April 22nd is Earth Day the annual celebration to inspire awareness about pollution and appreciation for protecting the health of the environment. This is a great reason to get outside, especially if you’ve had a long winter. I know we could probably all enjoy a little fresh air and sunshine today. Hopefully, your weather is cooperating. … Continue reading "Earth Day Mini Unit Study"
You’ve likely heard the news that in just a few days (April 8th), a total solar eclipse will be visible across Mexico, Canada, and the United States. Whether you can view this historic event from your own home, are planning on traveling to view it, or are simply watching a broadcast online, this is a … Continue reading "A Totally Free Eclipse Mini Unit"
Welcome to Build Your Library’s Homeschool Tidbits: Episode 67 – Tips to Overcome the February Blahs. In this weekly video series, I will delve briefly into a topic related to homeschooling and will share some of my knowledge and expertise as a long-time homeschooling mother of 4 children. Three of whom have graduated high school, … Continue reading "Homeschool Tidbits: Tips to Overcome the February Blahs"
Welcome to Build Your Library’s Homeschool Tidbits: Episode 63 – Helping Your Child Set Realistic Goals! In this weekly video series, I will delve briefly into a topic related to homeschooling and will share some of my knowledge and expertise as a long-time homeschooling mother of 4 children. Three of whom have graduated high school and … Continue reading "Homeschool Tidbits: Helping Your Child Set Realistic Goals"
Today is Darwin Day (February 12), a day to celebrate scientific ingenuity and bravery. Charles Darwin was just one of many scientists who strove to change the way people think about the world. Charles Robert Darwin, (February 12, 1809 – April 19, 1882) was an English biologist, naturalist and geologist. He was best known for … Continue reading "Happy Darwin Day!"
Welcome to Build Your Library’s Homeschool Tidbits: Episode 29 – Build Your Own Timeline 101! In this weekly video series, I will delve briefly into a topic related to homeschooling and will share some of my knowledge and expertise as a long-time homeschooling mother of 4 children. Three of whom have graduated high school and one … Continue reading "B2HS: Build Your Own Timeline 101"
Welcome to Build Your Library’s Homeschool Tidbits: Episode 26 – Getting Organized for the New Homeschool Year. In this weekly video series, I will delve briefly into a topic related to homeschooling and will share some of my knowledge and expertise as a long-time homeschooling mother of 4 children. Three of whom have graduated high … Continue reading "Homeschool Tidbits: Getting Organized for the New Homeschool Year (B2HS)"
With the beginning of a brand new year just getting started, it’s a great time to reflect on the year that’s passed. I love to sit down with a notebook and remind myself of my favorite memories, goals met, and funny moments with the kids I don’t want to forget. And of course, a book … Continue reading "Ring in the New Year with a Freebie!"
Life can be unpredictable. You can have a great homeschool routine, the perfect curriculum for your family, homemade meals every night, then boom. Disaster strikes. A chronic illness can easily derail an otherwise perfect schedule. I’ve had digestive issues most of my life. In my 20s, I convinced a doctor to run tests, and she … Continue reading "Tips for Homeschooling with Chronic Illness"
The leaves are changing, the air is getting crisp and cool, and the school year is new and fresh. It’s the season of apples and pumpkins and football. Autumn is one of my favorite times of the year so I have quite the collection of fall-themed picture books that I love to share with my … Continue reading "Favorite Fall Reads"
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