There are two trains of thought for beginning readers - teaching with sight words or phonics. Those who teach phonics focus on letters and the sounds they make. Young readers then take those sounds and blend them together to form words. Teaching with sight words relies on the child being able ... Read More about 19 Sight Words Activities for Beginning Readers
Discover How to Work Yourself Out of a Job
As a mom, one of my biggest tasks is to work myself out of a job. Are you asking yourself what that even means? Let me explain. I'll bet you've been working toward it even if you didn't know you were. Ultimately, I need to know that my kids can get on without me, because I won't always be ... Read More about Discover How to Work Yourself Out of a Job
7 Things to Know About Homeschooling Middle School
Are you intimidated by the thought of homeschooling middle school? I'm here to assure you there is no need to be. When I started homeschooling sixteen years ago, I was very intimidated by homeschooling middle school and high school. I wasn't sure I was qualified to teach those upper lever ... Read More about 7 Things to Know About Homeschooling Middle School
10 Things You Should Know About Preschool at Home
Preschool at home does not have to be anything formal or intimidating. It should be jam packed with fun and games and books and hands-on activities. Young kids learn best when they learn through play and informal learning activities. If you're just starting out on your ... Read More about 10 Things You Should Know About Preschool at Home
Frugal and Fun Christmas Traditions to Start This Year
I love Christmas and Christmas traditions! It's such a magical time of year. Suspense builds all month long. Wishes are made. Dreams are dreamt. Memories are made. Emma loves shopping for those she loves. We both love baking dozens and dozens of Christmas cookies. We love decorations and ... Read More about Frugal and Fun Christmas Traditions to Start This Year
4 Tips for Attending a Homeschool Convention {Giveaway!}
I've been homeschooling for 16 years, but it wasn't until around year 10 that I went to my first homeschool convention. There were a few reasons why I didn't go, but the biggest one was it was too overwhelming. I am an impulse shopper. So, I was afraid that I would go to a homeschool convention, ... Read More about 4 Tips for Attending a Homeschool Convention {Giveaway!}
5 Days of Printable Christmas Activities
Whew! Thanksgiving is over, and we're plowing headlong into the Christmas season! For me, that means life gets a little crazy with holiday festivities. We are gearing up for the Nutcracker. Holiday shopping, decorating, and baking will be filling our days. I love ... Read More about 5 Days of Printable Christmas Activities
3D Deco Light from 3DLightFX!
It's been a while since I've been able to shop for little kids. My youngest is 13. However, I'm having a blast shopping for my nephew this year! 3DLIGHTFX 3D Deco Lights are the perfect gift this holiday season. They have a full range of comic book, super hero, Disney Princess, sports and car ... Read More about 3D Deco Light from 3DLightFX!
A Peek at Homeschooling Middle School: First Quarter
I've been asked several times to share more about homeschooling middle school. Many homeschool moms are intimidated by the older grades. Often, they don't feel qualified to teach the more advanced subjects required in middle and high school. It's taken me a bit to settle into a routine this year, ... Read More about A Peek at Homeschooling Middle School: First Quarter
A Gift Guide for Planner Addicts {Teen Version}
I am a planner addict, and I'm not afraid to admit it! I currently own not one, not two, but three Erin Condren planners. I use one for family stuff - meal planning, chore lists, and appointments. I use a second one for all things blog related. Daily tasks, due dates, and blog post ideas to name a ... Read More about A Gift Guide for Planner Addicts {Teen Version}