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Educational Gifts That Homeschoolers Actually Love
The holidays have a way of sneaking up fast, don’t they? Every year I tell myself I’ll keep things simple, and every year I end up wandering down the rabbit hole of books, kits, and games that promise a little more wonder in our homeschool days. If you’re shopping for your own kids (or another…
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Grammar Can Wait: Building Language Naturally in Lower Elementary
Decades of research in language development and literacy show that children acquire grammar long before anyone explains it to them. By the time a child start formal schooling, most have already mastered the complex rules of their spoken language, without a single worksheet or diagram. Still, many homeschooling parents feel pressure to start formal grammar…
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Homeschool Styles: Explained Through Baking Bread
Every homeschool family has their own recipe for learning. Some follow a precise formula, while others toss in a little of this and that, trusting it’ll turn out sweet in the end. Let’s head into the kitchen and see how each homeschooling style might bake bread. Note: This post is meant for fun and to…
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Using Madlibs in Your Homeschool: Learning Through Laughter and Language (with Free Generator!)
If you’ve ever watched your kids dissolve into giggles over a ridiculous story full of silly words, you already know the magic of Madlibs. But beyond the laughter, Mad Libs are a surprisingly powerful tool for learning. They helping children strengthen grammar skills, expand vocabulary, and boost creativity, all while having fun. Why Madlibs Work…
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Gameschooling: Sleeping Queens + Free Printable
If you haven’t played Sleeping Queens yet, I’m really excited to share with you one of our favorite games! This game was designed by a six-year-old and is full of imagination, math, memory, and strategy, all wrapped up in a colorful fairytale theme. Why We Love It At first glance, Sleeping Queens looks like a…
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Using Boggle and Boggle Junior in Your Homeschool
Word games are more than just fun, they can be powerful tools for building literacy, critical thinking, and family connection. Two classic favorites, Boggle and Boggle Junior, can be easily adapted into your homeschool routine to support learners of different ages. Why Word Games Work in Homeschooling Games like Boggle encourage children to: And best…
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How to Use Wordle in Your Homeschool
If you spend time online, you’ve probably come across Wordle, the simple daily word puzzle that took the internet by storm. At first glance, it may just look like a fun distraction, but Wordle can actually be a powerful (and free!) learning tool for your homeschool. In this post, we’ll explore different ways to bring…
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How Much Math Can Be Hiding in a $0.99 Thrift Store Memory Game?
The other day at the thrift store, my kids spotted a Spidey Friends Memory game for 99 cents. It was just a box of cards with no instructions—but my five-year-old is obsessed with memory games, so it came home with us. As soon as we walked in the door, both my five- and eight-year-old were…
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Why My Kids’ Gender Identity Doesn’t Change How I Raise Them
If my kid wants to use “he” this week and “they” next week, it doesn’t change how I parent. At the end of the day, they still need dinner, hugs, help with homework, and reminders to brush their teeth. Their gender identity (and the ways they express it) doesn’t alter my role as mom. It…
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Free Uppercase Letter Prewriting + Handwriting Practice Sheets
When I designed these handwriting pages, I wanted them to be both developmentally appropriate and fun. The order is influenced by UFLI’s Getting Ready curriculum, but you can absolutely adjust as needed for your learner. Uppercase vs. Lowercase Some handwriting programs begin with lowercase letters, while others begin with uppercase. Both approaches are valid! I…
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