Homeschooling: How do you know if you are covering enough?

Homeschooling parents, do you wonder if you are covering everything that your child needs to learn? Do you worry about not doing enough? I know… Read More

DIY Pattern Building Blocks: An Awesome STEM Activity for Kids!

These simple pattern blocks are easy to make, and they have been a huge hit with my kids! There are so many ways to learn… Read More

Build Some LEGO Nerf Targets!

Build Nerf targets out of LEGO® bricks! This awesome building challenge combines two of our favorite things. I love thinking of Nerf target games for… Read More

Make a Ping Pong Ball Launcher!

Shoot ping pong balls through the air with this fun (and simple!) homemade toy. You probably have everything on hand to make one, and it’s… Read More

Learn the Alphabet Bingo Game

Here’s another fun alphabet activity for kids – alphabet bingo! This game is simple to make with materials you have on hand, and my preschooler… Read More

Turn a Cardboard Box into an Epic Marble Run

Use cardboard, craft sticks, and hot glue to create an epic marble run! The marbles land in paper cups at the bottom of the track. Read More

How to Make Squishy Sand Play Dough

Mix up some squishy homemade sand play dough for beach pretend play! This play dough is so easy to make, and it keeps well in… Read More

Science for Kids: Make Old Pennies Shiny Again!

Here’s a simple chemistry project for kids to explore – make old pennies shiny and clean again with salt and vinegar! Why do pennies look… Read More

Our Summer Learning Motivation Plan

This year, we are home schooling through the summer. I hadn’t planned to, and I had even announced to the boys that we would be… Read More

Four Simple Alphabet Games that Preschoolers will Love

These alphabet learning activities require very little preparation, and my preschoolers loved them! For each of these games, we used a alphabet chart that I… Read More