"Yikes...I don't have the patience to homeschool my kids!" was one mother's reply when I mentioned the fact that I homeschool. And as a homeschooling mom of 3, my thoughts were... Neither do I! Whenever I tell anyone that I homeschool, the most common reaction to that is simply this “Wow really, I don’t have enough patience to do that”. I Don't Have the Patience to Homeschool I have heard this time and time again. ... Read the Post...
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3 Foolproof Ways to Raise Children Who Care for Others
Raising kind, caring children in today’s world may seem like a challenge, but don’t fret! It can be done. Don't give up mama! You can raise children who care for others. Here are a few tips. If I had to guess, I bet you are already doing some of these. Sometimes it takes awhile for the fruit of our labors to show up. But alas, we press forward. How to Raise Children Who Care for Others 1. Let them know you care for ... Read the Post...
2 Ways for Kids to Make Mosaic Tissue Paper Pumpkin Craft
The fall season is one of my favorite times of the year, but it is very short-lived. Soon the long winter will set in and all the pretty colors of the landscape will be whitewashed with snow. Snow is pretty in its own right, but the frigid low temps make it harder to appreciate. Although, there is nothing better than the first snow. I grew up in Michigan and now live in Indiana, so I'm pretty used to snow, but even so, ... Read the Post...
Fall Tree Watercolor Painting
Looking for a cute, quick and easy Fall art project to do with your kids? Try this Fall tree watercolor painting art project. When I saw this fall tree watercolor painting, I loved it! I knew we had to add it to our plans and share it with you. Fall Tree Watercolor Painting Supplies Printed Template of the Fall Tree (Free Download) Watercolor Paints Paint Brush Process Print the template out on ... Read the Post...
Cutest Little Yarn Pumpkin Craft for Older Kids
We made the cutest and messiest little yarn pumpkin craft ever inspired by Debbie of OneLittleProject.com! These are not for the weak at heart folks! If you are not into the mess, don't even attempt this one. You will get messy. Your hands will be covered in glue and it will be glorious! When I told my 2 youngest daughters what we were going to make and how messy it would be, one said "bring on the mess" and the other ... Read the Post...
3 Ways to to Abide in Christ Through the Difficult Times of Motherhood
Hey mama, do you find it difficult to get out of bed in the morning? Are you making time to Abide in Christ? 6 AM rolls around and you roll over again and again and push snooze, dreading to start the busy day. The craziness of recent days pops into your thoughts as soon as you open your eyes. Cereal spills, missing shoes, nothing to wear, whining, fussing, arguing, grocery shopping, deadlines, homeschooling drama, ... Read the Post...
Paper Plate Autumn Wreath Kid’s Craft
So I went shopping for an Autumn wreath for my front door, something I've wanted to do for YEARS! I'm such a procrastinator. No, seriously, it's bad. I'm super happy that I found a very pretty one though and I even picked up a cute antique-ish-looking wall hanging that says, Welcome Autumn. Look at me all fall festive this year! Ha! Anyway, while I was shopping I thought it would be fun to have my girls make an Autumn ... Read the Post...
Make this Fall Leaf Suncatcher with Your Kids
Hi again! We are back with another great fall project for day #3 of our 31 Days of Fall Arts and Crafts for Kids going through the whole month of October! Today I'm sharing more of a crafty fall project, a super simple Fall Leaf Suncatcher! It's a throwback from when the girls were in preschool because today was a DAY y'all! We had quick school this morning, then gymnastics, a zoo trip, fall decoration and craft supply ... Read the Post...
Simple Fall Tree Painting with Q-Tips
Hi Sweet friends! We are loving this new 31 days of Fun Fall Arts and Crafts for Kids Series. We had so much fun creating this simple fall tree painting today using Q-tips. Did you create the Fall Tree Craft from yesterday? Well, if you did be sure to share it and use our hashtag #KFHFallFun! I would love to see it! Yeah, I know we are doing another fall tree today, but there are seriously so many fun and creative ... Read the Post...
3 Tips to End Homeschool Clutter and Finally Stay Organized
Is homeschool clutter taking over your home? Find out to how to finally keep your homeschool organized and grab your freebie. Unfortunately, when the summer season ends, homeschool clutter season is rolls in. Yep, it has its own season. Over the Summer we've enjoyed more free time, fun time and less scheduled days. Our time was spent doing absolutely nothing with no responsibilities...Wait... What? Umm no. That ... Read the Post...
Add Delight to Your Homeschool With Experience Astronomy
When our kids were young, it was easy to teach them their alphabet and how to count. As the years pass, certain subjects become more difficult to teach. It can be easy to be intimidated by certain subjects—like the sciences. This year, I'm excited to introduce you to an online course that will help solve your problems: Experience Astronomy. >>>>Learn More <<<< Why Experience Astronomy? Since ... Read the Post...
FieldSchooling: The Homeschool Field Trip
One of my favorite parts of homeschooling (and the main reason we began homeschooling in the first place) was the freedom to go where we wanted - when we wanted. Throughout the years of traditional school, I noticed that field trips and outdoor experiences were becoming fewer and fewer. I wanted my kids to "experience" education, not just read about it in a textbook and memorize facts and figures. This began our journey ... Read the Post...
Practical Tips on How to Enjoy Homeschooling with a Baby
Homeschooling with a baby doesn’t have to be hard, as a matter of fact it can be very enjoyable. You see, I recently had my third child and know the challenges that can come when homeschooling with a little one. I also know the blessings it brings to include your little bundle of joy in your homeschooling. It is not easy at times, but I’m here to tell you that it can be done! No matter if this is your second or fifth ... Read the Post...
Homeschooling a Challenging Child
You've spent countless hours researching homeschool methods. You've spent your budget on the best curriculum, recommended by your most trusted sources. You've created an amazing educational space in your spare bedroom. You are excited, prepared, and dreaming of the perfect homeschool. The only thing getting in your way is your child. The age or grade could be any. You may have a first grader who won't sit still for ... Read the Post...
Switching Homeschool Curriculum Midway through the School Year
For most of us spring and summer equates to planning time for the upcoming homeschool year. We take time to carefully consider the homeschool curriculum that we will use with our children. We might think about our child’s temperament and personality before splurging on the winning curriculum for the year, but once we get into using that winning homeschool curriculum—we quickly learn that it’s not the curriculum for our ... Read the Post...