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Learning Ideas for April Holidays & Famous Birthdays
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Homeschool Curriculum for Studying The Middle Ages
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If you are looking for a hands-on way to study history, then Homeschool in the Woods has something fun called Project Passport. Project Passport is a series of homeschool curriculum units that help you and your children immerse yourself in a specific time period with all kinds of active learning opportunities. I received a copy …
Free Cinco de Mayo Word Search
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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with this free word search! Word searches are a helpful and low-key way to practice vocabulary and spelling. They are also great for reinforcing visual skills. Word searches can be a valuable and fun activity for your early and middle elementary aged learners. The free Cinco de Mayo word search printable …
Chinese New Year Unit Study Activities {2021}
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The Chinese New Year is the celebration of the new year based on the traditional Chinese calendar. The date moves each year. In 2021, it is on February 12 and is called The Year of the Ox. I thought it would be fun to put together a collection of Chinese New Year activities you can …
History Timeline for Relaxed Homeschoolers
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I attempted to do a wall timeline with Caroline a number of years ago. For a variety of reasons, it did not work for her. I think part of it was her age, part of it was her learning challenges, and part of it was the layout. However, I think timelines can be very valuable …
Happy Birthday and July 4th, Calvin Coolidge!
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July 4th is an important day in the life of America. Of course, the most prominent reason is the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, hence the name Independence Day. But did you also know several other historically significant events occurred on July 4th? Perhaps one of the most interesting facts is that …
Apollo 11 Moon Landing Unit Study
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On July 20, 2019, America will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing and man’s historic first walk on its surface. Whether you watched it live or were born well after, it’s an event worth celebrating. We’re a family that loves astronomy so we’re excited to learn more about this historic event. …
Understood Betsy {A Month of Cozy Children’s Books}
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Understood Betsy was one of my favorite novels when I was girl. But (to be perfectly honest) I didn’t read it for a very long time and in the process kind of forgot why it was a favorite. When I read it again, it all came back to me why I loved it so much …
Free Chinese New Year Word Search
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Add a free Chinese New Year word search to your learning plans this year! This printable activity can be used for an introduction, review, or just for fun as part of a Chinese New Year unit. Word searches are a great (and easy!) way to review vocabulary and spelling. It also gives learners the opportunity …
Free Martin Luther King Jr. Word Search Printable
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As you prepare to observe Martin Luther King, Jr. Day this year, I hope you will include this free Martin Luther King, Jr. word search printable. Word searches are a great way for children to learn as they include vocabulary, spelling, and visual skills. Most children enjoy doing them so they can be a welcome …
100 Field Trip Ideas for Homeschoolers {Free Printable}
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I’ve compiled a list of 100 field trip ideas for homeschoolers to provide inspiration and help you plan to add them to your homeschooling. (Don’t miss the free printable at the end!) Field trips are a great way for homeschoolers to provide their children with a wide variety of learning experiences. In fact, the freedom …
Black History Month Unit Study
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If you are planning for Black History Month, my Black History Month Unit Study will make things much easier! I’ve gathered up a variety of activities, videos, printables, and book suggestions. The combination of materials in this post is enough to put together a comprehensive Black History Month Unit Study. When I collect resources to …
Presidents’ Day Unit Study
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Presidents’ Day is approaching and I want to help you get a jump on your Presidents’ Day Unit Study planning! I’ve gathered up some great activities and resources that focus on the two American presidents we’re celebrating – George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. In fact, the combination of materials in this post is enough to …
Vintage Adventure Books from Aunt Claire Presents
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Confession time. In addition to my love of cozy picture books, I enjoy young adult fiction from around the turn of the century. I especially enjoy reading novels set in high school and college as well as vintage adventure books from the 1910s through the 1930s. Books like the Anne of Green Gables series, the …
3 Books Featuring Girls Changing Their World
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Today I would like to introduce you to three pictures books featuring girls worth knowing. The three girls lived in different places and different times, but they all share one thing in common – a desire to imagine, create, and change their world. (I receive free books to review all the time and only share …
Using Audio Dramas for History
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History is one of my favorite subjects, but I never had the opportunity to listen to high quality audio dramas when I was younger. At least not the kind that Heirloom Audio has created. I was excited to receive copies of four of their audio dramas to listen to. Now I am excited to share …
Free ARDA History and Religion Website for Jr/Sr High
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Two of my favorite topics to study are history and religion. So when I was presented with the opportunity to review the Association of Religion Data Archives (ADRA) website, I said, “Yes, please!” As always when I do reviews, I was compensated for my time, but all opinions are my own and I was not …
Simple Thanksgiving Learning Projects
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There are so many ways to celebrate Thanksgiving! This list of simple Thanksgiving learning projects varies widely in grade level, although many can be adapted to make them appropriate for a variety of ages. Most of these projects can be completed with simple supplies you probably already have around your home. If not, you can …