Last fall, I reviewed a copy of Building Thinking Skills Level 2 that I used with my older children. I was very excited when I also received Mathematical Reasoning Level B to try with my 1st grade son. This 264 page mathematics text for 1st grade … Bridges the gap between computation and mathematical reasoning…
Last fall, I reviewed a copy of Building Thinking Skills Level 2 that I used with my older children. I was very excited when I also received Mathematical Reasoning Level B to try with my 1st grade son. This 264 page mathematics text for 1st grade … Bridges the gap between computation and mathematical reasoning…
Before Christmas I reviewed 2 Noah’s Ark games I received from Alphabet Alley. In January, I received an adorable magnetic playset to review. Unfortunately, Alphabet Alley had to pull the magnet set from their product-line because of the new CPSIA standards. I admire their desire to make sure their products fully comply with the new…
Almost eleven years ago, I left my full time job to be a stay-at-home mom with my newborn son. It was a decision that was not taken lightly. My husband and I believed that the Lord wanted me to be home with our son and any more children that we might have in the future.…
If you aim at nothing, you will hit it. I remember first seeing that quote in high school. It really struck me and helped me to understand the importance of setting goals. But what good are goals without some sort of plan to accomplish those goals? Dare I say the dreaded word? schedules It’s amazing…
I first discovered lapbooking about 3 years ago. I wish I had discovered it sooner! My children have enjoyed adding lapbooking to their studies. We have completed several of our own design, in addition to several lapbooks designed by companies specializing in lapbooks. I have found that although there is some variation in the…
So what is a typical morning like at my house? (Or is there a typical morning?) This morning: 5:15 – Got up and dressed, noticed the dishwasher didn’t look clean so wrote a note to husband 5:30 – Left for the Y 5:45-6:30 – Worked out, then drove home 6:45 – Quick e-mail check, said…
One 2 Believe is a company that specializes in toys that are based on the stories of the Bible. The mission of the company is to help children to learn Bible lessons and come to faith in Christ. I have previously reviewed their nativity set and recently received the Tales of Glory Noah’s Ark set…
There’s a new blog carnival called the Homeschool History Buffs. The first issue is at The Tie The Binds Us. There are some great posts, so take a look and consider submitting next month. By Kristen H.
Here is my family on this past Monday, March 2. And now today. It was in the upper 70’s today. Yeah spring! By Kristen H.