It is time back to school time. Whether you are sending your kids to school, teaching at school or at home, you are probably getting ready. I've joined with a great group of bloggers to make getting ready for the new year a little bit easier. How does $500 sound in helping you buy school supplies, books, games and … [Read more...]
Science Ideas to Start the School Year
Our kids love science projects. I think there is instant gratification in experiments that work like magic before their eyes. With the start of the school year, it can be fun to reinforce or introduce learning at home with science. Today, I am featuring science ideas from Enchanted Homeschooling Mom. She … [Read more...]
Learn with Play-The Book is Out!
Learn with Play, a collaborative book full of ideas of ways to teach children while they are having fun, has been published! I am excited to be one of over 90 contributors. This is a giant collection of play based learning ideas including math, science, sensory, organization, crafts and life skills. Seasonal activities … [Read more...]
Rope Balance Game for Kids
I remember enjoying rope balance games as a child. I decided to make a variation of one I did and try it with our kids. They had a lot of fun practicing their balance and trying to knock each other off balance. This post contains Amazon Affiliate links. Read full disclosure here. Rope Balance Game: You Will Need: A piece of rope Two equal size sturdy things to … [Read more...]
Making a Solar Still: A Water Desalination Experiment
We have been in a severe drought in California and have tried explaining the situation to our kids. They have had many valid questions, including, "why can't we use water from the ocean?" When we have explained that other states are having floods, they asked why they cannot send the water our way (solving both problems). In reference to the … [Read more...]