Does any of this sound familiar? My kids won’t listen. Why can’t they just do what I ask? Why do I constantly have to be after them to finish what they start? Why won’t they just take “no” for an answer? Do you long for a change in your child? There’s a special resource I’d like […]
I cannot imagine my life without reading. I read everything – cereal boxes, road signs, other people’s to do lists. It’s not because I find cereal boxes that interesting, because I really need to know the location of every gas station on a road trip, or because I’m nosy. I do it because wherever there […]
I like plans. I mean, I really like plans. I plan tasks for the day, tasks for later, and tasks for someday. If I have supper planned (OK, that doesn’t happen every day, lol), I get thrown for a small loop if it changes and I have to get hungry for something different. I never leave […]
Is history the story of God or the story of mankind? Who is the primary power in the universe? What does any of that have to do with history curriculum? It turns out it has everything to do with history curriculum, with how your children learn and relate to history. TruthQuest History is a complete homeschool […]
HIS Story of the 20th Century is an engaging look at modern history for advanced middle school as well as high school students. When done along with the workbook (which is sold separately), it can be used for a full high school credit. What I enjoyed about this history curriculum by Meredith Curtis and Powerline Productions […]
Battle Cry! is a fun creative writing curriculum designed with active boys in mind! First, it’s all about battles, which are a natural attraction for boys. Second, it’s interspersed with activities that will get boys up and moving (while still working on their writing project) so they can be ACTIVE the way God designed them […]
I LOVED Apples to Zebras! This new preschool and kindergarten language arts unit from Annette Breedlove was easy to follow and extremely well organized. Each unit followed the same progression, gently building on skills and fueling the child’s confidence. The lessons were engaging and fun, and not overwhelming or intimidating at all. Apples to Zebras […]
“Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labor. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; for he hath not another to help him up” Ecclesiastes 4:9-10. Are you looking for a way to encourage a […]
Every family does it—quotes those little sayings or phrases that mean something only to those closest to them. It might be a line from a television show or movie, a phrase someone said in a memorable situation, or even a line from a book or a song. They are the phrases that are part of […]
I was a little bit nervous about reading Between Heaven & Hollywood. I’ve enjoyed David A.R. White as an actor for years. What if the book was disappointing? What if was nothing but fluff with no more depth than a cute Facebook meme? I knew by the time I’d finished the first chapter that I […]
I recently had the chance to review two beautiful books by the mother-daughter writing team of Crystal Bowman and Teri McKinley. Together, they wrote Our Daily Bread for Kids and Our Daily Bread for Preschoolers. These are amazing devotionals for the young people in your life, and I highly recommend both of them! Our Daily […]
Every time I sat down, I was amazed at what I learned. I just finished watching the 18 newest episodes of Drive Thru History. Their newest series, The Gospels, is in my opinion, their most compelling yet. If you’re not already familiar with Drive Thru History with Dave Stotts, it’s a series that traces the […]
I have an exciting opportunity today to review four books AND give them away! The first one is the one that broke my heart for India. India is a country of more than 1.25 billion people.* I’ll be honest; I cannot begin to imagine what one-and-a-quarter BILLION people looks like. Even more, I find it […]
“God loves to provide boldness through his Holy Spirit. This power isn’t just for people who lived long ago. God can give you courage and help you to stand firm. Won’t you turn to him? People come to faith when they hear God’s Word, but they only get to hear it when someone brings it […]
I’m excited for the opportunity to give away TWO incredible non-fiction titles by popular author Alton Gansky. A few months ago, I joined a review team for Mr. Gansky’s newest release, 30 Events that Shaped the Church. I’ll tell you my thoughts on that book in just a second, but today, I want to announce that […]
When I read this book, I knew I needed to share about it. I’d Rather Be Your Mommy is a delightful e-book by Stacy Farrell. It’s a sweet, gentle reminder for your children and yourself that there is no place on earth you’d rather be, no job you’d rather be doing, no earthly treasure more valuable […]
To say Little House on the Prairie has been a part of my life would be an understatement. I titled my first diary (when I was 5 years old) “My Remembrance Book.” My mom read the Little House books by Laura Ingalls Wilder to my sister and I at bedtime when we were little. I’ve […]
I love studying the American Revolution. The story of how a group of colonists stood together and defeated one of the greatest empires the world has ever seen is a miracle that must be remembered, studied, and shared. It’s an integral part of our nation’s legacy, and it’s also the focus of Revolutionary Ideas, a Once-A-Week […]
Last week, I promised a special freebie for you and my full review of The Wise Woman Literary Analysis Journal Questions. Nothing we can do can make us Somebody. That was the one theme that left the deepest impression on me as I read The Wise Woman. It’s the story of two little girls, neither […]
I have never read a history book like this one. If your child has ever said history is boring, or you are looking for ways to make history alive and relevant to your family’s lives today, I’d love for you to check out the new history curriculum by Amy Puetz and Golden Prairie Press. Who […]
Over 100 pages of pure fun on the farm (without the allergies!). Today I had the privilege of reviewing a Farm Unit printable pack by Annette @ In All You Do. Annette has some great printables on her site, and this one is no exception! This pack is perfect for Pre-K through 5th grade. […]
I remember the first time I “saw” Bible history in a personal way. My sister and I had traveled to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC. I’ve never been a faithful student of art itself, but the museum draws me back time and again because of the historical artifacts it holds. I’ve walked inside […]
I’ve just spent the last eight weeks getting to know the team at the Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network. If you haven’t met them yet, I encourage you to check them out. I didn’t catch every broadcast I hoped to, but that’s one of the great parts—all broadcasts are archived so you can enjoy them whenever […]
Can God See Me? Isn’t that a question each of us asks, whether we are a little one curled up with a parent and a picture book or an adult who wishes they could curl up with a book and escape the questions and demands of life for a while? The latest picture book by […]
I just finished reading The Force by Alexandra and Joyce Swann, and I can tell you that none of it unfolded the way I thought it would! The Force explores the stories of four men and the forces that drive them. Jarrod and Joshua Sinclair and Fred Kowalski believe that the power of God will […]
Philosophy Adventure by Stacy Farrell Home School Adventure Co. In Philosophy Adventure, Stacy Farrell helps us explore the history of ideas. When I first received the textbook and student workbook to review, I was a little nervous. Philosophy? The word brings to mind dusty bookshelves, deep theological texts, and eyes struggling to stay open under […]
