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A Time to Give Thanks for the Many Things That Homeschool Offers

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Thankful for Homeschool

  There are so many things to be thankful for, not only this Thanksgiving season, but always!  Thanksgiving, however, reminds me to actually stop and say thank you for all the little things. I’m thankful for my Jesus, my family, my friends, and also the opportunity to homeschool.  It's a time to give thanks for the many things that … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Curriculum, Family Life, Family Time, Fun and Field Trips, Homeschool, Logistics

The Tantalizing, Terrible Truth About TV

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The Tantalizing, Terrible Truth About TV

The first reality TV show I ever remember flipping by was Temptation Island.  The name says it all.  A group of men and women were stranded on a tropical island together, with the ultimate goal of tempting each other away from their significant others.  It was like watching a train wreck--I just couldn’t look away.  Did people really do this kind … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Curriculum, Family Life, Family Time, Fun and Field Trips, Homeschool Tagged With: Curriculum, Family, Homeschool, Printables, Reviews

Amazing Homeschool Resources from Psycho With 6

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Amazing Homeschool Resources from Psycho With 6

I just love that name, don’t you?  Psycho With 6?  I think we can all say that we feel a bit “psycho” at times!   The name Psycho With 6, however, refers to Dr. Melanie Wilson, a homeschool psychologist turned homeschooling mother of 6.  (That could make anyone a little bit psycho at first, don’t you think?!)  You can check out her blog, Psycho … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Curriculum, Fun and Field Trips, Homeschool, Kid Books and Resources Tagged With: Curriculum, Homeschool, Organization, Reviews

Debunking the Myths about Boxed Curriculum

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What is Boxed Curriculum? Homeschooling can be a daunting task--especially when you don’t know where to begin.  Boxed curriculum is a great place to start for those who feel overwhelmed.  It is just what you might expect--curriculum in a box!  Boxed curriculum is typically thought to be almost everything you need for a school year.  You might need … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Curriculum, Family Life, Fun and Field Trips, Homeschool, Prayer Tagged With: Curriculum, Homeschool, Peace, Prayer

6 Really Easy Ways to Make God Part of Your Fun Days

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6 Really Fun Ways to Make God Part of Your Fund Days: All days should include God, even your busy and fun ones!

Sometimes you just want to have fun.  God wants to be there in those moments too!  Here are 6 really easy ways to make God part of your fun days... Today I had the privilege of guest posting for my friend, Tori. You may remember her Picnic Parade post about Ladybug Girl at the Beach.  (This year's Picnic Parade was all about easy ways to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Family Life, Family Time, Family Worship, Fun, Fun and Field Trips Tagged With: America, Bible Adventures, Family, Family Bible Study, Memorization, Picnic Parade, Summer, Worship

Join the Picnic Parade: Ladybug Girl at the Beach

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ladybug girl at the beach

I'm a little sad that this is our last Picnic Parade for this year.  Did you have as much fun as we did?!  If you are visiting us for the first time today, make sure to check out our other Picnic Parades.  I'm sure there will be more in the future!   Last, but not least, here is Tori with her Beach Themed Picnic at Home with Ladybug Girl at the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Book Brigade, Family Life, Family Time, Fun, Fun and Field Trips, Homeschool, Kid Books and Resources, Picnic Parade

Join in the Picnic Parade: Picnic with a Purpose

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Who Was Mother Theresa?

We have enjoyed lots of fun picnics, and this one is no exception.  The difference is that this picnic was not just fun, but it was also a picnic with a purpose.  We mixed great reading and themed food with helping others. The Book For today’s picnic, we read Who Was Mother Teresa?  It's the perfect book for a picnic with a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family Time, Fun, Fun and Field Trips, Homeschool, Kid Books and Resources, Picnic Parade, Service Tagged With: Book Brigade, Homeschool, Picnic Parade, Reviews, Service, Spring, Summer

Join the Picnic Parade: The Sign Painter’s Dream

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Sign Painter's Dream

Welcome back to the Picnic Parade!  While today's book may be a bit hard to buy, we were easily able to find a copy at our library.  Used copies are available for purchase.  There is also a Reading Rainbow Episode (Season 10, Episode 17) of A Sign Painter's Dream that you buy for only a couple of dollars.  This story is just too good to pass up! … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Family Time, Fun, Fun and Field Trips, Homeschool, Kid Books and Resources, Picnic Parade Tagged With: America, Book Brigade, Curriculum, Family Bible Study, Homeschool, Picnic Parade, Reviews, Service, Spring, Summer

Join the Picnic Parade: Picnic with the Dinosaurs

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dinosaur picnic

I hope you are enjoying our Picnic Parade! Every child goes through a phase in life when they are fascinated by dinosaurs.  Regardless of age, there is always something new to learn about the unfamiliar world of dinosaurs.  Join us on today’s picnic as we explore the world of dinosaurs! Location, Location, Location We decided that the best place … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Book Brigade, Curriculum, Devotionals, Family Time, Fun, Fun and Field Trips, Homeschool, Kid Books and Resources, Picnic Parade Tagged With: Curriculum, Family, Family Bible Study, Homeschool, Picnic Parade, Reviews, Spring, Summer

Join the Picnic Parade: Imagination Station’s “Light in the Lion’s Den”

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Picnic Parade: Imagination Station

Welcome to the Picnic Parade!  It’s that time of year again, when everyone is either out of school and trying to keep kids reading, or they are trying to make the end of school fun.  Enter the Picnic Parade!  We are here to help you have fun and engage with some great literature.  Over the next two weeks, you will be taken on a tour of great books … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Book Brigade, Devotionals, Family Life, Family Time, Family Worship, Fun, Fun and Field Trips, Homeschool, Kid Books and Resources, Picnic Parade Tagged With: Book Brigade, Family, Homeschool, Picnic Parade, Reviews, Summer

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Hello! I'm Tara. My kids and I spend a lot of time in our van (and elsewhere) singing, playing , and praying. Join us as we navigate through the winding roads of life, enjoy the journey, and arrive at a place where we love Jesus with all our hearts. Read More
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