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Appreciating the Seasons

Appreciating the Seasons

Your kids may be reluctant to jump back into a school year after having three months off, but that does not mean they still can’t eek a little more appreciation out of the seasons! As summer is winding down and you look toward the fall with your kids, take some time...

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Rethinking the Thanksgiving Feast

Rethinking the Thanksgiving Feast

Do the upcoming festivities leave you a little wilted? Are you wondering how you’re going to get everything cooked, cleaned, and done in time to host a house full of family? This year, it may be time to take a step back and make the holidays a little less extravagant...

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Last Minute Outdoor Activities

Last Minute Outdoor Activities

As the cooler weather slowly creeps in and the homework starts to pile up, your kids may be wishing for summer vacation already in September! But just because they are back to school and the leaves are turning, does not mean you cannot sneak a little bit of fun before...

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Assessing Your Children’s Comprehension

Assessing Your Children’s Comprehension

It can be difficult sometimes gauging how your children are doing in school. They can get good grades and seem to be paying attention in classes, but are they retaining the information they are being taught? It can be easy enough to get distracted or simply learn the...

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Improving Your Child’s Speech

Improving Your Child’s Speech

It can be hard as parents when your child starts struggling, whether it is with something academically or physically. If you are noticing some problems or learning curves with your child’s speech, it can be beneficial to make sure they are physically alright before...

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Easy Halloween Crafts for Kids

Easy Halloween Crafts for Kids

Are your younger children already itching to make some spooky decorations and crafts? There are plenty of crafts and projects that require little to no prep time, and few necessities to get going! So no matter what time of day, you will be prepared to get the spooky...

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Reflective Reading for Your Children

Reflective Reading for Your Children

Your kid may love to read, but do you know if they are comprehending the material enough? As your child grows up, a big part of learning and schoolwork is being able to reflect on the material read, and to then gain a firmer and deeper grasp on the material. To ensure...

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Journaling for Teens

Journaling for Teens

In such a digital age, it can be easy for kids to lose sight of the power of the written word. Even reading from a traditional book is falling by the wayside with younger generations. But there is something to be said about writing down your thoughts, as well as a...

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Healthy Habits for Your Kids

Healthy Habits for Your Kids

In today’s busy world, it can seem almost impossible having everyone gathered at home for one home-cooked meal a week. Between school and sports, work, meetings, and all the chores and errands in your family’s schedule, the last thing you may feel like doing is...

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Nature Photography with your Kids

Nature Photography with your Kids

There are harder finds of true beauty than the natural world around us – sure, AI is coming up with some pretty spectacular images, but seeing a sunset or sunrise in person can be awe inspiring! Don’t forget to include your kids in some of the best and easiest...

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Solar System Projects for Kids

Solar System Projects for Kids

If you have been wanting to do a fun activity for your kids that can also serve as a little bit of a learning lesson, then look no further than the solar system! There are tons of ways to make a solar system with your young kids as a fun, interactive way to learn the...

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Labor Day Fun with Your Children!

Labor Day Fun with Your Children!

Labor Day Weekend is a great little break for your family right around school time. Whether your children start after the holiday or before, they get to relax and you get to enjoy a longer weekend as hopefully the weather cools down. But if you all are hoping for a...

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Motivating Kids to Learn

Motivating Kids to Learn

It can be tricky keeping up the momentum in your children’s motivation in school. We can all remember our own days at school, itchy for recess or even the final bell, when we can go about the rest of the day, doing activities we’ve been thinking about since that...

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Learning Through Music

Learning Through Music

Music is everywhere you put your ear to! It can change emotions, engage a room of people, and get your body shaking! Music has the uncanny ability to reach people both in on an emotional and physical level. Many teachers today are realizing that music can help kids...

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Back to School Success

Back to School Success

If your kids keep glancing at the calendar, dumbfounded that it is back to school time already, don’t worry, it’s normal. Every summer seems to fly by for parents and children alike, and getting back into that early morning routine can be difficult, let alone for your...

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Back to School Blues

Back to School Blues

It is that time again; time to shop for pencils, notebooks, backpacks, and fresh clothes. The summer might have flown by, and your kids are already morose thinking about going back into the groove of school. But if you’re thinking it might be time for a few more fun...

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ACCREDITED HOMESCHOOLS

ACCREDITED HOMESCHOOLS

A high percentage of homeschool students are transfers from the public school system.  Public schools are continuously focused on their “accreditation,” which lends them credibility in terms of the value of a graduate diploma from their school.  Many public schools...

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Fun Summer Road Trip Ideas

Fun Summer Road Trip Ideas

Is your family tired of the same four walls at home? Are you ready to do some more traveling this summer but not looking forward to the actual travel part? We have got some fun road trip ideas to keep it interesting no matter how young or old your kids may be!  I Spy...

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Make Your Own Obstacle Course This Summer

Make Your Own Obstacle Course This Summer

You may or may not have seen the popular show called American Ninja Warrior, but it can be a great way to get you and your kids out and exercising this summer! You can create your own course to run in your own backyard, making it a great project for you and your kids,...

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Summer Olympics in Your Backyard!

Summer Olympics in Your Backyard!

Are you looking for ways to keep your kids entertained and active this summer? Look no further than your own backyard! There is a plethora of activities you can create in your own living space that can keep bored kids happy all summer long! Raise the Stakes If you...

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How To Have A Safe 4th Of July

How To Have A Safe 4th Of July

Whether you want to set off fireworks at home, or go around to all the city’s fireworks displays, you want to ensure your family is safe, and enjoying themselves! No matter the age of your kids, there is bound to be challenges around seeing the fireworks and keeping...

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