A Super Simple Way to Learn About Instruments

Learn about instruments

Every year around this time I look forward to giving my kids new and fun ways to learn about instruments. We’ve been a part of Classical Conversations for nearly seven years, and the last six weeks of foundations orchestra study is still one of my favorite parts. I played in the band when I was…

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Why I don’t D.E.A.R. (Drop Everything And Read)

Reading is important element in my homeschool. My desire is to raise readers who know how to seek out wisdom and knowledge from books.  I’m guest posting on Book Shark today talking about the challenges of letting kids loose without giving them any guidance. While I’m all for independent learning, I also see the risks to leaving…

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How To Make A Snowflake With Yarn

Snowflake Art

It’s that time of the year when the weather doesn’t always cooperate for being outside for hours. As we snuggle in and try to keep warm, we love to sit and listen to books on Audible (Try Audible and Get Two Free Audiobooks). Some of us have an easier time sitting still than others. When…

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Catherine’s Pascha Review: Multicultural Children’s Book Day

I love learning about different cultures and the traditions that they pass down through the years. When our Multicultural Children’s Book Day selection, Catherine’s Pascha, came in the mail, we were fascinated to learn more about the religious celebrations of the Orthodox Church.   I received a copy of this book for free from Charlotte Riggle in exchange for…

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Think With Art – A Beautiful Thing

I love it when a plan comes together. We had just started reading Socks, when I was offered an opportunity to try out a Think With Art box. I quickly accepted, because we had tried the Creation Crate a couple months ago and loved it. I was interested to see what the art version would be like.…

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