As a veteran home school mom who began home schooling at the point of having two children, then adding several more babies, a couple major moves and all kinds of disruptions plus a thriving home based business, I have done our schooling just about every way possible. We have had a very traditional schedule as […]
20 Must-Read Books for Kindergarteners
Kindergarten is such a magical time in your child’s school career. Children are bright-eyed and eager – many entering school for the first time, others making the transition from small preschools or daycares to “big kid school.” My 2nd grader still loves school just as much as my kindergartener, but there is something to be said […]
Helps Kids Take Flight With Make-A-Wish
I was blessed with relatively easy labors and was able to have my babies at home with a midwife because my kids were healthy. We rarely go to the doctors at all. But I know that many children face life-threatening medical conditions every day and love supporting organizations that make things a little bit brighter […]
Baby Registry Etiquette & How To: Getting Registered for a Baby Shower or New Arrival
Sometimes pregnant mothers can be confused about how to register for baby gifts before a shower without seeming tacky or rude. Here are some tips to help. Is a Baby Shower Gift Registry Tacky, Rude or Inappropriate? No! Most people appreciate being able to quickly and easily find a baby shower gift that will be […]
Active Learning for Teachers Through Hilton HHonors Teacher Treks
We’ve talked about hands-on learning for children on Untrained Housewife before, but what about adults? What about the teachers who are the ones teaching our community’s children on a daily basis? I love the Hilton HHonors Teacher Treks which will send 15 teachers to a location related to their teaching focus as part of Hilton […]
Having The Talk: 5 Effective Methods for Talking to Your Teens About Drinking
Driving drunk is a very dangerous thing with very serious consequences, and if you want to make sure that your teen does not take part in this terrifying and destructive activity, there are a number of things to keep in mind. Above all else, talk to your teen and be honest and firm. Get […]
Supporting Organic Foods Locally and Beyond
How can you support the production and availability of organic, whole foods in your local area? Here are three fabulous ways to make a big difference in your local organic foods and economy. 1. Grow Your Own Food Even if all you are able to grow is a salad or two, the act of producing […]
Get Prepared – Unexpected Explosions
Such tragedy in the news this week. Bombs at the finish line of the Boston Marathon. Accidental explosions at a fertilizer plant in Texas. And you can probably think of others in recent history. These types of emergencies can hardly be anticipated in the same way as a bad storm or natural disaster. But can […]
When a Breastfeeding Mom Isn’t
The is something that I think every mother needs to hear. “Moms face tremendous pressure to make the “perfect” parenting decisions, only to be judged or criticized by other moms. From going back to work and feeding your baby to education, discipline and bed times, everyone has an opinion. I pledge to create a more supportive and less judgmental environment by empowering moms to […]
Mother Knows Best: Helping Your Baby Get to Sleep
Baby’s bedtime can be one of the most frustrating times of parenting. Hundreds of articles and book have been written about getting a baby to sleep, each giving different advice. Most advocate various methods of the cry-it-out technique and many give conflicting information about how baby should be put down. Mothers may be left wondering […]
Three Recommended Books for Parents on Children’s Health
Developing a library of parenting books can be an overwhelming task in today’s marketplace with such an abundance of options. This is the first in a series of posts that will recommend three books on various parenting topic,s such as emotional development, fun activities, healthy sleep, child behavior, and more. Today, we look at three […]
Train Math Lesson Plan
This lesson plan is part of the “I’ve Been Workin’ On the Railroad” Train Unit Study and is designed to work with Kindergarten through 2nd grade on basic math skills. It is an easy math concepts lesson plan for Kindergarten, first, and possibly second graders, using trains to visualize addition and subtraction. Time and Grade: […]
