Today’s tutorial: DIY beeswax candles. The soft glow of a candle while I get breakfast going is an indulgence I enjoy, but don’t often do. Candles are notorious for giving me headaches and are known to put out harmful carcinogens. However, we’ve recently learned that beeswax candles are not only safe for use, but actually…
A gallon jar bursting with sprigs of cut flowers from the garden is the quintessential essence of summer for me. I love the way they add color to a room and bring a piece of the outdoors inside. With that being said, let me share a few of my go-to simple bouquet ideas using the…
Allowing kids to be apart of the gardening experience is the beginning of instilling a lifelong appreciation for nature. In this blog post, I’m going to share a variety of garden activities and jobs, that I’ve done with my kids, that are particularly suited to fit their abilities. From planting seeds to harvesting vegetables, these…
Looking to create a bright-colored garden full of flowers for your kids? If so, let me give you 10 of our favorite kid-friendly flowers that they are sure to enjoy. Our kids have been gardening along side me for years now, and each year these blooms still bring wonder and excitement. Let’s get started: Tips…
Are you taking the summer off but are wanting to come up with a simple summer homeschool schedule that adds some structure to your days while keeping the kids busy and having fun? We typically take the summer off from our regular homeschool routine. It’s a break I find that we all need, but that…
School is out and summer is here! Want to find some fun picture books that teach kids about summer? Or a few ideas of picture books with summer-themes? Look not further, today I’m sharing some of the best picture books about summer. We often take a summer break from our homeschool, but to keep the…
Looking for things to do with your kids this summer? Today I’m sharing list of 200 screen free summer activities that you can reference to keep your kids busy playing, learning, and having fun all season long. I love summer time. Being a homeschool mom, I find that I need the break just as much…
Ice cream in a bag has been our favorite science experiment recently. In fact, we’ve repeated it three times. (Just to make sure we got it right.)
I love busy books (also called quiet books). They are little books, filled with various hands on activities for little people. Most of the ones I’ve seen are made from fabric and sometimes include textiles like snaps, ribbons, and felt. Today I’m sharing a printable summer busy book.
Kids get the summer months to get their hands dirty, enjoy popsicles, and engage in some good, hard play. Why not take advantage of the sun and let them learn a few life skills as well?