Whether you are celebrating Columbus Day or you are studying Early American explorers, you are sure to find some great resources in this list! I have gathered the best Christopher Columbus books, lesson plans, and activities I could find all together in one place. History is my favorite subject. I love teaching History to my kids and I love learning about History on my own. History…
Why study fine art? And more importantly, should Christians study fine arts? While it might be a little bit daunting and controversial, it is imperative to include the study of fine arts in our homeschool studies. We are creative beings made in the image of God, and our creativity is a reflection of God’s goodness. The beauty of a great piece of fine art is a…
Pablo Picasso was born on October 25, 1881 in a little town in Spain. He became one of the most renowned artists that ever lived, and this month we are celebrating his life with a Pablo Picasso Artist Study! It’s October 1, y’all! I cannot believe how quickly this year has passed! It will be Christmas before we know it! I’m so excited to be a part of…
Being out in nature is the essence of childhood. It is important to teach our children to appreciate God’s creation and enjoy the beauty around us. I have gathered up some great resources to teach your students about birds! I hope you enjoy this Burgess Bird Book Unit Study! One of my favorite things to do on a fall afternoon is to take a book…
I love a good mystery – Nancy Drew, the Hardy Boys, Encyclopedia Brown – you name it, I probably read it as a kid. So when I came across this book I was instantly hooked. I was browsing the books in my library’s Children’s section when I came across a book called The Stranger. It had an interesting cover illustration, and it was written by…
As we are heading toward a new season, help your kids to get excited about Autumn with these 15 great books to read for Fall! It’s fall, y’all! At least here on the East Coast of the US, there is starting to be a little nip in the air. I love fall… except for the inevitable winter that follows. Kinda not a fan of winter!…
I homeschool so that I can teach Biblical values to my children as we go throughout our days. When I rise up, and sit down, and when I’m walking by the way (Duet 6:5). It’s something that is important to me, and one of my favorite ways to incorporate Biblical values is by using biographies that build character. This post includes links from Amazon or other…
We’ve used a unusual substance to paint this Prodigal Son Pigpen Painting Craft! Use this adorable free printable in your homeschool or Sunday School to teach the Parable of the Prodigal Son. Prodigal Son Pigpen Painting Craft – With a Special Ingredient A few years ago, I was teaching the Parable of the Prodigal Son to my Children’s Church. As we got ready to do our…
There have been a few years of our homeschool journey that we haven’t had much room for extras. While I believe in investing in my children’s education, sometimes it’s a struggle to pay the bills, much less anything extra. While I have already bought our homeschool curriculum for the year, here’s what I would buy if I only had $100. I’m hoping my tips will encourage…
Do your kids groan when it’s time for history? Why not add some excitement to your studies with some great American Historical fiction books! This post includes links from Amazon or other affiliates. Thanks for helping support my family by purchasing through my links! See my disclosure here. History is one of my favorite subjects… to learn and to teach! I feel sad when I hear…