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Explore Apologia’s Zoology 2: A Deep Dive into Aquatic Creatures
This post contains affiliate links. Have you ever heard of the Green Giant? No, not the Green Giant brand stocked on the shelves at grocery stores, “Ho, ho, ho, Green Giant.” Rather, have you ever heard of the green sea turtle? It grows up to four feet long and can weigh a hefty 500 pounds…
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Truths for the Homeschool Mom
Another year. Another year for growth. Another year for pruning. Another year of walking with my Lord as He teaches, guides, and encourages. As I hold my Savior’s hand and seek His strength for this homeschool year, I am reminding myself of four truths… Be in a Posture of Rejoicing, Prayer, and Thankfulness 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18…
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A Crustaceous Crab Study for Kids
Check out this creative and engaging multi-sensory crab study. I share all the wonderful and simple resources we used to make learning memorable for all ages. Remember to download a free Crab Notebook, found at the end of this post! On one of our family vacations, we stood on the beach, watching the vast ocean…
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In Which A Blue Jay’s Study Begins…
Blue Jay Eating acorns Perching on an old limb Garments mimicking the blue sky Songbird Dear Grandma Squirrel, Whispers of fall resonate through the woodland. Gentle breezes scatter the newly fallen leaves across the soft meadow. Yellow, red, and golden hues color the mountainside as I watch the magnificent sunset. I have noticed my fur…
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When My Heart Is Overwhelmed….
As a weary traveler gazes upon heartfelt verses that reveal the emotions of a heavy heart, she doesn’t feel alone…. She undeniably gains an understanding of her High Priest “who sympathizes with her weaknesses” (Hebrews 4:15). With discernment, she knows He sees her lamenting heart full of worries and fears. And she understands, she can…
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In Which An Apple Study Begins…
Autumn Fires In the other gardens And all up the vale, From the autumn bonfires See the smoke trail! Pleasant summer over And all the summer flowers, The red fire blazes, The grey smoke towers. Sing a song of seasons! Something bright in all! Flowers in the summer, Fires in the fall! By: Robert Louis…
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At A Snail’s Pace…
“‘Remember, lad,’ said the newt, ‘if it’s going to be tomorrow, it might as well be today. And if it is today, it could have been yesterday. If it was yesterday, then you’re over and done with it, and can write your own book. Think about that.’” “Avon thought about it for a long moment,…
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How a Simple Children’s Story and Spelling U See Helped My Son With Learning Differences
Homeschooling a child with special needs is not always easy. There are times when it can be quite challenging. I have thought about giving up more times than I can recall. I have felt alone. I have cried many, many tears. I have prayed over and over again. And I still pray, everyday. moment. by.…
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The Benefits of Incorporating Chalk Pastel Art into our Homeschool
Chalk Pastel Art not only brings the beauty of fine painting, it also weaves together a wide array of rich learning, unfolding awe-inspiring masterpieces for my son to lay hold of. How fun is it to paint exploding, colorful, rumbling volcanoes with hot lava running down the sides of the mountain?! What about taking our…