Make sure you can find this later now!! Remember last week when I talked about the treasure that is my Grandma’s recipe box? Well today my friends I am here to delight you with a simple, delicious cookie recipe that is out of that very box. Don’t let the plain look of these […]
Archives for 2014
“Oops I Dropped My Pencil” and Other Distractions
Homeschool parents have an interesting perspective on their children. We’re with them 24/7 for the most part. We see behaviors and weird things they do that we might not see if they were in school. Sometimes these things are adorable, and sweet and endearing. Other times they are pull your hair out irritating. Sometimes […]
How to Make a Paper Plate Mini- Diorama (and a lesson on animal sanctuaries)
Make sure you can find this later now!! Our homeschool co-op is off and running for another year and we’re doing things a little differently this year. In past years a few moms have picked a subject and taught the whole year. But this year we’re taking turns. Each mom gets one month and […]
Tips for Taking Kids to an Art Museum
Remember last week when I talked about teaching kids to be good critics? Well now I’m going to tell you how that lesson paid off and share some tips for taking a big bunch of kids (or just one or two) to an Art Museum. Some of the kids in our group were really excited to […]
Burt’s Bees Copy-Cat Lip Balm
Make sure you can find this later now!! So, I’ve mentioned my super awesome friend Holly several times on this blog. She’s the kind of friend who brings you family dinner when you’ve had surgery, who will can 4 million ears of corn with you, who you can discuss gardening and raising chickens […]