A Quiet Simple Life with Sallie Borrink
Simple Living, Homeschooling, Faith, Homemaking, & Books
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I think stories are the best way to learn about history, especially for children. I’ve put together a short list of books and videos below to spark ideas for your study of the Great Depression. Some of these are more challenging to track down …
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Happy Thanksgiving! Our Thanksgiving will be a quiet one with just the three of us. We are thankful for each other, our home, our work, and our health. Above all, we are thankful for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. If you would enjoy some …
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Sometimes I see a book in the bookstore and instinctively know there’s a high probability it will be coming home with me. Home in the Woods by Eliza Wheeler was one of those books. But I have to be honest. After I picked it up and opened it, I …
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There are so many ways to celebrate the true meaning and blessings of 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. As a …
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Presidents’ Day is a wonderful American holiday celebrating two of our great presidents, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. I’ve gathered up some activities and resources I think you will enjoy as you plan your Presidents’ Day …
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April is full of fun learning opportunities such as National Poetry Month, Arbor Day, and John James Audubon’s birthday. Here are some simple and creative learning ideas for April. National Poetry Month National Poetry Month is a great time to …
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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 …
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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 2022, it will be on February 1 and will be The Year of the Tiger. I thought it would be fun to put together a collection …
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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 believe a …
