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Reading Challenge Charts

May302013

Each year our kids look forward to a summer reading challenge. We try to keep it fairly simple, but it is so much fun to put together some simple treats and surprises for the kids that they ‘earn’ as they reach different reading goals as they work through their reading challenge charts. The older kids get ‘credit’ for reading to their siblings, and we modify rewards based on their ages and … [Continue reading...]

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Some Fun Ideas to Bookmark ~ PreK and Kindergarten Community

May242013

Last week there were some FUN ideas linked up to the Preschool and Kindergarten Community – definitely ones that you all need to bookmark and try with your kids. A few would be great for the summer or to stay cool indoors if the heat gets too crazy in the upcoming months. Teach Beside Me made some plaster puzzle blocks with toy animals, plaster of Paris, and baby food containers. Definitely a … [Continue reading...]

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Save 30% on What’s in the Bible

May222013

This Memorial Day weekend, What’s in the Bible is offering everyone a 30% off coupon code on orders over $30 – and as a bonus, free shipping and handling. We l.o.v.e. all of their videos! Now is a great time to grab any videos that you may be missing from the What’s in the Bible? collection. If you are just now learning about them, you can also pick up the entire collection. Use the coupon … [Continue reading...]

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How to Homeschool on a Limited Budget

May212013

The following is a guest post from Jamerrill, author of Free Homeschool Deals. Jamerrill is frugal homeschooling mom and is passionate about sharing deals and helping other families save money while homeschooling. How to homeschool with a limited budget is a question that I receive often. Homeschool moms are always looking for ways to cut costs and stretch resources. The year that my … [Continue reading...]

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Mark Your Calendars for the 2013 Spring Curriculum Clean-Out!

May202013

  The emails have been coming in asking when the next Curriculum Clean-Out will be, so pull out your calendars, start looking at your bookshelves, and get ready for the 2013 Spring Curriculum Clean Out!! My giveaway pile is growing and I can’t wait to share with you all! From June 3rd until June 8th, 2013 I’ll be hosting a curriculum ‘giveaway’ of sorts here. Everyone loves to win things … [Continue reading...]

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A Week of Family Fun – PreK and Kindergarten Community

May162013

Being offline this past week has been very nice. It’s been non-stop for the most part and there are some exhausted kiddos {and adults}, but everyone is having lots of fun. A highlight of our little boy’s week? A first time visit to a full-fledged LEGO store. Being able to play with LEGO bricks and race cars with others was so much fun! There was also the whole Star Wars attraction that made … [Continue reading...]

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