Parenting is great, and I love being a mom, but sometimes we all just need some fun mom time. And, because I’m a bit of a geek, I love, love, love it when my mom time includes a conference or a class where I can have fun with friends and learn new things. Last…
For this homeschool mama, finding time to fit art appreciation into a jam-packed day has been a challenge. I will be the first to admit that I do not have it all together. Daily life with wiggly kids challenges me often, so I was really excited to learn of Dover Publications new 4-book series, Spot…
When children are encouraged to think creatively with recyclables, they think mathematically and scientifically, as well. Kids use the scientific method as they explore the materials to find new uses for them. They employ fine and gross motor planning, problem solving, and communication skills when they explain their creations to others. Observe these skills in…
The pretend play of childhood is often just considered valueless fun. The truth is, though, the ability to turn an ordinary bedroom into a princess’s private quarters or a soldier’s bunker takes critical thinking, problem solving, coordination, cooperation, and a great deal of flexibility in thinking. Imagination and creativity matter. Imaginative play offers many…
I have tried to be more intentional about adding art into our homeschool through crafts and new {to us} mediums because Molly loves any kind of hands-on creativity. Unfortunately, it’s sometimes been an uphill battle as Trevor is more into discovery-based learning through hands-on experiments. He claims he doesn’t like art. Meeting both these needs,…
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