine waking up every day in October and diving headfirst into the spirit of Halloween—making memories, having a blast with your kids, and sneaking in learning without anyone even noticing. That’s the idea behind Halloween School—your not-so-spooky plan for turning October into one big, epic educational adventure! When my kids were younger, this time of…
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…
Planes, Trains, and Things That Go! Transportation Unit Study
What do race cars, hot air balloons, tractors, and sailboats all have in common? They each help people or objects travel from one place to another – but they do it in very different ways! From wheels rolling across the ground to helicopter blades spinning through the air, transportation is filled with fascinating science, clever…
Mythical Creature Books for Kids: 10 Magical Favorites
Dragons, unicorns, mermaids, fairies, and creatures that are wonderfully strange and sometimes a little bit scary – mythical creatures have been capturing imaginations for centuries! If your children love wondering what if? and getting lost in stories about creatures that could never quite exist, books are such a lovely way to explore these fascinating legends…
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…
Dinosaur Unit Study – Pangaea Puzzle
There is so much to learn about dinosaurs—it’s incredible how much we still uncover today! Teaching and learning about these amazing creatures has always fascinated me. I bet if we met in person, I’d find a way to sneak in at least one random dinosaur fact into our conversation. Here’s one for you now: Did…
The Ultimate Animal Unit Study Bundle
Is your child an animal lover? Or maybe you are? I know that in my home, animals are a huge hit, and I have always loved learning more about them. This is why I created so many animal-related Family Unit Studies, enough to make you the Ultimate Animal Unit Study Bundle. The Animal Enthusiasts Unit…
Straw Blowing Art Project | An Ocean Exploration Unit Study!
We had our first beach day of the year recently, and it was just so lovely! As I watched my kids splash and play in the water, the waves gently rolling in, it reminded me of the straw-blowing art project we created as part of our Ocean Exploration Unit Study. So today, I thought I…
