Fall has just begun and it is such a beautiful sight to see. Even though we haven't been able to find acorns yet and the leaves are just starting to change colors I wanted to bring the new season inside. This is a quick and easy way to give the kids an area to use their senses and discover the early signs of Fall. A few fall books, pine cones, leaves, A few colorful glass apples, and several sticks of cinnamon. That is all it took for the children to want to explore. You can add in acorns, … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2013
Apple Week Activities
I'm feeling like apples galore lately in my house and all over the internet, and it's a great feeling. I love apples, I love fall and I love when you can mix learning with fun. So lets get to it. We have enjoyed Science, Sensory, Math, and Practical Life lessons all with different types of apples. Hopefully you haven't missed out on our Ten apples up on top activities, Edible toddler sensory play, and making the easiest and yummiest apple dip ever. If you … [Read more...]
Ten Apples up on Top for Kindergarten
I love this time of year. The leaves are starting to change, there is a crispness to the air, and the smell of apple cider is filling the house. Since it is September and the start of apple season bringing apples into our learning seemed like the perfect thing to do. Ten Apples up on Top seemed like a great book to start with. … [Read more...]
The Best Apple Dip Ever
To start off with, I am definitely NOT a food blogger. You won't see gorgeous granite counter tops, or amazing mouth watering pictures of 5 star restaurant meal here either. What you will get is an easy, amazing apple dip recipe that will keep everyone wanting to lick their fingers.Over the next few weeks I am doing a lot of apple activities with the kids and I knew they would love to add in their favorite apple dip. So here it is, even the little ones can help. All you need is a can of … [Read more...]
Apple Sensory Play for Toddlers
I think one of the cutest moments is when you see a baby or child experience something new that fascinates them. Those moments seem to happen often when I set up a Sensory activity. In our house sensory play can be fun, tasty, exciting, and of course messy, but I wouldn't have it any other way. When I'm thinking about Sensory play for a baby or Toddler I always think edible and safe. So for our Apple week, I thought what better than applesauce, apple slices, and a whole apple. Yum!! I … [Read more...]
Organizing a Free Artist Study for your Children
As a homeschooling mom living on one pretty small income, I am always looking for great deals. Those of you that have been around this blog for awhile might have already seen some of my posts on where I get most of my freebie packs for the kids schooling, If you haven't then stick around for awhile so you to can get tips and tricks on schooling children for very little.To start off I am a BIG fan of COAH otherwise known as Confessions of a Homeschooler. I really like the curriculum that she … [Read more...]
A Letter to my Daughter
I can't believe this day is here. It feels like yesterday when I was growing you inside of me. I would rub my belly and talk to you, tell you how much I loved you and how I would protect you. I knew you would be safe with four older brothers by your side. You are so lucky to have them, as they are to have you. I thank God everyday for adding you to our family. You are Gods gift to us, the most treasured gift anyone could ever have.I have a few things I would like to share with you, and I decided … [Read more...]
Solar System Unit Study Part 2
Super Solar System!!! We have been having a blast this month, creating, searching, using our imaginations, and working with our hands. Come along to see us journey through space. If you missed part 1, it's a great place to start. We had an amazing small world play, a super galactic snack, made our own constellations, and so much more. This is set-up #2 for our Solar System unit. If you missed out on part 1 go here to view it, you don't want to miss it. Doesn't this look sooooo cool. We … [Read more...]
