Hibernation is a fun topic to teach to kids in the winter. Today I have a fun printable book about animals that hibernate in winter for your young learners! Winter Nature Study I always feel like nature study in the winter is more difficult because I do not want to be outside as much. But, you can still learn about it from inside with books and other activities when the weather is not nice enough to be outdoors. See more ideas for Winter Nature Study. Learning about hibernation is the ... continue reading...
Help Your High School Homeschooler Develop Independence
I was talking to a friend the other day about homeschooling and mentioned that I think homeschooling high school is the easiest yet. I prefer it over preschool in many ways. Really?! Why? Because I have a high schooler who works almost entirely on his own with very little instruction or interference from me. How do you help your high school homeschooler develop independence? Well, let me tell you about it. This post is sponsored by Sonlight. I received a free curriculum package this year in ... continue reading...
Winter Geoboard Pattern Cards
Make a fun math center with these Winter Geoboard Pattern Cards! A geoboard is a great math tool that helps kids learn beginning geometry concepts. It is a physical board with nails or pegs evenly spaced around the board. They were originally made of wood and nails, but now you can buy plastic ones. See how we made our own geoboard. You use rubber bands to create shapes and patterns on the board. How to Use a Geoboard for Your Math Lessons Teach basic or more advanced shapes with a ... continue reading...
Solar System Model in a Jar
Want a fun solar system project for your kids? Try this Solar System Model in a jar! It is tons of fun to make and then continue to play with after. So, if you have a space unit in your future, you should definitely read on! I recently received a cool book, The Mason Jar Scientist from another blogger over at Schooling Active Monkeys. Since we are big science fans around here, I was excited to tryout some of the projects from it. I want to share one of those projects here ... continue reading...
Christmas Charades Cards for Kids
Need a fun Christmas game to play with your family or friends this season? Growing up, I remember playing charades a lot with my family and friends. I mentioned it to my kids the other day and my younger kids were not even sure what charades were. Well, It's time to change that! (whoops!) Today I have a set of printable Christmas Charades for you to use over the holiday season. Christmas Charades These Christmas Charades cards will give you ideas so you do not have to come up with your ... continue reading...
