If you have not seen Inchimals than you are in for a treat. I had my eye on Inchimals but hated to take the leap and purchase the set. Why? I have enough math manipulatives to fill a truck. However, I suspected these were a bit different so you can imagine how thrilled I was when I had the opportunity to review this item. What are Inchimals? Inchimals are 12 wooden blocks, each with a … [Read more...] about Learning Beginning Math Inch by Inch
Doodle Books for Creativity
Though I never did well in art in school, I like to encourage lots of different types of art activities with my children. I want them to feel like art has many different forms and it can be fun. Although we do artist studies, Artistic Pursuits, and lots of free art time, we also really enjoy doodle books. What is a doodle book? There are a variety of doodle book available. Each of my … [Read more...] about Doodle Books for Creativity
Master Writer Quotation Copybooks
I have fairly high standards for copywork. I like for it to be easy to use and cost effective. In addition, while I certainly care about their handwriting, I want my kids' writing practice to consist of more than drill. I want it to provide food for thought. Of course, I really like it when the copywork complements our studies. The Master Writer Quotation Copybooks by Westvon Publishing do … [Read more...] about Master Writer Quotation Copybooks
Grandpa’s Box
Grandpa's Box: Retelling the Biblical Story of Redemption by Starr Meade Looking for an overview of the Bible from Creation to Revelation in a fun read aloud? This book might be just what you're looking for! Grandpa loves to hang out with his grandchildren, Amy and Marc. He owns a trash-to-treasure shop where the children spend hours playing. One day, he decides to show the children his … [Read more...] about Grandpa’s Box
Answers in Genesis: History Revealed Curriculum Review
We have a new resource in our homeschool: Answers in Genesis' History Revealed. I am learning about spiritual revivals that occurred in the United States in the early 1800s. It is the Biblical basis of history that I now realize I never had in my schooling. I'm so thankful my children are learning HIS-story the first time around. Not only that, Diana Waring and her resources have them excited … [Read more...] about Answers in Genesis: History Revealed Curriculum Review
Seterra Geography Program
My kids can easily locate many countries, cities, and landforms on the map. Part of this is because we like atlases and we look places up when we read about them. The main reason, however, is that we like to play Seterra. Seterra is an addicting and highly educational geography program. What’s more, it is free. Here is how it works. You open the program and decide what area of the world … [Read more...] about Seterra Geography Program
Doyle and Fossey, Science Detective Series
As many moms out there can probably relate to, I have a son that's obsessed with SCIENCE!! Or maybe more accurately, I have a son that's obsessed with reading science books. He can fly through a book in a day and if I can't find him, I can almost count on the fact that he's off somewhere reading. I know, only a homeschool kid, right?? No, it's not just because he's homeschooled and I make him … [Read more...] about Doyle and Fossey, Science Detective Series
Lessons in Manners for Copywork
Copywork should be easy. It should be related to the history lesson or pulled from the read-aloud selection. It can come from art, music, or science. It can be a statement, a poem, or a definition. Copywork should be easy, but if I do not take the time to gather and organize the passages it becomes a tedious, time-consuming problem. Most of the time, I am on top of things well enough to avoid … [Read more...] about Lessons in Manners for Copywork
All About Spelling
Spelling is one subject I've never enjoyed teaching. (And my son has never enjoyed learning.) This is probably because I've never found a program that's the right fit for my son - multisensory, phonetical and builds upon precepts. As a result, he still struggles a bit with spelling in the 5th grade. During my summer planning, I came across the All About Spelling website and quickly became … [Read more...] about All About Spelling
Your Backyard Birding DVD
Have you ever wanted to identify the bird that likes to perch right outside your kitchen window? Or better yet, to be able to say, "here comes our cardinal, he's announcing his approach to the feeder," just by hearing his call? Our family's love of birds has developed over the years. We've enjoyed studying and watching birds as well as creating a bird habitat in our own backyard. The Bird Song … [Read more...] about Your Backyard Birding DVD
Ancient History-Based Writing Lessons from IEW
After trying many different writing programs, I am using a writing curriculum this year with my 4th and 6th grade sons that I KNOW I will continue using year after year. I am absolutely thrilled with the writing curriculum I purchased from the Institute for Excellence in Writing. More specifically, we are using Ancient History-Based Writing Lessons. Ancient History-Based Writing Lessons is one … [Read more...] about Ancient History-Based Writing Lessons from IEW
Expedition Earth: A Journey Through God’s World
We love unit studies and were thrilled to be able to begin a trip around the world with Expedition Earth: A Journey Through God’s World ($15.00 instant download) from Confessions of a Homeschooler. In the last few months my children and I have visited China, South Korea, and India. We’re headed to several countries in Africa next, and I have to say we’ve been having a wonderful trip from the … [Read more...] about Expedition Earth: A Journey Through God’s World