Looking for some fun Winter activities to keep the kids busy? Look no further! We've created a printable Winter Activity Set For Kids that is perfect for when the weather outside is frightful. This unit includes a variety of Winter-themed activities, including word searches, crosswords, and more! Plus, it's all free to download! Do you want to build a snowman? In Wisconsin, we have winter up to eight months of the year, but not every month is created equal! We have different temperatures and kinds of snow each month. Occasionally we will see snow that is super dry and fine - no matter what you do, you cannot create a snowball of any kind. You certainly can't make a snowman! Print off this activity set and you will see that dressing your snowman is just one of the 12 pages of activities included in this set! We have snow days from school because it is too cold outside Mainly, this considers the rural segment of kids that have to wait at the end of their driveways … [Read more...]
How to Host a Magical Aladdin Movie Family Fun Night
Aladdin’s DVD release was September 10th, and if you haven’t gotten the chance to see the movie, now is your chance! If you are planning a fun family night with your kids, or you are looking for a fun way to watch the Aladdin Movie, then hosting a magical Aladdin movie night can do just the trick! While we can’t promise any Genie’s granting three wishes, we can guarantee a movie night your kids won’t soon forget! Here is how to host a magical Aladdin movie night! Take your guests to a whole new world Whether it’s just a family movie night, or you are hosting guests, you can transform your living room into a whole new world! Move the couch and have everyone sit on fun, colorful pillows, or even a magic carpet. Instead of just laying out your movie snacks on the table, why not incorporate a fun burgundy or purple tablecloth! This will immerse your guests into the movie, even when they’re not looking at the screen. Some other great decor ideas could include hanging fairy lights, covering … [Read more...]
6 Animals to Study In Kids Science Homeschool Class
This year, you can check out some great animals to study in kids science homeschool class. These are perfect for getting your kids excited about their education and really learning about a new or different animal. 6 Animals To Study In Kids Science Homeschool Class Elephants: These creatures are truly unique. Not only are there both African and Asian elephants, they have unique needs and ways of survival. They are often seen together in zoos, but you can easily talk about differences in them physically, as well as they way their families interact with each other. Elephants may be true giants in the animal kingdom, but overall they are very gentle creatures unless they feel threatened. Sharks: Since there are so many types of sharks, this is a great unit study. You can share about every type of shark, their habitats, habits and where they are located. You can talk about safety around sharks, what causes them to attack and their function in the sea. If you have a local zoo or aquarium, … [Read more...]
Simple Ways to Incorporate Summer Learning
Summer learning loss is something that happens in most kids as they sit at home over the summer. This means that every year, teachers spend the first 6 weeks of school teaching things their students had learned in the year prior to summer. However, you can prevent summer learning loss by incorporating these simple activities into your summer fun! 25 Simple Ways to Incorporate Summer Learning Find bugs and insects in the yard. Have your kids find some insects and do some research on each one they find. This promotes reading, science, and various other skills. Have your kids cook. Many people don’t know how cooking with your kids grows their minds by introducing them to fractions, measuring, and chemistry. Have screen-free time. Each day, it is important to have time to just sit and read a book. The more you read, the more you learn and the better you get at reading. Exercise creativity. Creativity may not seem like something you can learn, but practice makes perfect. Find ways … [Read more...]
Ultimate Beginner Guide To Homeschooling Your Child
Are you thinking about homeschooling? This Ultimate Guide To Homeschooling Your Child is a great place to begin! We have gathered up our top tips, links to great ideas, and have pulled it all together in one location. Ultimate Beginner Guide To Homeschooling Your Child 10 things To Do Before You Start Homeschooling: If you are just getting started, this is the first place to go for tips and information. Start out your home school journey on the right foot by starting here to learn what steps to take to begin. We've given you great tips, guidance, and ideas for starting a home school classroom with success. How To Homeschool For Free: Concerned about the cost of homeschooling your child? Look no further than our tips on how to home school for free. This list of tips and suggestions is ideal for making your expenses zero when you begin. Learn from the best homeschoolers where to find curriculum, lesson plans, and even supplies for … [Read more...]
25 Homeschool Supplies You Can’t Live Without
Let me help you get started homeschooling with the ultimate list of 25 Homeschool Supplies You Can't Live Without. This list includes basic items as well as my personal favorites that simply make homeschooling easier to manage. Whether you are new to homeschooling or have been doing this for years, this list is a great place to find items you may not realize will help make your homeschool journey easy. 25 Homeschool Supplies You Can't Live Without Dry Erase Board: Grab a small dry erase board for each student and a larger dry erase board for yourself. Don't forget you will need dry erase markers and a good eraser for these. Lined Paper: For younger students, you'll want to grab the wider lined pages, but lined paper is a must for handwriting practice, doing math drills, and even simply taking notes. Sharpies: Not only do you want classic black, but you may find you like the fine point pens and markers in various colors to color code items in your … [Read more...]
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