It's that time of year again. Time to break out the pumpkin spice, time to grab a cozy sweater on your way out the door, time for Football games and Halloween costumes; Fall is here! I don't know about you, but Fall is my favorite time of year and nothing says "Fall" to me like… Continue reading The Ultimate Harry Potter Challenge
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5 Lists to Make Your Life Easier
When it comes to planning and staying organized, I am a HUGE fan of making lists. In fact, my husband and I joke that if it's not on my list, it doesn't happen. Lists can be a great way to plan ahead, get more done, and help you feel less frazzled along the way. List… Continue reading 5 Lists to Make Your Life Easier
Edible Layers of the Earth Model
When you have a 9-year old who loves to bake and you're planning a science project modeling the layers of the Earth, there's really only one thing to do... Make an Edible Layers of the Earth Model! You'll Need: A White CakeWhite Frosting (whatever flavor you choose)Red, Yellow, Green, and Blue Food ColoringSemi-sweet Chocolate ChipsWhite… Continue reading Edible Layers of the Earth Model
Groundhog’s Day Simple STEM Activity
Will he see his shadow? Will we have six more weeks of winter? It's February 2 and that means that Punxsutawney Phil is going to make his annual prediction. Groundhog's Day can sometimes seem the same year after year (just ask Bill Murray), but with this Groundhog's Day Simple STEM Activity, you can shake things… Continue reading Groundhog’s Day Simple STEM Activity
Five Favorites all about Ancient Greece
We recently completed a unit on Ancient Greece in our homeschool curriculum. The art, history, myths, architecture - there's so much to cover and condensing one of the most influential cultures in history down to a couple weeks of assignments can seem daunting. Lucky for you, I've already done a little of the leg work… Continue reading Five Favorites all about Ancient Greece
A Mom Who Plans: 2021 Planner
This post has been a long time coming. I've put my blood, sweat, and tears into this project - literally! I can still feel the papercuts. Okay, all joking aside, I'm absolutely thrilled to share with you the A Mom Who Plans: 2021 Planner. With four kids and a husband in grad school, staying organized… Continue reading A Mom Who Plans: 2021 Planner
4 Fun Science Activities That Are Out Of This World
If there's anything I've learned during my homeschool experience so far, it's that homeschooling doesn't have to be complicated or hard. With a little creativity, you can find simple and fun ways to teach your kids. For example, my kids and I just finished a Science Unit about Outer Space and as part of our… Continue reading 4 Fun Science Activities That Are Out Of This World
3 Things I Learned from My First Week of Homeschool
For many families, the 2020-2021 school year looks quite a bit different from what we are used to. Back to school doesn't necessarily mean heading to a brick and mortar building. Instead, most students are heading to their desktops, laptops, or tablets and participating in distance learning. And more than ever before, parents, myself included,… Continue reading 3 Things I Learned from My First Week of Homeschool
My Homeschool Reading List
Summer is winding down and back to school has never been more stressful. Whatever you've decided, whether it's homeschool, distance learning, or in-person school where available, this school year promises to be unlike any other. I recently shared our family's decision to homeschool this year and, let me tell you, it was not an easy… Continue reading My Homeschool Reading List
A Mom Who Homeschools
I never imagined that I would be a mom who homeschools her kids. I love reading and learning with my kids, but I never considered homeschooling. Then 2020 came and everything changed. School closures, distance learning, and uncertainty were quickly becoming the new normal. As a mother of four beautiful children, I felt, more than… Continue reading A Mom Who Homeschools