Posts by Betsy
Free Christmas Code Breaking Printable
If your kids are like mine, the countdown to Christmas is ON! There are only so many Christmas movies you can watch to fill the days. If you’re looking for a fun activity to keep your kids busy, here’s a fun Christmas code breaking printable to challenge their minds while enjoying the season. I used…
Read More15+ Christmas Treats Kids Will Love
Before we know it Christmas will be here, and with it comes holiday activities, classroom parties, and Christmas treats galore! That is why we gathered some of the best Christmas treats for kids right here. These recipes are perfect for family baking day, or that classroom treat you JUST found out you needed to make…
Read MoreHow to Navigate the Challenges of Grading in Your Homeschool
Grading and assessment is fairly simple in the public school system. You complete a standardized assignment with a specific universal goal/answer key. The teacher grades the work, records it in their book, and returns it to the student. These numbers get processed in the database and a report card is generated. Simple right? However in…
Read MoreMiddle Grade Adventure Stories Your Daughters will Love
My middle daughter is an action loving girl. While she enjoys a good love story, she typically gravitates towards mysteries or other action packed tales that hold her interest. Stories like this are hard to come by. I’m always excited when old stories are brought back to life. I grew up buying vintage books from…
Read MoreFree Learning Resources to Help Your Student Build a Business
I dream of reclaiming a pre-industrial revolution family lifestyle. You know, that time when the family business was attached to the family home, and everyone pitched in to support the family in all areas. Dad was nearby for discipline and encouragement. Mom enjoyed interacting with the customers as they stopped by to enjoy the family…
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