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Logitech’s Crayon and Combo Touch will Transform Your Homeschooling

February 11, 2021February 10, 2021Sophie Brown2

In January, homeschooling restarted here and ever since, the Logitech Combo Touch and Crayon have made our lives infinitely easier.

Relentless Adventures in Mom School

April 14, 2020April 13, 2020Sarah Pinault

March came in like a lamb and out like a lion, week five at pseudo homeschool looks set to be more like a Manticore. As school districts around the country say, “See you this fall,” we come together, even as we fall apart together.

Is Spielgaben Worth the Splurge?

May 2, 2017December 15, 2017Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley

Spielgaben set is a beautifully designed educational set that offers countless learning opportunities for your children… but is it worth the splurge?

Have a Blast This Spring With ‘100 Backyard Activities’

March 31, 2017December 15, 2017Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley

Delight your children and encourage an early love of nature and science with this brand-new book, ‘100 Backyard Activities’ by Colleen Kessler.

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Spark an Interest in Spanish With Books

February 15, 2017December 15, 2017Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley

Spark an interest in Spanish with books! Ignite an interest in languages with the book ‘Hola! Let’s Learn Spanish’ by Judy Martialay.

Homeschooling High School with College in Mind

January 16, 2017December 11, 2017Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley5

If you are considering homeschooling through high school, check out the book ‘Homeschooling High School with College in Mind.’

Flash Academy: Does the Latest Language-Learning System Measure Up?

November 12, 2016December 9, 2017Sophie Brown4

The team behind Flash Academy offered us a three-month premium subscription, so I decided to spend some time improving my French.

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‘Unbored Treasure Hunt’ Sparks Imagination and Creativity

October 21, 2016December 15, 2017Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley

We are a game loving family and we cannot resist a new find. Today I’m going to tell you about a new favorite game in our closet: ‘Unbored Treasure Hunt.’

Make Bath Time Educational with Tub STEM

October 11, 2016December 9, 2017Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley

I do not think you need to spend much money to have some STEM fun. My children have enjoyed STEM challenges using cardboard boxes and broken pool toys. They have built forts and fairy houses. And one time I make a tinker kit for only $5.

That said, I spent a little money on our Tub STEM and the learning and peace has been priceless.

10 Ways to Make Talk Like a Pirate Day Fun…and Educational!

September 19, 2016December 16, 2017Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley

September 19th is a favorite day for the buccaneers out there: International Talk Like A Pirate Day! Kids love pirates, and with good reason. They get to dress up, speak differently, and attack enemies… but did you know you can take an educational spin on Talk Like a Pirate Day?

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Fostering a Love of Science in the Early Years

September 13, 2016December 15, 2017Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley4

Early science education should be far more hands-on and fun. It’s important to foster a love of science in the early years.

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Games in Your Homeschool: Learning Through Play

September 6, 2016December 15, 2017Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley7

Among the biggest of homeschooling perks in my world is the fact that our family is able to play games frequently. We don’t have to try to squeeze in a family game night on an already jam-packed weekend, but rather we can play daily and sometimes multiple times daily if we desire.

Poetry Doesn’t Have to Be Scary… And Here’s Why

August 28, 2016December 15, 2017Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley

When I was a little girl, I loved poetry. Somewhere along the path to adulthood, I became disconnected from poetry… until I had children. And now, as an unexpected homeschooler, I find myself appreciating poetry in a way I hadn’t before. Thanks to the Brave Writer curriculum we love, we make space for poetry every week! Today, I’m sharing our family’s favorite titles and a few tips for adding poetry to your homeschool routine!

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Ignite an Interest in STEM With Groovy Lab in a Box

August 8, 2016December 15, 2017Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley

With all the monthly box subscriptions available on the market these days it can be tough to choose. As an educator mom and unexpected homeschooler, we have tried a number of monthly subscription kits over the years. Some are fantastic and some are anything but… and then there is ‘Groovy Lab in a Box’, which is amazing.

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Allow for Natural Writing Development With Brave Writer

August 1, 2016December 15, 2017Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley2

The Brave Writer lifestyle is not only fun and easy to incorporate into your family’s routine but it also results in oodles of fun family experiences and memories that are sure to last a lifetime.

Stealth Summer Learning

July 17, 2016December 15, 2017Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley

I am a big fan of stealth learning. When children are engaged in fun, hands-on activities, they are often unaware that they are practicing important skills. So much learning can happen through fantastic books, play, and games!

Self Care Vs Lazy Parent

June 30, 2016December 8, 2017Rebecca Angel2

Daily self care seems like being a lazy parent, but at what point is a break absolutely necessary? Do we have to wait until it’s doctor’s orders?

Practice Math Through Play

May 11, 2016December 15, 2017Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley

I have one of those kids who understands higher-order math concepts but stumbles over the rote memorization piece of it. He makes careless errors because he’s always flying at full speed, and he hates back-tracking to remedy the situation. We are homeschoolers and, initially, this tendency resulted in heaps of power struggles. And tears. I want my children to love math, and to see the value in it. I want them to grow into adults who feel confident in math. How can we practice those skills without the never-ending battles? Is it possible to make it fun?

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‘Circuit Maze’: An Electric Current Logic Game

April 24, 2016December 15, 2017Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley

I don’t know about you guys, but I love ThinkFun’s one-player logic games. My children never tire of ‘Laser Maze’ and ‘Gravity Maze’… and my husband and I love to play, too!

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7 Music-Themed Books Children Will Love

April 22, 2016December 15, 2017Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley

There are countless benefits to music education, and you do not need to have a grand piano in your living room or weekly guitar lessons in order to incorporate music education into your home routine! Here are seven fantastic music-themed books for your family library.