It took me 4 years to find a Playdough recipe that worked perfectly every time. Some were too sticky, some were too dry, many just never became anything even close to Playdough! It can be frustrating if you just want to make some lovely home-made dough for your children to play with! Here is the best, most fool-proof recipe I've ever found. It comes from a fantastic … [Read more...] about The Fool-Proof Playdough Recipe
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Fall Field Trip Ideas
Fall is upon us and school is in full swing. It's so easy to get caught up in our curriculum that we forget about one of the great opportunities of homeschooling - field trips! Field trips can be great catalysts for learning and great ways to give the teacher and the students a much needed break. Fall is a great time to get in some once a year kind of field trips that can be … [Read more...] about Fall Field Trip Ideas
Ideas for a Fall Gathering
Throwing a party during fall is so easy as there are so many cute and fun ideas. Perhaps you are planning a party for a homeschool co-op, or for a neighborhood gathering, I think you will find many simple and easy ideas to make your gathering a big success! Fall Party Games 1. Gourd Bowling - the kids can help get the materials ready and enjoy … [Read more...] about Ideas for a Fall Gathering
5 Pumpkin Sensory Activities
It's that time of year where pumpkins are everywhere! Today, I am sharing 5 pumpkin sensory activities to celebrate fall! 1. Explore a Pumpkin Kids love to explore, so open up a pumpkin and let them discover what's inside of a pumpkin. Have them use their hands to feel the pumpkin pulp and slimy seeds, as well as smell the distinctive smell of pumpkins. To add to the fun, … [Read more...] about 5 Pumpkin Sensory Activities
It’s Fall Y’all — Take a Hike! (free printable)
We love nature study in our family. The opportunity to freely explore God's glorious creation abounds when you step outdoors for a hike -- and the fall season is one of the best times to do so! Some of our favorite learning opportunities happen when we are able to take a close look at simple things in nature. Leaves, tiny flowers, bugs and insects, rocks, tree … [Read more...] about It’s Fall Y’all — Take a Hike! (free printable)