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 […]
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 […]
Parts of Speech Game for Kinesthetic Learners
Nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs… When it comes to learning about the parts of speech, it can get pretty boring. Worksheets and drills aren’t the only answer. This simple Parts of Speech Game with sticky notes makes a rather dry subject fun. Plus, you can turn this activity for kinestheic learners into a fun sentence building activity. […]
Make Learning about Fractions Fun with This Hands-On Activity for Equivalent Fractions
Fractions can be confusing. We’ve talked about fractions while talking about measuring cups and working on money, but the kids were struggling with understanding how different fractions could be put together. The homemade math manipulatives we made to work on adding and subtracting double digits were a huge hit, so I decided it was time for us […]
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, […]
