These days, I’m definitely getting a closer, inside look at what homeschool might feel like, since the stay at home orders aren’t being lifted anytime soon! I’m finding that it’s important to balance traditional learning activities with ones that tend to be more exploratory in nature. Magnet play is something my kiddos enjoy, which can serve as a great extension to all learning concepts…literacy, math, science, etc.! There are a multitude of magnet related videos, activities, and printables on Pinterest {Read More}
Create with Color Giveaway!
April 15, 2020 by
With the quarantine in place, being stuck at home hasn’t been the easiest to manage for many people, myself included. For an extrovert like me, you begin to go stir crazy. One thing that has helped both me and my kids get through our first month of isolation has been ART! From coloring books (both kid and adult) to painting projects to sidewalk chalk (my husband jokes that I enjoy it more than our kids) to play dough, it’s been {Read More}
Learning & Fun with Geoboards!
April 6, 2020 by
Spring break is officially over, so back to homeschooling we go! Did you know that learning AND fun can actually coincide?! I know, a novel concept, right? In all seriousness, teaching kids from home can, at times, feel like an arduous, daunting and frustrating task. Once the whining/pouting/complaining starts, it makes me feel like giving up! As parents and teachers, we want to provide activities that serve a purpose, while also giving kids a chance to learn in new and {Read More}
Elmer the Elephant – Mosaic Art
March 26, 2020 by
Although we’ve seen glimpses of Spring here in Chicago, it did actually snow here a couple days ago. So, we decided to pull out our Elmer in the Snow book and add some color to our day! I’m not sure if you’ve read any of the Elmer series books, but we love that it sends the message that different is GOOD and beautiful, teaching children not to try and be like anyone but themselves. Just be you! I created an {Read More}
Punch Cards for Kids!
March 24, 2020 by
Quarantine Week #2 is in full effect, and I don’t know about you, but I’m running out of steam….yes, ALREADY! With three energetic kids at home, I’m starting to feel like a juggling act in the circus. Trying to keep behavior at bay is already a struggle, so I decided to pull out my secret weapon – the trusted behavior punch cards!! Well, that is until I looked inside the drawer to be welcomed with an empty bag. Not one {Read More}
FAVORITE KIDS TOYS/GAMES/PUZZLES
March 18, 2020 by
2020 has been off to a very interesting start. This Corona Virus has really taken over, resulting in school closings and 3+ weeks of social distancing. This means families will be spending a lot more time at home. Those of you with children know how LONG the days can feel when restrictions are placed on you and the isolation that sets in. To hopefully help combat feelings of going crazy and keeping them entertained, I’ve put together a list of {Read More}
