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...
My kids love crafting with recycled materials, so I was thrilled to have the chance to participate in the #WhereFunBegins campaign compensated by #CollectiveBias, Inc. and its advertiser. All projects, crafts, opinions, and cute little helpers are mine alone. If...
I love working with salt dough. It’s quick and inexpensive to make, and is versatile. On top of that, salt dough is a great sensory play item for your kids – whether they have a plan in mind for the craft, or just want to twist, pull, and mold the dough. Salt dough is...
We are on the go a lot – a homeschooling family that visits amusement parks, museums, off-the-beaten-path destinations. Exploring, and learning along the way, is a way of life for us. But it’s hard to be in crowded places with our four children. Two of them struggle...
Getting kids outside and in the fresh air is so important throughout the year. It can be hard in the winter, but once spring hits, there are no more excuses. Get those kiddos {and yourself } outside with these fun and imaginative outdoor play spaces. Whatever you do,...
Since our thoughts are consumed with Saint Patrick and all the fun his feast day brings around this Irish Catholic home in March, we made a sparkly golden dough. And then added a stress-busting twist. We’ve been pretty busy around here lately, and stress...
Hi! I’m Colleen, gifted specialist, educational consultant, author, speaker, and homeschool mom of four gifted/twice-exceptional kids.
Grab a cup of coffee, some of that chocolate you’re hiding from the kids, and join me as I learn, experiment, and explore with my kiddos — and hopefully inspire you a little in your journey alongside smart, quirky, creative kids, too!