Ratatouille - Movie Unit Study Ratatouille is such a delightful movie. The story is wonderful, especially for kids who have to overcome struggles and challenges. This was the movie that sparked Mr. T's desire to become a chef. Remy the rat is a fantastic character who marches to the beat of his own drum and manages to fulfill his dream of becoming … [Read more...]
Cultivating Grace with Cindy West
Listen here:This podcast is sponsored by:Transcription:Hey, homeschool mommas. It’s Cindy West from ourjourneywestward.com. Today, I’d like to share with you about the Charlotte Mason method and why I feel it’s so good for cultivating grace in our homeschools and in our homes. I have been homeschooling for at least 17 years. I have … [Read more...]
Why Homeschool Moms Need Two Planners
Homeschool Planning Planners are a wonderful tool. Many people like online or app planning software. Me? I'm old school and love pen, paper, stickers, and washi tape. Having a pretty planner is a bonus to the actual functionality. DaySpring has just released some gorgeous 18 month planners that are simply perfect for homeschool moms. Disclosure - … [Read more...]
MindPlay Literacy for Dyslexic Learners
Homeschooling with Dyslexia and Struggling Readers Dyslexia is a challenge. It is also a gift of sorts, allowing the person to view the world in a different way. Learning to build our homeschool curriculum choices around dyslexia has been a rewarding and sometimes frustrating journey.Because Mr. T wants to read well, we are always willing to … [Read more...]
Cultivating Grace: Heather Haupt on Raising Knights in Training
Listen here:This podcast is sponsored by:See our review of Knights in TrainingTranscription:Hey there mama, My name is Heather Haupt and I write and speak to families about living cultivated lives as we embrace intentional parenting, inspired learning opportunities and the need to live integrated lives where our beliefs, our … [Read more...]
Harry Potter Tea Time
Harry Potter just seems like the perfect themed tea. I mean, you just can't get more modern day British. Right?My boys and I are big fans of literary teas and I just happened to get a beautiful new tea set for Mother's Day that we hadn't used yet so we decided to get it out for a Harry Potter Tea. What You Need for a Harry Potter Tea The … [Read more...]
Raising Knights in Training
My boys love all things having to do with Knights, battles, honor, and chivalry. I think all young boys are enamored with knights at some point. Have you ever wanted to use that to your advantage while working on character training?In an age when respect and honor seem like distant and antiquated relics, how can we equip boys to pursue … [Read more...]
Self-care with Supplements
Let's be honest. We don't always take care of ourselves. We don't get enough sleep (as I type this it is rather late), we don't eat well, we run ourselves ragged, and then wonder why we feel awful and get sick so easily. Ladies, we have to care for ourselves in order to care for our family. Some of that care can be done through good … [Read more...]
Cultivating Grace with Dr. Marie-Claire Moreau
Listen here:This podcast is sponsored by:Transcription:Hi everyone. This is Marie-Claire Moreau. I'm honored to be here today to deliver this five-minute message, I tell you, one of the things when we are homeschooling our kids that no one ever tells us. We receive so much advice. Sometimes it's solicited; sometimes it is not … [Read more...]
Paleo Pop Tarts – Kids in the Kitchen
Kids in the Kitchen: Paleo Pop Tarts Chef Teddy is back with Paleo Pop Tarts! And boy, are they good!To be honest, they are a decent bit of work, and are the paleo equivalent to junk food, but an occasional treat is a big deal for food allergy kids and these are no exception! This food allergy mom is a big fan (which is why they don't get made … [Read more...]