I Don’t Want To Be Big

  Title: I Don’t Want To Be Big Author: Dev Petty Illustrator: Mike Boldt Publisher: Double Day Books For Young Readers Publication Date: October 11, 2016 Genre/Format: Picture Book Age Range: 3-7

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Online Christian Filmmakers Academy

 Thanks to the Homeschool Review Crew, my son has been learning all about filmmaking with Online Christian Filmmakers Academy from Family Gravity Media, a division of Families For Christ Ministries, Inc. From the time I heard about this review opportunity, I had a feeling it would appeal to my son since we have a YouTube …

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MyFreezEasy Review

Due to our sometimes crazy schedule, I have been wanting to give freezer cooking a try. While I do freeze some of our leftovers, I wanted to have the ability to freeze an entire meal at one time. What was stopping me is not knowing exactly how to freeze it, or what foods will freeze …

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Time Traveling With A Hamster By Ross Welford

  Title: Time Traveling With A Hamster  Author: Ross Welford Publisher: Schwartz & Wade Publication Date: Oct.4, 2016 Genre/Format: Young Adult Fiction Age Range: 8-12 (Grads 3-7)

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Do You Keep Chapstick In Your Backpack?

Fall has arrived.  Leaves changing colors, cool mornings, apples, pumpkins and chapped lips.  Wait! What? Did I just use the words chapped lips while talking about how amazing fall is?  While this might sound crazy, it really is that time of year.  

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A Blind Guide To Stinkville By Beth Vrabel

  Title: A Blind Guide To Stinkville  Author: Beth Vrabel Publisher: Sky Pony Press Publication Date: August 9, 2016 Genre/Format: Young Adult Fiction Age Range: 8-12 (Grads 2-7)

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Top That! Game From Blue Orange

Our family just recently were introduced to a fun, new game called, Top That! by Blue Orange. This game has been tons of fun for the entire family.  What is Top That! Top That! is a new game from Blue Orange, and is recommended for ages 6+. This is what I can a quick play …

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God’s Little Lambs Bible Stories

  Title: God’s Little Lambs Bible Stories Author: Julie Stiegemeyer Illustrator: Qin Leng Publisher: Zonderkidz Publication Date: September 27, 2016 Genre/Format: NonFiction/Bible Stories Age Range: 3-7

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Trailblazers: 33 Women In Science Who Changed The World

  Title: Trailblazers: 33 Women In Science Who Changed The World Author: Rachel Swaby Publisher: Delacorte Books for Young Readers Publication Date: September 13, 2016 Genre/Format: Science Age Range: 10+

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See You Later, Alligator

  Title: See You Later, Alligator Author: Sally Hopgood Illustrator: Emma Levey Publisher: Sky Pony Press Publication Date: September 20, 2016 Genre/Format: Fiction/Picture Book Age Range: 3-6

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Fall Homeschool Day At Chimney Rock State Park

We love Chimney Rock State Park and can’t wait to visit for the Fall Homeschool Day at Chimney Rock State Park that takes place on Wednesday, October 12, 2016.

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The Lost House

Featuring eye-popping colors, intricate designs, and a silly story of two grandchildren trying to get their forgetful grandpa out the door and to the playground. The Lost House by B.B. Cronin is not only beautiful for displaying, but is so much fun to read. While recommended for ages 3-7, this book is sure to delight …

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5 Science Field Trips The Entire Family Can Enjoy

Over the past few months, we have been using Bright Ideas Press Christian Kids Explore Earth & Space.  While this curriculum offers numerous hands-on projects and activities, I look looking for additional learning opportunities when it comes to field trips.  

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ABC: The Alphabet from the Sky

  Title: ABC: The Alphabet from the Sky Author: Benedikt Groß & Joey Lee Publisher: Price Stern Sloan Publication Date: September 13, 2016 Genre/Format: Fiction/Picture Book Age Range: 3-5

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Book Review:Cityblock

  Title: Cityblock Author: Christopher Franceschelli Illustrator: Peskimo Publisher: Abrams Books for Young Readers Publication Date: September 6, 2016 Genre/Format: Fiction/Picture Book Age Range: 3-5

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