When you make learning fun, kids are more likely to remember what they’ve learned. One way to do this is through educational games. It works even better if you an tie the game into something your child loves — like sharks. Over the years we have had fun with lots of shark games for […]
50 of the Best Educational Gift Ideas for Homeschooling Families
“What do the kids want this year?” Whether it’s Christmas or a birthday, that’s the question most parents are faced with each year. I love watching the kids get excited about their gifts, but sometimes the amount of toys and clutter in the house can feel overwhelming. This can be especially true after birthdays or holidays, […]
Make Learning about Fractions Fun with This Hands-On Activity for Equivalent Fractions
Fractions can be confusing. Sometimes it is hard for kids to understand how fractions fit together to make a whole. Manipulatives are a great way to help kids visualize tricky math concepts. You can make your own paper plate faction manipulatives to use in this equivalent fractions hands on activity. For more fun ways to teach […]
Simple & Fun Hands On Equivalent Fractions Activities for Kids
When it comes to helping kids with school work, many parents dread math the most. Those first few years working on math facts at home may not seem too difficult, but then comes 5th grade and tons of fraction work. They’re adding and subtracting, multiplying and dividing, working with common denominators… It’s easy to become […]
Learning with Legos: Sentence Building Activity
If you find yourself constantly stepping over red, blue, and yellow plastic bricks, then chances are you have a Lego fan living in your home. The plastic bricks are not only fun to build with, but Legos are perfect for hands-on learning that your child will love. In fact, you can use them for some […]
