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How to inspire creative play in young children.
Education HomeschoolingMarch 23, 2017July 27, 2021

How to Inspire Creative Play: Spark Your Child’s Imagination

Spark your child’s imagination by removing distractions that get in the way of creative play. Read on to find out how we inspire creative play.

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Learn about teeth and going to the dentist! Books, playlist, and online resources for elementary lesson plans!
Education Science Unit StudiesMarch 19, 2017July 27, 2021

Lesson Resources about Teeth and Going to the Dentist – Introduction to Dental Health for Young Children

I put this mini unit plan together to help the kids get excited and understand their trip to the dentist. Read on for educational resources about teeth and seeing the dentist – maybe for the first time!

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Complete List of Eric Carle Books with links to read alouds on youtube.
Education Language ArtsMarch 13, 2017April 14, 2018

Complete Eric Carle Book List with links to Read Alouds

I asked, “Who is your favorite author?” My son answered Eric Carle without a second’s hesitation. Our house is filled with Carle’s board books, flap books, and classic hardcovers that will last for many years to come. Read on for a complete list of Eric Carle books currently in print with links to over 40 read alouds.

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Education Homeschooling Product ReviewsMarch 12, 2017July 27, 2021

Ten Best Apps for Kids – and what we tried that FAILED!

I love using all kinds of media to support our homeschool. I’ve been using YouTube and online games and programs since I was teaching elementary school. I’m excited to share my favorite resources to support learning in your home or classroom!

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Electricity lesson for kids, hands-on projects, worksheets, and links. Learn all about electricity!
Education Homeschooling Science Unit StudiesMarch 5, 2017July 27, 2021

Engaging, Hands-on Electricity Lesson for Kids!

After receiving Snap Circuits as a gift, my oldest has been very interested in electronics, where electricity comes from, and how it all works. We are learning side-by-side on this one! Read on for a slew of educational resources we’ve used to investigate electricity.

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How to select the BEST reading program for kids with dyslexia. 3 tips, plus our top choices in homeschool curriculum that will inspire your child! #dyslexia #homeschoolcurriculum #reading #raisingreaders #learntoread
Education Language ArtsMarch 1, 2017January 9, 2020

Dr. Seuss Read-Aloud Playlist for Read Across America Week!

We are excited to celebrate Read Across America Week and learn a little about one of the most beloved children’s books authors – Dr. Seuss! I’ve put together some of our favorites in a fun and educational playlist.

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Introduction to plants for kids - ideas, activities, books, and resources to introduce plants, gardening, and growing to kids. Preschool, kindergarten, elementary grades.
Education Homeschooling Science Unit StudiesFebruary 27, 2017July 27, 2021

A FUN, Hands-on Introduction to Plants for Kids!

My oldest led me straight toward a mini-unit on plants and gardening. Read on for our book list, streaming media, ideas, and resources!

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Asia for kids! Movies, shows, playlists, and links to supplement your Continent Study.
Education Geography HomeschoolingFebruary 26, 2017July 27, 2021

Asia Unit – Educational Streaming Resources for Elementary Asia Continent Study

A list of streaming resources compiled for Build Your Library Kindergarten. It could also be used for any Asia unit study.

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Africa for Kids
Education Geography HomeschoolingFebruary 20, 2017July 27, 2021

FUN Activities for Your Africa Lesson Plans!

Learning about the climate, people, and animals of Africa was very interesting for my kindergartner and for me! Here is a list of some of the extra resources we found to support our Africa Continent study.

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Jane Goodall for kids! Lesson plans with DIY lapbook instructions for a Jane Goodall unit study.
Education Homeschooling Science Unit StudiesFebruary 13, 2017July 27, 2021

Jane Goodall for Kids: Lesson Plans, Lapbook, and Resources for Your Unit Study

Our adventures with Build Your Library took us to Africa this month! When the oldest showed some interest in chimpanzees and learning about Jane Goodall I jumped on it. Read on for lesson resources and our DIY lapbook lesson plans.

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Homeschool Organization HomeschoolingFebruary 12, 2017July 27, 2021

Take Learning Out with Field Trip Week

Ideas and tips about taking homeschool out of the house and into the world.

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What does child led learning really look like_ A little different every day. Come take a peek at our week of child led learning at home.
Homeschool Organization HomeschoolingFebruary 4, 2017July 27, 2021

Peek at Our Week: Child Led Learning at Home

I often tag my posts and photos with #childledlearning. Today, I thought I’d give you a glimpse of what that looks like in our home. It’s been a very science-y week.

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Learn about germs, colds, and the flu! Unit study resources - books, media, and what to do when the homeschool mom is sick!
Education Homeschooling Science Unit StudiesJanuary 30, 2017July 27, 2021

Sick Kids – Elementary Playlist and Streaming Resources – Germs, Colds, and Flu

I’ll share a few of our favorite streaming resources for your little sickies, and a couple suggestions for what to do when YOU are sick. Because the only thing worse than having sick kids is being sick with sick kids.

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United Kingdom for kids! A unit study to learn all about England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales! Appropriate for kindergarten and elementary grades.
Education Geography HomeschoolingJanuary 22, 2017July 27, 2021

Learn About the United Kingdom: A Unit Study for Kids!

Our adventures around the world with Build Your Library has lead us to Europe. Join us as we visit the United Kingdom!

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Greece for kids! A unit study to learn all about Greece from ancient history to modern times! Appropriate for kindergarten and elementary grades.
Education Geography HomeschoolingJanuary 15, 2017July 27, 2021

Learn All About Greece! An introductory unit study for Kindergarten – Elementary Kids

Our adventures around the world with Build Your Library has lead us to Europe. One of the most exciting places to visit was Greece. The oldest was so intrigued that we went ahead and made a whole unit out of it. Welcome to Greece!

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Learn about France for kids! A unit study to learn all about France. Appropriate for kindergarten and elementary grades.
Education Geography HomeschoolingJanuary 8, 2017July 27, 2021

Elementary Unit Study – France

Our adventures around the world with Build Your Library has lead us to Europe. We’ve been working through the continent v.e.r.y. s..l..o..w..l..y, leaving lots of space for extra reading, projects, and play. One of our favorite places to visit was France. Ooo la la!

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Africa for kids! Movies, shows, playlists, and links to supplement your Continent Study.
Education Geography HomeschoolingJanuary 3, 2017July 27, 2021

Africa for Kids! Movies, Shows, and Playlists for your Continent Study

A list of streaming resources compiled for Build Your Library Kindergarten. It could also be used for any Africa unit study. Thanks for stopping by. Enjoy!

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Child Led Learning. It's about learning to trust your child. Transitioning to child led learning in our homeschool.
HomeschoolingDecember 26, 2016September 17, 2019

Child Led Learning is Learning to TRUST.

I can’t tell you how many times in the past six months I’ve looked over at my husband and whispered, “I’m so glad we’re doing this.” Deciding to homeschool was scary, but it’s the best decision we could have made. Now it’s the end of the year, and I’m taking some time to look back at where we’ve been and ahead at all of the exciting things to come.

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