She was supposed to be working on her spelling words, but out of the corner of my eye I could see her turning around, watching as I carefully lined up our flashcards across the kitchen floor. I knew I had her interest piqued. Sitting still is something my daughter doesn’t do. That’s one reason I […]
Fizzing Halloween Science
I can hardly believe it is halfway through October. It feels like time speeds up when we enter the last few months of the year. Thankfully there is still plenty of time for some fun Halloween activities with the kids. This time of year has us running quite a bit, but this Fizzing Eyeballs Halloween science […]
Practicing Spelling Words with Beads
When I mention spelling lists, what comes to mind? Maybe you remember writing the same words over and over again when you were in school. Or maybe you think about the drama of getting your own child to practice spelling for homework. This year we are trying a new spelling curriculum, one that doesn’t actually […]
Help Your Child Stay Organized This School Year with Duct Tape
What is it with pencil erasers? When we are doing schoolwork, nothing drives my son crazier than getting stuck with a pencil that has no eraser. Last school year it inspired numerous arguments with his sister, who has a way of making those erasers disappear faster than popcorn at the movies. I decided as one […]
Skip the Drama with These Fun Ways to Practice Spelling Words
Now a days it starts in kindergarten: the dreaded spelling word lists. It means daily homework of practicing those words, usually by writing them over and over again. And, quite often, it results in tears and frustration for both child and parent. But you can skip that drama with these fun ways to practice spelling words […]
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