There are so many benefits that come hand in hand with educating your child from the comfort of their own home. You can determine their curriculum, you can ensure that they don’t fall behind by focusing on areas that they are struggling with, and you get to spend even more quality time together through their homeschooling experience. But it is important to remember that you may not be able to provide your child with everything that they need throughout their developmental process alone. They … [Read more...]
40+ Healthy Lunch Ideas for Kids {for Home or for Homeschool Co-op}
Have you been looking for some great and healthy homeschool lunch ideas to either eat at home or take with you to homeschool co-op? You are not alone! I confess that I wasn't the most dedicated when it came to packing healthy lunches for co-op days. In all honesty, it was easier to go with the practical. Well, no more! I am committed to do right by my kids! So I have seriously sat down to ponder and in this post, I have compiled a great list of 40+ healthy lunch ideas for kids! Kid Lunch … [Read more...]
50+ Healthy Snack Ideas for Kids {for Home or for Homeschool Co-op}
Let's face it: kids are ALWAYS hungry! Well, at least it seems like they are! It has been a big challenge for me when it comes to my kid with ultra fast metabolism. I am completely ready to revamp our snack rut and opt for better snacks for my kids. Are you looking for ideas for healthier snacks for kids? It's here! I have made a list of healthy snack ideas for kids that you can have at home or for homeschool co-op. Healthy Snack Ideas for Kids Here are some awesome healthy snacks ideas that … [Read more...]
Online Homeschooling Programs that will keep you sane and on budget
We are so excited to be starting our homeschool year soon and since I've been looking around for the best online homeschooling programs and deals out there, I couldn't wait to share with you what I found. This is a really long and comprehensive list of resources that are in deep discounts for the beginning of the (home) school year. You will love them! Online Homeschooling Programs that will keep you sane and on budget Check out all of the amazing sales that go through August 31st. … [Read more...]
Differing Homeschool Perspectives & Link Party #46
Hello, everyone! The Natural Homeschool is so excited to welcome you to this week’s "A Little Bird Told Me" Link Party #46. We have so many fantastic bloggers out there that are writing some fabulous posts and we would love for them to share what they’re most proud of. Here are our awesome featured posts this week: Differing Homeschool Perspectives! 1. Did your Homeschool Year Feel Like a Total Flop? by Hip Homeschool Moms 2. Why We Don’t Do Homeschool Co-ops by Royal … [Read more...]
Upcycled Turkey Craft for Thanksgiving
These are the turkey crafts we made last year with upcycled material at our Homeschool Co-op. A very creative mom in our co-op came up with this fun and easy upcycled Turkey Craft for Thanksgiving idea and was happy to let me share with you. Upcycled Turkey Craft You need: Per child: - 1 small (dessert) paper plate with white or light-colored bottom - 1 paintbrush or foam paintbrush (we love this VALUE SET) - 1 empty toilet paper roll - 1 pencil - 1 pair of scissors - 2 googly … [Read more...]
Spanish Lessons: My Favorite Things “Mis Cosas Favoritas”
Here is a set of some fun and easy Spanish lessons for your little ones. Lesson 1 As a review, we started out singing the numbers song in Spanish using sign language. Materials for this simple craft: - Heavy Weight Construction Paper or White Card Stock - Washable Markers - Spanish book with shapes, numbers, colors, etc. I used My Big Book of Spanish Words Steps on how to make the craft: 1. Take a white sheet of construction paper, fold it into three columns (making it … [Read more...]
Simple Apple Mosaic Craft for Preschoolers
Everyone loves apples, right? And who doesn't love simple crafts to have fun with preschoolers? Well, why not a craft with apples in it? A wonderful and incredibly creative mom from our co-op organized this activity. All the children really enjoyed it. And the best part is that this same mosaic concept can be used for other shapes or even for themed pictures. … [Read more...]
Homeschooling Journal: April 2014 Part 2
Getting ready for Easter and going in style Interesting choice of evening attire. Here, we were in beautiful San Diego. :) This post contains affiliate links. To learn more, please click here. Date night in San Diego! Music: Clef NotesTwo weeks ago in music we reviewed Tammy the Treble Clef and then met Billy the Bass Clef. We looked at how Tammy and Billy lie on the grand staff. We watched videos talking about the notes on both, and … [Read more...]
Homeschooling Journal: April 2014 Part 1
McGuffey's Readers and Classical Conversations Review Skip counting up to the 15s, squares (1x1, 2x2, 3x3, etc) and cubes (1x1x1, 2x2x2, etc). This post contains affiliate links. To learn more, please click here. Scripture Memory, Pledge of Allegiance, Patriotic songsA.C.E. (Accelerated Christian Education) I know this looks terrible, but this is what my planner looks like. I have my own (not-so-legible) code system to know what I did when and what we … [Read more...]
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