This year, I have started something new in our homeschool, and it has redefined our days. I don't know why I didn't do it sooner! I have started letting Emma sleep in. She only has to set an alarm on days we have appointments or co-op. Other than that, I have started letting her body decide when it ... Read More about How Sleep Can Transform Your Homeschool Day
Celebrate the Everyday in November
Can you believe it's almost November? Where has the time gone! The temperatures are dropping, and the leaves are starting to change colors and fall from the trees. We drive down some twisty backroads to get to Emma's ballet studio, and right now they are alive with reds, yellows, and oranges. ... Read More about Celebrate the Everyday in November
10 Children Around the World Books for Kids
This week, I've been sharing resources for learning about Children Around the World. Monday, I shared a fun freebie full of coloring and writing pages. Yesterday, I shared a fun new Christmas Around the World unit study I recently discovered. Today, I'm sharing a list of books you can use ... Read More about 10 Children Around the World Books for Kids
5 Tips for Getting Teen Girls in the Word
One of the things I've really tried to be intentional about, especially as Emma is entering her teen years, is getting her in the Word. Over the years, we've done a bit of reading together here and there. We've read all the children's Bibles on our shelves - many times. We've check out more ... Read More about 5 Tips for Getting Teen Girls in the Word
How Do Others Celebrate Christmas Around the World?
Years ago, I spent weeks putting together a Christmas Around the World Unit Study to use with Emma. I scoured the library for books to read for the countries I wanted us to study. I searched all over the web (this was pre-Pinterest) for crafts to make and foods to prepare. I wrote down notebooking ... Read More about How Do Others Celebrate Christmas Around the World?
20 Books for Cat-Loving Kids
My sweet girl is obsessed with animals. She absolutely adores cats, but she's allergic to many of them. Therefore, she has to be content to read about them and love on the few that don't make her face swell up and her eyes itch. Her best friend has a cat so when she goes on play dates she does at ... Read More about 20 Books for Cat-Loving Kids
Galaxy Buck: Mission to Sector 9 {Review and Giveaway}
Galaxy Buck: Mission to Sector 9 is a new film from the makers of Veggie Tales. Your little ones will enjoy the antics of Buck and his crew as they travel into outer space to carry God's message to all corners of the Milky Way. Galaxy Buck is available now on JellyTelly, an online streaming ... Read More about Galaxy Buck: Mission to Sector 9 {Review and Giveaway}
Easy Rice Krispie Pumpkins
Are you looking for an easy fall treat for your little ones? These easy pumpkin rice krispie treats are perfect for any upcoming Halloween or Harvest Party gatherings you may be attending this fall. They'd also look super cute on your Thanksgiving dessert table! The kids will love them. ... Read More about Easy Rice Krispie Pumpkins
Pick Your Battles
If I had one piece of advice to offer my younger momma self, it would be pick your battles. Let me say it again! Pick Your Battles! You c.a.n.n.o.t. fight them all. Well, actually, you can fight them all, but that is all you'd ever be doing. And, how much fun would life be for you or for your ... Read More about Pick Your Battles
The Biggest Story {A Christian Kids Book Review}
I am always on the lookout for Christian storybooks that I can share with my kids and my nieces/nephews. Recently, I was introduced to one that I can't wait to tell you about. The Biggest Story is a Bible storybook that is full of incredible artwork and a seamless telling of the ... Read More about The Biggest Story {A Christian Kids Book Review}