Vacations create memories that last a lifetime. Follow this easy how-to post on how to preserve those memories! Whether it's a major vacation, a day trip to a neighboring town, or a field trip to a museum, those are the things we remember. I am a keeper of ticket stubs, pressed pennies, several t-shirts, and… Continue reading How to Preserve Vacation Memories on the Cheap
Category: Putting the Fun in Homeschooling
Homeschooling is fun! Even with big kids! Find games, field trips, creative learning, and more!
25 Fun, Harmless April Fool’s Day Pranks
An entire day dedicated to harmless pranks and practical jokes with no repercussions? Sign me up! I don't remember exactly when we started, but April Fool's Day has become one of my top holidays to celebrate! For the past several years, I have thoroughly enjoyed celebrating the quirky holiday with my children. I've attempted to… Continue reading 25 Fun, Harmless April Fool’s Day Pranks
Geography in the Kitchen – Canada
Cooking is all about people. Food is maybe the only universal thing that really has the power to bring everyone together. No matter what culture, everywhere around the world, people eat together." -Guy Fieri Geography is one of my favorite subjects. I'm a stationary globe trotter, living vicariously through shows like the Amazing Race, or… Continue reading Geography in the Kitchen – Canada
History Hunt – Cold War Era
It happens most every year. No matter how hard we work, the last few weeks of school are approaching and we have a couple of chapters or topics left to study. This time it is American History, and we are finally getting to the last 60 years. This is of course, the history either I… Continue reading History Hunt – Cold War Era
Poetry Ideas for Teens Who Hate It
Ever since my kids were young, whenever I mentioned poetry, I was met with moans and groans. Whether it was writing a haiku, an acrostic, or limerick, nothing seemed to spark much interest. Sure, we read our share of Shel Silverstein that produced some giggles, but when it came to writing their own, I think… Continue reading Poetry Ideas for Teens Who Hate It
Make Math Fun with Pi! (or pie)
Updated from a post I wrote in March of 2019. I wish all math was as much fun as Pi! Take a break from the norm, and celebrate Pi Day with these fun activities! Oh, and don't forget the pie (I saved the best for last)! Pi Day is a day we have enjoyed over… Continue reading Make Math Fun with Pi! (or pie)
Travel the World Through Letters – Letters From Afar Review
Do you dream of lands far away? Have you been bitten by the travel bug, but are short on funds, or experiencing travel restrictions? Do you need to jazz up your homeschool geography curriculum? World travel is only a letter away through Letters From Afar. I love this product so much, I asked to become… Continue reading Travel the World Through Letters – Letters From Afar Review
5 Ways to Celebrate the New Year with Teens
Cancelled events, curfews, Covid. As a new year begins, we are all wondering when we can just get back to normal. Not a "new normal", but normal. Like the beginning of this year. When we could attend concerts, visit amusement parks, work, celebrate the new year, and simply walk down the street - normally. Twenty-twenty… Continue reading 5 Ways to Celebrate the New Year with Teens