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A list of favorite books we love - the preschool edition. Classics we can all quote without even thinking. Build precious memories with these read alouds.

in Habits for Happy Kids

Homeschool Books We Love: Preschool Edition

There are certain homeschool books we love for the preschool years. If you have been a parent for any length of time, you can probably tell me what the Very Hungry Caterpillar ate on Saturday without thinking twice about it. One piece of chocolate cake, one ice cream cone, one pickle, one slice of Swiss […]

Filed Under: Habits for Happy Kids Tagged With: written by Kendra

in HomeSchooling&middot Nature Studies

Thistles and Sunshine Nature Study for Your Homeschool

If you are studying thistles for your homeschool nature study, here is how to easily adapt it to your own backyard. And to be spontaneous when you need to soak up the unexpected sunshine. Sleeping Beauty. Eeyore. Two characters that were mentioned when I told the children we would be learning about thistles for nature […]

Filed Under: HomeSchooling, Nature Studies Tagged With: homeschool, nature, outdoor hour challenge, thistles

Like Big Anthony with Strega Nona, we are overflowing with rice and with blessings. Lessons from Strega Nona and a comforting recipe for rice water soup.

in Habits for life&middot Heavenly Habits

Lessons from Strega Nona: Blessings Overflowing

Enjoy these lessons I learned from Strega Nona. Blessings overflowing in our homeschool. Plus a comforting and easy recipe for rice water soup to sooth sore throats. In a quick effort to soothe sore throats, I put some rice on to boil. Absentmindedly, I tossed in several scoops of rice with the unmeasured water. Uh […]

Filed Under: Habits for life, Heavenly Habits Tagged With: sickness, survival

in Heavenly Habits

How to Teach the Younger Women as a Homeschool Mom

Just how to teach the younger women as a homeschool mom? Here is how you can enjoy the ministry of being a Titus woman in your own family. Aaahhhh…. I said goodbye to my dear husband and closed the front door. The girls were all at youth group.  Hubby had a rehearsal. I had the house to […]

Filed Under: Heavenly Habits

in HomeSchooling

Favorite Easter Activities for Kids: A Homeschool Mom’s Guide

I’ve gathered all our favorite and most memorable Easter activities for kids. From recipes, art lessons and nature studies to crafts and a Lenten countdown, these meaningful learning opportunities are a homeschool mom’s guide. photo by Amy Law Easter Activities for Kids: A Homeschool Mom’s Guide Simple Easter – ideas for homemade Easter bags rather […]

Filed Under: HomeSchooling Tagged With: Easter

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in HomeSchooling&middot Nature Studies

A Homeschool Mom’s Guide to The Great Backyard Bird Count

This homeschool mom’s guide to the Great Backyard Bird Count includes resources to jump right in and enjoy this citizen science project. Such fun for homeschool families! A Homeschool Mom’s Guide to The Great Backyard Bird Count First, take a look at this overview of the Great Backyard Bird Count with resources. It’s everything you […]

Filed Under: HomeSchooling, Nature Studies Tagged With: great backyard bird count, outdoor hour challenge

in HomeSchooling

Bird-Themed Scripture Coloring Pages for Learning Bible Verses

These scripture coloring pages are great for learning Bible verses! They are also a fun complement to your homeschool bird studies. Our littlest girl LOVED coloring these scripture coloring pages! There are three coloring pages: Proverbs 1:7, Psalm 4:8, and Matthew 6:26 ESV. Get Your Free Bird Bible Verse Coloring Pages Fill out the form […]

Filed Under: HomeSchooling

in Family Life&middot Frugal Living&middot HomeMaking

Simple Heart-Shaped Bird Feeder for Your Homeschool Bird Study

A simple, heart-shaped bird feeder. You can make it allergy-friendly. Easy steps and fun to make with your children in honor of the Great Backyard Bird Count! And perfect for a Valentine for your backyard birds. Of course we must make it. And we must make it allergy friendly! Recipe for Simple Heart-Shaped Bird Feeder […]

Filed Under: Family Life, Frugal Living, HomeMaking Tagged With: bird, feeder, heart, lard, simple, suet, Sunbutter, Valentine

in Habits for a Happy Mom&middot HomeMaking&middot Housekeeping Habits

A Simple Laundry System: Life Skills for Homeschool Families

Here is a simple laundry system that is doable for homeschool families – and can count as domestic skills! Inexpensive and easy on mom, these tasks help promote independence. I’ve spent a lot of time in the last few weeks evaluating our household. I’m sure most of us do that this time of year. For me, […]

Filed Under: Habits for a Happy Mom, HomeMaking, Housekeeping Habits Tagged With: Habits for a Happy Home, homeschool mom

in AiG Science&middot Cooking Fun with Children&middot HomeSchooling&middot Nature Studies&middot Southern Recipes&middot Tapestry of Grace

Simple Snow Science for Your Weekly Homeschool Lessons

Enjoy these ideas for simple snow science for your weekly homeschool lessons. Includes a sample of a homeschool schedule with nature study, writing, math, art and lots of hands on learning. Dear homeschool mom, here is a simple reminder that one bad day does not determine the week. Midweek I was lamenting that we we […]

Filed Under: AiG Science, Cooking Fun with Children, HomeSchooling, Nature Studies, Southern Recipes, Tapestry of Grace Tagged With: Homeschool Highlights, weekly wrap

in Cooking Fun with Children&middot Habits&middot HomeCooking&middot HomeMaking&middot HomeSchooling&middot Meal Plans

A Homeschool Mom’s Christmas Favorites

I found myself looking through my archives for some Christmas favorites. So, I thought it would be good to place them all in a nice little spot. A homeschool mom’s Christmas favorites like recipes we use often in December, advent resources plus holiday and winter art and more. He appeared and the soul felt its […]

Filed Under: Cooking Fun with Children, Habits, HomeCooking, HomeMaking, HomeSchooling, Meal Plans Tagged With: advent, Christmas, cook box, frugal living, gift, gift idea, holiday, I am Santa Claus, Jesse tree, Jotham's Journey, meaningful gift, pastels, recipe, snow, sugar cookies, three gifts for Christmas, winter

in Faith & Gratitude&middot Holiday Habits&middot HomeMaking

A Birthday Cake For Jesus Activity For Kids

This birthday cake for Jesus activity includes a recipe and ideas for throwing a party to celebrate with your entire family. I have so many wonderful childhood Christmas memories. When I became a parent, I started looking for ways to create Christmas memories and traditions with my children. One thing we have done through the […]

Filed Under: Faith & Gratitude, Holiday Habits, HomeMaking Tagged With: Christmas

in Holiday Habits&middot HomeMaking

15 Meaningful Ways to Celebrate Christmas with Kids

Are you wondering what you can do to make Christmas enjoyable (and build cherished memories) for your family? Here are some cool ideas for how you can celebrate Christmas with your kids. Whatever you choose to do, remember to have fun and enjoy spending time together as a family. 15 Meaningful Ways To Celebrate Christmas […]

Filed Under: Holiday Habits, HomeMaking Tagged With: Christmas

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