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Easter Egg Dyeing with Shaving Cream This is the time of year for Easter egg dyeing! My family and I enjoy dyeing eggs, but we usually like to do it in a simple way that everyone can enjoy doing together. Occasionally we’ll decide to go all-out and try something new or complicated (especially now that…
Easter is such an important holiday in our home, if not THE most important. It’s crucial for our children to know and understand why we celebrate this occasion. It’s not all about the Easter bunny and Easter eggs. It’s the special time of year when we celebrate our Lord Jesus Christ and what He did…
For our ongoing “Barnyard Treats and Reads” series, we’re sharing a creative way to can transform Nutter Butter cookies (the treats) into one of our favorite farm animals! We’re also giving you suggestions for fun and informative books (featuring the same animal as this week’s treat) to share with your children! What could go better…
Are you looking for some fun and educational St. Patrick’s Day activities? This Irish holiday honors the official patron saint of Ireland. However, the fun traditions of St. Patrick’s Day aren’t limited to Ireland. In fact, St. Patrick’s Day traditions have caught on all over the world! St. Patrick’s Day is now proudly celebrated in…
Discover Science in a Natural Way with Your Children When we think of science as a subject, our thoughts often default to a dull, dry textbook and lab equipment of some sort. Would it surprise you to learn that the great scientists of the past did not learn science in this artificial manner? It’s true! Instead,…
Huge List of Valentine’s Day Ideas and Activities It’s the time of year for hearts, flowers, and chocolates! You are probably here because you’re looking for some special ways to celebrate the sweethearts in your life: whether that means your kids, spouse, or friends! That’s why we think you’ll love our huge list of Valentine’s…
Fossil Hunt Packing List If you’re getting ready to go on a fossil hunt or hope to go on one in the future, you’ll need to know what to bring along. This fossil hunt packing list is a guide to help make sure you pack what you need–but not so much that you can’t carry…
How to Use Homeschool Bible Curriculum for All Learning Styles I have to admit I never really thought much about homeschool Bible curriculum as it relates to my children’s learning styles until I found The Word in Motion! This curriculum is meant for children from kindergarten through about 8th grade. It’s full of all kinds…
Enjoy the Moments That Make a Life What does everyday life have to do with watching reality shows on TV? I’m about to tell you! In fact, let’s talk about how to enjoy the moments that make a life. An ordinary, yet extraordinary, life like yours and mine. One of my guilty pleasures is watching…
Most people view homeschooling as a time of focusing on academics. For most homeschooling families, providing our kids with a well-rounded education is important. But did you know that homeschooling also inspires creativity in kids? It does! (Or at least it can.) In this article, I’ll talk about how and why homeschooling inspires creativity, and…
Big List of 30-day Challenges to Do with Your Kids Have you ever done a 30-day challenge? You can do a lot in 30 days! You can change an attitude, develop a new habit, kick an old habit, start down the path to getting healthier, and so much more! I personally enjoy doing 30-day challenges…
Taking a swim with manatees is described as an amazingly profound, unforgettable, and a once-in-a-lifetime experience. We are super excited to announce that we are bringing this wonderful educational experience to the homeschool world! AND we are more than ecstatic to get back on the road and head to a state that we believe will…
