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10 Fun Fall Book Crafts for Kids

Sara — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:48:41 +0000

Bring favorite fall stories to life with these fun and creative fall book crafts inspired by beloved autumn books. These easy projects give kids a chance to create something special while connecting with the stories they love. They are perfect for preschool and elementary-aged children at home, in your homeschool, the classroom, or during a...

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Feeding A Growing Mind: How Nutrition Supports Brain Development

Sara — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 01:07:19 +0000

A child’s brain changes rapidly throughout childhood and adolescence. New neural connections form as children learn, practice skills, solve problems, and interact with others. Nutrition supplies the energy and nutrients required to support that development. The Brain Needs a Reliable Energy Supply Although the brain represents a relatively small portion of body weight, it requires...

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The Family Vehicle Test: Choosing A Ride That Can Keep Up

Sara — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:01:35 +0000

For homeschooling families, a vehicle often serves as more than transportation between home and the grocery store. It may carry children to co-op classes, sports practices, museums, library programs, field trips, and road trips. A vehicle that works for a family today can become cramped surprisingly quickly as children grow and schedules change. Think Beyond...

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Fun Fall Bucket List of Family Activities with Free Printable List

Sara — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 04:47:00 +0000

What is a fall bucket list? A list of things you want to do with your kids this fall while enjoying the season! You’ll find fun ideas below, plus a FREE printable list of fall family activities that you can take with you on your adventures! Fall is my very favorite time of the year...

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Best Online Math Programs for Homeschoolers in 2026

Sara — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:24:32 +0000

Quick Answer The best online math programs for homeschoolers in 2026, depending on what your child needs: Comparison Table Program Best For Format Grade Range Starting Price CodeYoung Live 1:1 tutoring Live online, 1-on-1 K-12 $22/class (K-2) Beast Academy Online Gifted/advanced learners Self-paced, interactive Ages 6-13 $16/month CTC Math Independent learners Self-paced video + auto-grading...

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How Families Can Use Bible Lessons to Build Stronger Faith Among Children

Sara — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 00:08:15 +0000

What if the strongest thing you could give your child wasn’t a lesson at all, but a habit? Faith rarelytakes root through a single powerful moment. It grows slowly, through small, repeated conversationsthat happen around dinner tables and car rides, long after the initial excitement of a Sunday sermonhas faded. According to research from Christian...

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7 Essential Homeschool Supplies

Sara — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 06:05:20 +0000

Essential homeschool supplies can vary from one family to another, but there are a few staples that almost every homeschooling family uses and needs. I’ve made a list of our favorites, why they’re our favorites, and how we use them. I hope this will help you stock your own homeschool supply closet! If you’re a...

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5 Gentle Ways to Ease Back Into Homeschooling This Fall

Sara — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:09:09 +0000

There’s a particular kind of pressure that creeps in this time of year. Maybe it’s the school supply displays at the store, or the curriculum boxes piling up by the door, or just that nagging feeling that everyone else has already started their “real” school year and you’re somehow behind. Friend, take a breath. You...

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How to Resize or Update Engagement Rings After Having Kids

Sara — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:01:11 +0000

A ring that fit perfectly on your wedding day doesn’t always fit the same way years later,especially after pregnancy, weight changes, or simply the natural shifts that come with time.Rather than tucking a snug or loose ring away in a drawer, most jewelers can resize or update thepiece so it fits and feels right again....

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Why This Pen-and-Paper Planner Mom Actually Loves Homeschool Planet

Sara — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:33:41 +0000

If you know me at all, you know I’m a paper planner girl. I love the feel of writing things down, checking off a to-do list with my favorite pen, and flipping through the pages of a planner that’s been with me all year. I’ve tried digital planners before, but they never really clicked for...

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