simple teaching tools for busy moms
Grab a book and serve up some yummy hot chocolate with marshmallows before you snuggle in to read a story with your kiddos. This would be fun to do on a chilly day or right after the kids come in from playing outside in the snow. Make use of a "hot chocolate" theme and read a book about the history of chocolate together. Or read a book where the characters enjoy a cup of hot chocolate and ask ... Read More about Hot Chocolate Picture Books ~ 10 books with a touch of chocolate
Make writing practice fun with a DIY simple-to-make scented writing salt tray. If you love all the good smells then you are going to love this wonderfully scented tool to help your child learn. Using sensory trays is such a fun way to practice writing. They are a wonderful way for preschoolers and kindergartens to practice writing their letters (and numbers). It allows kids to engage ... Read More about Peppermint Cupcake Scented Salt Tray
Did you ever buy something that got a ton of 5-star reviews on Amazon just to receive it and wonder what in the world people were thinking? That’s how I felt several years ago about a book that promised to teach my child read. I remember paging through that thing and thinking it looked like such a boring way for kids to learn how to read. I tried it out anyways and my thoughts were quickly ... Read More about The Best Reading Program for Teaching Your Child to Read
Teaching your child to read will be one of the most rewarding experiences you'll ever have. Ok, so maybe that's not true for everyone. But I can say from my own experience that this statement is absolutely true! The transformation that happens in your child as they go from not even knowing their letters to reading full sentences is amazing and thrilling! Certainly it doesn't happen ... Read More about You Can Teach Your Child to Read – Benefits, Tips & Resources
Are you beginning your homeschool journey and wondering, "What is the best homeschool curriculum out there?" That was one of my first questions when I first started out. I'd scour the internet in search of wisdom from seasoned homeschoolers. With all the homeschool resources out there I wanted to pick just the right one. Since you are reading this, I'm guessing you are looking for that same ... Read More about The Best Homeschool Curriculum: Our Top 5 Choices
