Every once in awhile, we are faced with a obstacle that we have to come overcome in our homeschool. One obstacle that we have faced time and time again is trying to teach a child that has a very hard time sitting still. Throughout the years, we have tried a few different things. Some of …
Life Before, During & After Melanoma: My Personal Story
**Contains Graphic Post-Surgery Images of Leg** I don’t know about you all, but I am having a hard time wrapping my head around the fact it is already May. While May is a month full of busyness for my family, it is also an important month for me personally. In the past, May meant finishing …
Field Trip Friday: Totally Eclipsed! at Rollins Planetarium
For this Friday’s Field Trip, we headed out to the Planetarium to learn about the August 21 solar eclipse. The planetarium is currently showing the film, “Totally Eclipsed” which does an amazing at job in explaining what you can expect with the upcoming eclipse, as well as safety information. The film explained exactly what a …
Drive Thru History – “The Gospels”
Both of my boys are huge fans of Dave Stotts’ Drive Thru History videos. Not only are they educational, but he always adds humor to keep their attention. Just recently Drive Thru History® has released a new captivating series called Drive Thru History® – “The Gospels” . This amazing program takes your child on a journey through the …
Homeschool Educator Discounts
Who doesn’t love saving money, right? When I head out shopping for school clothes or supplies, I always check lists to see where I can get a teacher discount. Here are places that I have personally used, just remember that you need to have a teacher I.D with you. I usually order my FREE!!! Homeschool ID …
Happy Dreamer
Thank you Scholastic for sending me a copy and providing the prize pack Title: Happy Dreamer Author: Peter H. Reynolds Publisher: Orchard Books Publication Date: March 28, 2017 Ages: 4-8 Happy Dreamer In the same spirit as OH, ALL THE PLACES YOU’LL GO!, the beloved, worldwide bestselling creator of The Dot and Ish inspires readers …
Readers in Residence Volume 1 (Sleuth)
Apologia Educational Ministries has done it again with Readers in Residence Volume 1 (Sleuth) by Debra Bell. In case you’re wondering what I mean with “done it again,” let me give you a little backstory. Readers in Residence Volume 1 Around this time last year, we were given the opportunity to review Apologia Writers in …
Learning Resources Tumble Trax Marble Run
This post contains affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy for more information Like so many other products from Learning Resources, Tumble Trax Marble Run has been a hit at our house. It’s such a great way to get the critical thinking skills rolling, all while having fun! What is Learning Resources Tumble Trax Marble Run? …
Dragons Love Tacos
This post contains affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy for more information Title: Dragons Love Tacos | Author: Adam Rubin | Illustrator: Daniel Salmieri | Publisher: Dial Books | Publication Date: June 14, 2012 | Ages: 3-7 Have you ever REALLY wanted to make friends with a dragon but wasn’t sure how? Maybe you have thought about having a marshmallow roasting party and inviting …
CompuScholar Digital Savvy Review
My ten year old has been asking to take computer classes for sometime now. He’s already pretty computer savvy for his age, but he has been itching to learn even more. While he originally wanted to jump feet first into coding, I felt that he needed to start at the beginning like his father and …
Poppy Louise Is NOT Afraid of Anything
Title: Poppy Louise is NOT Afraid of Anything Author: Jenna McCarthy Illustrator: Holly Idle Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers Publication Date: April 11, 2017 Genre/Format: Picture Book Ages: 3-7 Synopsis: Poppy Louise Littleton thinks vampires are cute and mummies are funny. She’s positive a tarantula would make a perfect pet. All her imaginary friends are monsters. Is there anything …
The Story of the Thirteen Colonies & the Great Republic Set and 200 Questions About American History Set Review
History…who doesn’t love learning about the amazing people that came before us, and all the journeys, adventures, and even struggles that they went through in order to make the world what it is today? History is without a doubt, a favorite subject in our homeschool. I’ll even go as far to say that American History …
The Giant Jumperee
Title: The Giant Jumperee Author: Julia Donaldson Illustrator: Helen Oxenbury Publisher: Dial Publication Date: April 18, 2017 Genre/Format: Picture Book Ages: 3-5 Synopsis: The Giant Jumperee is an original story with a wonderful folk-tale-like quality from two giants in the children’s literature world, Julia Donaldson and Helen Oxenbury.
The Beginner’s Bible Activity Book
Title: The Beginner’s Bible Activity Book Author/Illustrator: Zondervan Publisher: Zonderkidz Publication Date: March 7, 2017 Genre/Format: Activity Book Ages: 4-8 The Beginner’s Bible Activity Book This activity book provides young children with mazes, connect-the-dots, word puzzles, matching games, and more, all using beloved characters and stories from The Beginner’s Bible. My Thoughts: My boys are huge fans of The Beginner’s …
The Berenstain Bears Easter Fun Activity Book
Title: The Berenstain Bears Easter Fun Activity Book Illustrator: Mike & Jan Berenstain Publisher: Zonderkidz Publication Date: February 7, 2017 Genre/Format: Activity Book Ages: 4-8 Synopsis: The Berenstain Bears come to life this joyful Easter season with puzzles, activity pages, and more than 50 reusable stickers in The Berenstain Bears Easter Fun Sticker and Activity Book.
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