Try these printables for more reading and writing practice.
Champions for Kids and #BagItForward With Elmer’s Glue
Even though my family homeschools, we are committed to supporting our local community. See what we’re doing for back-to-school and how you can participate in YOUR community too!
Printable Shape Practice Sheets for Kids
Print out these pages for basic shape recognition, as well as reading and writing practice.
Sun Earth and Moon Rotation Craft for Sun Unit Study
When we’re studying the sun and the earth and things like orbit, rotation, etc., it can be confusing for little kids to understand how it all works. I found a great Sun, Earth, and Moon craft idea on Pinterest and adapted it with my kids using these beautiful printables. Using brads, printables, and construction paper […]
Piecing Knowledge Together: Learning with Puzzles
Most of this year, my social feeds have been full of opinions on the new Common Core standards and methods of teaching in our public schools. I am certain that my opinions have decorated many a feed as well. The new methods supposedly work for some children though I have yet to meet anybody who […]
Grow Your Own Crystals for Fun and Fairs
Grow your own crystals for a fun family activity. This was actually pretty easy, and there are many ways to try it. The two most interesting crystals we grew as a test were from alum powder and epsom salts.
How to Cast Plaster Animal Tracks — An Outdoor Classroom Activity
The only thing better than exploring the great outdoors with kids is bringing a little bit of the outdoors back home or to the classroom. Molding wildlife tracks is so simple that anybody can do it, and the process (as well resulting casts) can be used as both outdoor science and nature activities. Plus, an […]
Little Bits Review – Learning Activities for Home School
Whether you home school, or you compliment your child’s education at home like most of the parents I know, you’ll want to check out littleBits. These learning bits are amazing and have some great potential for educational activities and HANDS ON learning. You know I’m a fan of that! What Are littleBits littleBits are kits […]
Free Printable Worksheets for Back to School
Now that the excitement of back to school shopping is over, and we’re settling into a routine, I’m constantly on the lookout for things that are fun and different, something to shake-up the every-day and make learning exciting; making school special as a homeschooler. At this age, my kids don’t need fancy expensive text books. […]
My Office Depot Haul for Back-to-School – Best Crayons Ever
You guys know I’ve been working with Office Depot this back-to-school season to introduce the Scotch Expressions designer tape series and remind you how amazing the Office Depot Loyalty Rewards program is. I got a gift card to go shopping and wanted to share some of my finds. [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LEO5148r-6k[/youtube] Everything piled on that table was […]
Star Teacher Program for Homeschoolers Too #ODRewards
The Office Depot Loyalty Rewards program allows you to choose from a personal Loyal Customers account, a Star Teacher account, and a Local Business account. The cool thing is that homeschoolers can sign up for the if it’s the best fit for you. Especially for co-op class teachers or homeschool group leaders (or larger than […]
15 Get Ready For School Books
The first day of school is almost here! While you may be busy checking off items on your children’s school supply lists, your children may be busy worrying about a lot more than if they have a enough pencils on the first day. Help calm their nerves before the first day of school by sharing […]
