Wouldn’t it be nice to have a folder/scrapbook/keepsake album all rolled into one? Well, I was determined to figure out how to accomplish such a feat! I was very puzzled when I first began homeschooling about how to keep everything together for that year…I mean if I kept EVERYTHING, I’d need a 45 gallon bucket! [...]
Fun Activities for Jack and the Beanstalk
The following is a post from contributing writer LaToya Edwards of LaToyaEdwards.net Jack and the Beanstalk Story Basket from Sun Hats and Wellie Boots Lots of fun activities and hands on projects to go along with this fun story: planting and measuring a bean sprout, play figures for Jack, his mom and the giant, green [...]
10 Fun and Free Spring Craft Ideas
The following is a post from contributing writer Carlie from So You Call Yourself a Homeschooler? Spring is an exciting time for most everyone I know. The stillness of winter fades and the moving of new life begins to rustle just about everywhere you go. During these times, it gives our family a nudge and [...]
Inexpensive Gift Ideas for Your Child’s Teachers
The follow is a post from contributing writer Tiffany Manley. At first glance the thought of a teacher’s gift doesn’t seem very applicable to a homeschooler. You are the teacher, after all. When you think about it, though, there are plenty of people involved in your child’s life, and it would be completely appropriate for [...]
Christmas Books, Crafts, Recipes and More for Preschoolers
The following is a post from contributing writer Dianna Kennedy. Without a doubt, Christmas books and crafts can help us bring even more holiday joy to our preschoolers, kindergarten and first grade students. I’ve collected a giant list of the books that we’ve used in our own home, along with crafts, printables and fun recipes [...]






