The ability to write creatively is such a valuable skill to teach in our homeschool. When our children can express all the ideas bubbling in their imaginations, they are better equipped to succeed. Thankfully, I have found that inspiring creative writing with our children is a doable endeavor. Using these five simple ideas to encourage…
A good poetry collection for kids throws open the door to the wide world of poetry by exposing the reader to a wide variety of poems and poets. Over the years we have enjoyed various poetry collections and I’ve collected most of the titles to create this Ultimate Guide to Poetry Collections for Kids. From…
Haiku is a well-known and beautiful form of poetry to read and write. Kids often love this short form of poetry because of its creativity as well as brevity. This list includes a fantastic variety of Haiku Poetry books for kids that your child can enjoy reading again and again. From haiku poems about animals,…
Yes! Believe it or not, Shakespeare is for kids! And one great way to introduce your kids to Shakespeare is to introduce them to his life and works. Books are a wonderful way to introduce your children to this famous playwright in fun and creative ways. Then when you are ready, I also plenty of…
These Mr. Popper’s Penguins book club activities will help create magical memories any time of year, but it’s particularly appropriate for the winter. Using these ideas, you can plan a book club meeting full of fun activities, games, and treats. From penguin games to handprint penguin crafts, your book club for kids will have a…
Who doesn’t love to cozy up on the sofa with a good picture book to read during the winter? And snuggling under a fuzzy blanket makes a cozy reading moment even more precious. So grab your hot cocoa, some fuzzy blankets, and your babies because I’ve got a list of 100 winter-themed picture books for you…
Homeschooling with graphic novels is an effective way to teach a variety of topics and skills. Graphic novels are engaging as well as educational and most kids love reading them. In fact, graphic novels continue to rise in popularity, making them readily available on a wide variety of topics. A graphic novel can offer a change…