I love the crispness of fall here in the midwest. Do you get seasonal changes in your neck of the woods this time of the year? It’s really my favorite time — not too hot, not too cold, mild weather and temps and we get the parks and museums all to ourselves. After a day […]
Wiggling Snakes Science Experiment
Little kids love exploring and discovering. That is why hands on science is so much fun for preschool and elementary-aged kids. At this stage, discovering how things react is a big part of science. In this wiggling snakes science experiment, kids learn about how vinegar and baking soda react to make carbon dioxide gas in […]
Learning Strategies for Reluctant Gifted Kiddos
It’s Monday morning and the week is already going sideways. The oldest has told me that he absolutely cannot do the work that we’ve chosen (together) for him, and the next oldest is avoiding her math like the plague. The twice-exceptional struggling reader is melting down because, well, books, and the four year old is […]
Blow Up a Balloon in a Bottle Science Experiment
This fun science experiment is simple to set up, and seems just like magic! In fact, you can easily turn the blow up a balloon in a bottle science experiment into a magic trick if you don’t show your kids how the experiment is done. Kids will love repeating this experiment over and over. It’s […]
Oil and Water Wave Bottle Science
Kids are fascinated by movement and color. Combine these two loves in this simple science experiment, perfect for preschoolers! In this experiment, kids will learn about how water and oil molecules have different properties and what happens when you try to mix them in a wave bottle. How to Make an Oil and Water Wave Bottle […]
Parachute Engineering Challenge
Teaching physics can involve a lot of math, but there are fun ways to teach it as well. The parachute engineering challenge combines the study of physics with engineering in a fun STEM project that kids of all ages will enjoy. The older the children, the more you can talk about the math involved. However, […]
Minecraft Challenge Calendar | Free September Download
School is probably in full swing for you now, whether you send your kids to a public, private, or parochial school or you homeschool like we do. Are you looking for some extra educational fun to add to your kiddos’ day? The September Minecraft Challenge Calendar is here. Simply click to download and you’ll be […]
Leak Proof Bag: Quick Science Experiment for Kids
When my kids are bored, we usually try a new science activity. In this case, we had a few minutes to kill and decided to try one of our favorite experiments, the leak proof bag science experiment. This science experiment demonstrates how polymer chains work, and it looks just like magic to little ones. […]
Atypical | A Differently Wired Family on the Small Screen
I remember the day a friend asked if we could talk. It seemed, she said, that some of the other adults at our gatherings were uncomfortable with the way my son behaved. He was charming, wise beyond his years, and so mature and articulate. Most of the time. But, other times he was argumentative, rude […]
Save Your Homeschool Budget | The Homeschool Printing Company
When you have gifted kids that fly through curriculum, mastering things in the span of a short exposure to new concepts, you learn quickly that homeschooling has the potential to become expensive. While most people you ask will tell you that homeschooling can be as expensive or cheap as you want it to be, they’re […]
Books to Help Kids Learn About Autism
Understanding autism is the key to both helping your own kiddos show compassion towards friends on the spectrum and to growing as parents and friends ourselves. When I need to tackle tough topics with my kids, I turn to books. Here’s a great list of books I’ve found to help kids learn about autism. […]
Milk Plastic Robots: Science for Kids
Did you know there is more than one way to make plastic? One fun way to make plastic uses just two ingredients: milk and vinegar. When vinegar is added to milk, curds are formed, which creates polymer chains in the casein proteins in milk. When this hardens, it looks and feels just like plastic! […]
Easy Online Learning for Struggling Twice Exceptional Kids
Sometimes the things we think will be easy for our kids just… aren’t. And twice-exceptional kiddos? Forget about it. They’ll side-swipe you each time you thnk they’re finally getting something because they’re so amazing at other things. Take my 8yo. She’s imaginative, creative, and so sweet and persistent that you’d do anything for her, and […]
Cornstarch Quicksand Science
There is something satisfying about sticky, gooey quicksand. This cornstarch quicksand version is even more fun with the addition of real sand to the mix. The gritty, yet slippery texture will appeal to kids who like getting messy when they learn. Making quicksand is a fun way to teach kids about Non-Newtonian fluids. Sinking Quicksand: […]
Outdoor Sun Prints: Summer Science for Kids
If your kids balk at the idea of putting sunscreen on AGAIN, it might be time for a little sun prints science. In this experiment, children will see how UV rays break down the chemicals that make up colors and reveal the hidden shapes below. This project is best when completed on a day of […]
Great Books To Read With Your Kids in August
Oh summer! How I love you. Warm weather, swimming pools, BBQs, juicy slices of watermelons, and of course, we cannot forget our beloved list of summer books to devour. These great books to read with your kids in August resemble the last bits of summer, as fall is just around the corner. Get outside, play […]
Great Books to Read with Your Kids in September
September brings back to school, or homeschool routines, the beginning of harvest, and some other fun days. I’m sure you would love to incorporate into reading time. One of my favorite days this month is September 6th. Go ahead and take a guess, but you only get one… It just so happens to be Read […]
Minecraft Challenge Calendar | Free August Download
Are you ready to start school? Need something for your kiddos to look forward to at the end of a long day of classes, co-ops, or homeschooling? Use this free Minecraft Challenge Calendar as a carrot to dangle in front of your techy kids to get them through the tough stuff and onto the fun. […]
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