If you’re anything like me, choosing curriculum each year feels like a mix of excitement and overwhelm. There are so many wonderful resources out there, and sometimes it’s hard to know what will actually work for your kids and your family rhythm. After a few years of trial and error, we’ve found a good groove, and today I’m sharing our third grade homeschool curriculum choices for 2025. Think of this as us sitting down with a cup of coffee, chatting about what’s working (and why) in our ...
Air Dry Clay Pinch Pot with Pressed Flowers | Spring Nature Craft for Kids
There’s something magical about crafting with nature. Hands shaping the earth, delicate flowers pressed into place, and the quiet focus that comes with creating something beautiful together. This air dry clay pinch pot with pressed flowers is the perfect spring nature craft for kids. It blends creativity, sensory play, and the beauty of the outdoors. Whether you’re a homeschooling mom looking to add a hands-on art project to your day or simply a parent wanting to slow down and soak in the ...
Best Beginner Chapter Books for Early Elementary Students
As young readers transition from picture books to chapter books, they need stories that are engaging, easy to follow, and just challenging enough to build confidence. Enter bridge books—short beginner chapter books that serve as a stepping stone between picture books and full-length novels. Bridge books typically have short chapters, simple vocabulary, engaging illustrations, and a page count around 100 pages. They’re perfect for kids in first and second grade who are starting to read ...
Unschooling in Winter: Embracing Curiosity and Joy in the Season
Winter offers a magical opportunity for unschooling families to explore the world through the lens of this enchanting season. With snow-covered landscapes, cozy indoor days, and the holidays’ lingering glow, there are countless ways to weave learning into everyday life without formal lesson plans. Here are some unschooling ideas to spark curiosity, creativity, and connection this winter. 1. Explore Winter Nature Winter brings unique opportunities to observe nature’s transformation. ...
Our 2nd Grade Homeschool Curriculum Choices
Homeschooling allows us to create a learning environment that fits our family’s unique needs and interests. With a 2nd grader and a 3 ½-year-old preschooler, our approach this year balances structured learning, play-based exploration, and seasonal, interest-led studies. Here’s a look at the homeschool curriculum choices that are guiding our journey. Our 2nd Grader Homeschool Curriculum For our second grader, we focus on a mix of foundational skills and engaging, hands-on learning. ...
Kickstart the Holiday Season with Kalahari Resorts at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade!
[Sponsored by Kalahari Resorts & Conventions] Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with family, fun, and festive traditions! This year, we’re especially excited because Kalahari Resorts will once again be featured in the iconic Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Here’s why you won’t want to miss it – and why a trip to Kalahari Resorts might be the perfect holiday gift for your family. Experience the Magic of Kalahari at the Macy’s ...