Learning to Live {Peacefully} with Kids Part 1

When I finally decided to homeschool, I was confident that this was the plan that God had for me and that I had the ability to accomplish the task He set before me.  I just had no idea how hard it would be! Our homeschooling journey began much like the trip we took to Mineral…

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Top 3 Games to Play With CC Memory Work Flashcards

Games for Classical Conversations

When I first joined Classical Conversations, I was trying to pace myself in how much I spent on materials.  Sadly, I decided to leave the cute little deck of memory work flashcards off of my list.  However, for my birthday that year (conveniently in July), my sweet mother bought them for me!  I remember flipping…

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Shutter Booth DFW…my kid is addicted!

While at a wedding at the W Dallas, my daughter found her new favorite activity:  photo-boothing (if that is a word). Shutter Booth DFW set up their chamber of creativity in the reception hall of the wedding.  We stumbled upon it, and when my daughter learned that the fun was free, she was hooked.  Here’s…

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Coming Soon Science4Us Review

  Over the next 30 days, I will be reviewing www.Science4Us.com. Science4Us is an engaging,elementary science curriculum that teaches science using a fun, interactive approach. If you have your own blog and would like to review Science4Us, check out their homeschool review program. Make sure to come back and read my full review. BetsyBetsy Strauss…

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The Wonder of Worms

Its been a while since I’ve had the opportunity to interact with preschoolers.  Last week we (my kids and I) entertained one of my friend’s kids while she attended a Classical Conversations Practicum. Since I spend most of my time with older kids having conversations, I thought it would be fun to try some of…

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