I’ve written before about how I’ve found it best to use William’s interests to spark learning, so I thought I’d share about the spur of the moment space unit we’ve begun, just in case any of you have kiddos who suddenly want to learn all about the universe. William is FINALLY off of his Titanic … Read more
This post contains affiliate links. Mark has a week off to start the new year, and I am so excited. In addition to lots of family time (including William’s godmother and my godson visiting from Georgia!), I’m excited to have the spare time to do a little more reading. I thought I’d share with you … Read more
Let’s do a super quick 7 quick takes today because my kiddos are requiring more active parenting today than expected. . . . So here’s our week in photos One Two Three Four Five Six Seven Hope everyone had as fun-filled a week as we did! I’m linking up with Kelly, so click on over … Read more
Yesterday I wrote about G’s homeschool year thus far, so today I thought I’d give you all a homeschool update on our sweet Will. William is only 3 1/2, so I’m going slow, not pushing him, and am trying to use his interests to spark learning (see my post on Iceberg Counting). Mostly, we read … Read more
It’s hard to believe that it’s already almost the end of the calendar year. We’re getting ready to pause our homeschooling for the holidays, so I’m taking a little time to assess what worked and what didn’t so that we can tweak what we need to for the New Year. So here’s our homeschool update … Read more
That you can still receive in time for Christmas . . . This post contains affiliate links. Read the full disclosure on my About page. If you’re anything like me, you’ve absolutely had years where you’ve waited till the last minute to buy Christmas gifts (or to give grandparents lists for your kids). And while … Read more
Last year G’s therapist suggested that we try a sensory diet with her. A sensory diet is something often used in occupational therapy, a series of activities designed to give a child’s body the input it needs. You could also call it a self-regulation chart. For G, who has ADHD, her sensory diet is designed … Read more
This post contains affiliate links. Read the full disclosure on my about page. The feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe is very dear to my heart. Once upon a time, when I was a missionary with Life Teen, I was blessed to be in Mexico on December 12th. It was truly an incredible experience. There … Read more
If you live in Metro Detroit, you’ve probably heard of The Henry Ford Museum. It’s part of our membership to Greenfield Village, but this was our first time venturing inside. And it was incredible. Huge. Detailed. Full of things that made everyone’s jaws drop. So for today’s 7 Quick Takes, here are the 7 things … Read more
My kids love crafts, and I love when I can find one that works several skills at once. This preschool Christmas tree craft is just such a project! It’s a multi-step process, so it builds concentration and patience. The cutting step gives their hand muscles a work out and improves their fine motor skills. The … Read more