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Berry Pineapple Spinach Smoothie Bowl
I came across an interesting treat at Costco the other day: Fichi Fig & Walnut Bites. Just two ingredients—fig and walnut. As a snack, I found them pretty wonderful. They’re smaller than a fun-size candy bar, but they deliver … [continue reading]
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Pineapple Mango Green Smoothie Bowl
I recently noticed that Earthbound Farm’s Organic Power Greens blend has disappeared from the shelves at my local Costco stores. This mix, which includes baby kale, baby spinach, and baby red and green chard, has been my go-to for smoothies … [continue reading]
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Math in Skating Budgeting for a Family Trip to the Roller Rink
Roller skating isn’t just a fun way to stay active—it’s also a great opportunity to teach kids financial literacy! Planning a family trip to the roller rink provides a hands-on lesson in budgeting, addition, and subtraction. Breaking down costs and … [continue reading]
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Finding Resilience in Unexpected Moments
Life has a way of throwing unexpected challenges our way—sometimes it’s the small stuff, other times it’s something that shakes us to our core. Recently, I encountered a situation that pushed me to my limits and tested my ability to … [continue reading]
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Unit Study Notebooking Tip: Create a Keepsake Learning Binder
Turn your unit study into a personalized notebook! Start by printing the unit and your Daily Assignments from Homeschool Tracker. Add in digital scrapbook pages with photos of completed projects, followed by any worksheets or extra materials. Hole punch everything … [continue reading]
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Nurture in Action My Word of the Year & Spring Reset Intentions
Spring is here—a season of renewal, growth, and fresh starts. As the world shakes off the last chill of winter, I find myself drawn to the idea of nurture—not just as a passing thought, but as a guiding focus … [continue reading]
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Exploring Poetry with Elementary Students
Poetry offers elementary learners wonderful opportunities to play with language and express themselves creatively. Here are some activities to help kids explore various poetic forms and build confidence in their writing and performance skills. Exploring Poetic Forms Acrostic Poems Acrostic … [continue reading]
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Oregon Homeschool Skate
Oaks Amusement Park Homeschool Skate is the first and third Monday of the month from 10:00am-12:00pm. Program runs September 16, 2024-June 2, 2025. They also offer their STEM program on the first Monday of the month during their homeschool skate. … [continue reading]
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Early Years Poetry Fun Poetry Activities for Early Elementary
Poetry can be super fun for young kids. Here are some simple ways to get little ones excited about poems and rhyming. Reading Poems Out Loud Kids love hearing fun poems with rhymes and rhythm. Try reading nursery rhymes, Dr. … [continue reading]
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Mississippi Homeschool Skate
Funtime Skateland Pearl Homeschool Skate is the first Wednesday of every month. Program runs September 2024-April 2025 from 1:00pm – 3:00pm. I didn’t see a calendar for May 2025. 123 Legion Lake Rd Pearl, MS, 39208 601-939-0880 Ice Skating Mid-South … [continue reading]
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