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Spring at A Basketful of Joy
Welcome back to my overflowing basket! I have been hard at work this spring using any extra time I had available to get this up and running more efficiently to bless all my readers.
A DIY Dr. Seuss Cat in the Hat Birthday
These books were the inspiration behind my little sister learning to read at only three years old. She would sit in her high chair and ‘read’ the stacks of books from memory. When she was turning four, she requested a ‘Cat in the Hat’ birthday – all her own idea! My mom and siblings and I were so excited and had the best fun making her birthday special for her. Follow along for some ideas for you to put on a special Cat-in-the-Hat birthday for a little one in your life!
5 Exciting Audio Drama Resources for Families
After sharing some of the best read-alouds for families I wanted to now share some of our favorite audio drama resources. These audio adventures are made by multiple companies with various skills in sound effects and a full cast list of actors! The original music scores, advanced studio effects, and gripping acting make these adventures some of the very best and most exciting to listen to.
Making Math Fun with Miss Heidi
As a homeschool math teacher, for many years I have been encouraging kids to find ways to love math. I grew up loving it and wanting everyone else to! I can honestly say it was probably because the math we used gradually taught me new concepts in a fun and easy to understand way. The little sections on some lessons in third grade Saxon math that let me correct a possible student’s work were easily my favorite part. Yes, I had to do the work to see if the right answers were written, but it made me excited! Watching and then helping my mom grade our math lessons showed me I was a natural teacher.
Thoughts from a Nanny’s Heart……
Thoughts from a Nanny’s Heart... As far back as I can remember I knew I had a special place in my heart for children- even as
Ten Easy Science Experiments to Do at Home
Ten Easy Science Experiments to Do at Home Many years ago, for my little brother’s 9th birthday we put on a science party. Each of us
Creating a Simple Time Capsule with Kids – FREE Download
Over the many years I have been a nanny, I love coming up with project ideas, exciting activities, and fun adventures for the kids and I to do together. I want to make a lasting impact on their lives and have them remember their time with me with fondness and gratitude for the intentional planning I did for them.
Discover the Best Christianbook Gems
Discover the Best Christianbook Gems Throughout our 30+ years of homeschooling, my family and I have purchased many things from Christianbook. We have been able to
Saxon Math Review by a Homeschool Teacher
My last post was all about mine and my family’s Saxon Math journey. In this post I am sharing a review of each book we have enjoyed and why. These books all follow the wonderful spiral method that Saxon Math is known for.
The Best Craft Projects for Kids – Part 2
The Best Craft Projects for Kids - Part 2 There are so many craft and projects that I had to keep sharing! This is part two