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Favorite Amazon Purchases For Our Creative Homeschooled Girl

January 1, 2017 by Sallie Borrink
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We have a creative daughter and that has greatly impacted where I invest my homeschooling money. As a relaxed homeschooler, I don’t think it’s necessary to spend a lot of money on homeschooling materials, especially in the elementary grades. The things we do use, I am willing to spend a bit more because I KNOW they will be used. That said, Amazon has been very helpful at times. Even though as small business owners we support local businesses as much as possible, Amazon makes my life easier since it cuts down on the running around I have to do.

Here are some of the best things we’ve purchased from Amazon for homeschooling our creative child including art supplies, games, and a number of things that might surprise you!




(Update: If you want to see some of the other art supplies we now purchase regularly as she has gotten older, check out The 100 Best Art Supplies for Creative Girls.)

Boogie Board

These make learning so much more fun. For children who struggle with the physical act of writing (such as dysgraphia), these add a level of enjoyment to it that paper and pencil often doesn’t have.

Boogie Board Pink Jot 8.5 LCD Writing Tablet - Authentic Boogie Board that Includes eWriter & Stylus PenBoogie Board Pink Jot 8.5 LCD Writing Tablet - Authentic Boogie Board that Includes eWriter & Stylus Pen

Colored Pencils, Gel Pens, Sharpies and Copics

Pencils, pens, and markers are a BIG DEAL in our home. Caroline likes using different kinds of pencils/pens for different kinds of projects. Since drawing is her thing, we try to keep her stocked with lots of different tools.

Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencils, Soft Core, 72-CountPrismacolor Premier Colored Pencils, Soft Core, 72-CountCopic Ciao Markers 24pc Basic SetCopic Ciao Markers 24pc Basic Set

Melissa and Doug Easel for a Beginning Artist

Caroline received this set with all the bells and whistles for Christmas when she was tiny. It was well-loved and enjoyed! The Melissa and Doug easel is sturdy and well worth the money.

Melissa & Doug Deluxe Standing Art Easel - Dry-Erase Board, Chalkboard, Paper RollerMelissa & Doug Deluxe Standing Art Easel - Dry-Erase Board, Chalkboard, Paper RollerMelissa & Doug Easel Accessory Set - Paint, Cups, Brushes, Chalk, Paper, Dry-Erase MarkerMelissa & Doug Easel Accessory Set - Paint, Cups, Brushes, Chalk, Paper, Dry-Erase MarkerMelissa & Doug Easel Paper Roll- 18Melissa & Doug Easel Paper Roll- 18Melissa & Doug Easel Pad Bundle 50 Sheets 2-PackMelissa & Doug Easel Pad Bundle 50 Sheets 2-PackMelissa & Doug Tabletop Easel Paper Roll (12 inches x 75 feet) - 2-PackMelissa & Doug Tabletop Easel Paper Roll (12 inches x 75 feet) - 2-Pack




Brain Quest Workbooks

It might seem a bit strange to mention workbooks when we are relaxed homeschoolers, but that’s exactly why we use them. I use workbooks to check what Caroline can do and try to keep track somewhat with where she is compared to traditional grade level expectations.

Brain Quest Workbook: Grade 1Brain Quest Workbook: Grade 1Brain Quest Workbook, Grade 2Brain Quest Workbook, Grade 2Brain Quest Workbook: Grade 3Brain Quest Workbook: Grade 3Brain Quest Workbook: Grade 4Brain Quest Workbook: Grade 4Brain Quest Workbook: Grade 5Brain Quest Workbook: Grade 5

Card Games & Board Games

For a creative child who isn’t especially excited about math, board games are by far the best way to incorporate lots of math without her even realizing it. Caroline is exceptionally good at UNO and it was the first game she could consistently beat us in. Spot It! was very helpful for visual processing issues.

Original UNO Card GameOriginal UNO Card GameSpot-It Party Game (Color of Packaging May Vary)Spot-It Party Game (Color of Packaging May Vary)The Ladybug GameThe Ladybug GameMelissa & Doug Suspend Family GameMelissa & Doug Suspend Family GameConnect 4 GameConnect 4 GameClassic YahtzeeClassic Yahtzee

 

Kindle Fire & Power Fast Charger

A Kindle Fire is hands down one of the best purchases we’ve ever made. An iPad is simply too expensive for our family, but a Kindle Fire is such a great deal with so many options. The Kindle FreeTime Unlimited has been a big bonus for us. We have an Amazon Prime membership so the FreeTime membership for one child is only $2.99 a month! It is worth so much more than that!




All-new Fire HD 8 Kids Edition tablet, 8All-new Fire HD 8 Kids Edition tablet, 8

We use our Kindles a lot and I cannot recommend a speedy charger enough. The charger that comes with the Kindle is too slow if you are heavy users. It seems crazy to spend more on another charger, but it’s worth every single penny. I would not be without a fast charger.

Amazon 5W USB Official OEM Charger and Power Adapter for Fire Tablets and Kindle eReaders - BlackAmazon 5W USB Official OEM Charger and Power Adapter for Fire Tablets and Kindle eReaders - Black

 

So there you are! Some of our favorite homeschool things on Amazon!




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