My philosophy is to keep things as simple and happy as possible. I want life to be enjoyable for the children and for me. Learning is fun! Even in high school.
Read more5 Ways To Homeschool with Living Books
Living books make life sweeter, especially if you are a homeschool mom! Our rooms are lined with bookshelves filled with living books. In fact, we spend more money on books than curriculum.
Read moreUnderstanding Atoms & Molecules in Relation to Cells
Children are often told that the small unit of life is the cell when we are studying plants, animals, and people (life science). But, in physical science, we are told
Read more9 Keys to Financial Success
God lays out principles in His Word that bring financial success no matter what your tax return or bank balance says. If you want to experience true financial success, learn
Read moreMy Favorite Florida Beaches
Florida has the best beaches of all! And the prettiest blue skies. I’ve visited beaches in Cancun, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, Dominican Republic, Delaware, New Jersey, Long Island, Cape Cod, and San Diego. None compare to Florida’s...
Read moreHands-On Geography: Map Components
One of the best ways for children to experience mapping is to create their own map from start to finish starting with a blank piece of paper. Map making has been such a fantastic hands-on geography learning experience for our children, our home...
Read more12 Fun Ways to Learn about Patrick and Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
Here are some fun ways to learn about Saint Patrick and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
Read more8 Adorable Easter Picture Books To Read Aloud
My daughter Katie Beth Curtis is an amazing homeschool mom! She creates her own curriculum. At Easter time, she weaves these adorable Easter picture books into her curriculum. I just had to share them with you!
Read moreCreate Your Own Suburb!
Suburbs became popular in the 1950s with a fascinating history involving trains! When we studied the sixth decade (1950s) in our adventure of HIS Story of the 20th Century, creating our own suburbs was one of our favorite activities! We had a...
Read more20th Century History Resources Your Family Will Love!
I’ve always enjoyed learning about the 20th Century because of my close relationship with my grandparents who were born in 1904. We have accumulated some amazing resources as a family that we want to share with you! If you want to dig into...
Read moreWatch Your Way Thru The 20th Century
The great thing about movies is that they bring another place and time alive for the whole family. We can enjoy Prince Edward Island with Anne or experience the danger of World War I with Sergeant York. We can cheer Eric Liddell on in Chariots of...
Read moreWatch Your Way thru the 20 Century
A lazy day of couch potato homeschooling turned into a beneficial learning experience that we have repeated many times.
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