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Homeschool Space Essentials
As the new school year approaches, take another look at your dedicated learning area. Is it meeting your needs? Homeschooling is all about flexibility, and the same is true for your space. Over the last few years, we have moved across the country and back again. We’ve experienced large and small spaces for our homeschool
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Mini Pizza Muffins
A Familiar Favorite If your family is like mine, you love a good pizza now and then. Ordering out, though, can be costly…and is it just me, or are those pizzas getting smaller than they used to be? Frozen pizzas, while convenient, are loaded with sodium and other fillers. When we really want something fresh,
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DIY Sock Puppets
I love simple craft ideas that are fun, developmentally beneficial, and budget-friendly. My kids inspired today’s craft idea. At this very moment, they are hosting a grand wedding ceremony for their stuffed animals and their homemade sock puppets. You may be tempted to think that this craft is too simple or potentially boring for early
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Curriculum Mash-Up:
Finding Your Curriculum For The Upcoming School Year I’m often asked, as I’m sure you are too, what curriculum you use regularly. As a person on the receiving end of that question, you’re likely thinking, “Oh boy, this could take a while.” In truth, most families do not use an all-inclusive curriculum, but rather a
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Watermelon Sponge Stampers
When I think of summer, I think of fun in the sun, water play, and refreshing foods to stay hydrated. In keeping with our theme, let’s take a look at this summer-inspired: Watermelon Sponge Stampers craft. In this fun and easy activity, toddlers create juicy slices of watermelon using sponge shapes and stamp painting. It’s
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Morning Glow Breakfast Smoothie
Let’s get real. Not every morning allows for a beautifully prepared breakfast to be made. Some mornings are going to be hectic and lacking in energy. For mornings like these, our Morning Glow Breakfast Smoothie, can be your best option for fast nutrition. Now, smoothies can be tricky. While packed with flavor, not every smoothie
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DIY Emotion Stuffies
During my morning brainstorming session, my focus was on an infant-friendly craft activity that would aid in emotional awareness and identification. There were a few rules I had in mind: When my son was younger, I used several emotion identifier tools to help him recognize typical facial expressions associated with each emotion. I tried books,
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Field Trip Enrichment:
A Guide To Fun & Affordable Adventures! I always looked forward to the few field trips we were offered each elementary school year in traditional schooling. As I grew older, though, those field trips disappeared! I remember thinking, “Um, hello…just because I’m older doesn’t mean I won’t enjoy an outing every once in a while!”
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Small Town Socializing:
Navigating New Friendships for Early Teens The amount of social groups for young children seem endless. You’ve got play dates, story times, mommy & me groups, and more! But what is there for older kids? Early teens may have a harder time finding social groups, particularly if they’re homeschooled. Throw in the added obstacle of
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Tin Can Lanterns
This craft is for preteens and up, and it’s perfect for those who love a decorative DIY challenge. A Tin Can Lantern project offers a brilliant mix of design, problem-solving, and mood-setting vibes. Finished lanterns can be used as garden decor, a moody desk light, or part of a backyard hangout. The best part? Your
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Felt Animal Keychains
My daughter loves to sew. Within one year, she’s already sewn 5 stuffed animals from scratch and continues to ask for more project ideas. Do your children have an interest in learning how to sew? These Felt Animal Keychains are adorable, soft creations that children can design, sew, and personalize. Kids create miniature animals, such
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Layered Taco Rice Casserole:
A Budget-Friendly Dinner For Big Families This dinner recipe is for large families (or leftover lovers) and can be made with simple ingredients that won’t break the bank. Layered Taco Rice Casserole hits all of the major food groups in a simple, yet delicious one-pan meal. Why It’s Fun for the Whole Family Teamwork in