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March 21, 2015

6 Froggy Birthday Party Ideas for Book Lovers

Celebrate Froggy's Birthday with these 6 Fun Ideas
In honor of Jonathan London's newest Froggy book, which was released March 10, 2015, we're sharing 6 froggy birthday party ideas for book lovers. You can win your very own copy of Froggy's Birthday Wish just by visiting our Facebook page and leaving a comment. Feel free to share your own frog theme birthday ideas too. Enjoy!






Froggy's

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Published on March 21, 2015 07:14

March 18, 2015

Tips for Busy Families on the Go

Is your busy family always on the go? You need tips to make life easier!
We keep busy with lots of academic activities, but we also love to hike, swim, and play outdoors. As homeschoolers, we are involved in a special playgroup that enjoys playtime in local parks, roller skating, jump centers, and educational field trips. It seems, like many other busy families, we are always on the go and

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Published on March 18, 2015 14:35

March 2, 2015

Homeschool PE Egg Hunt for Elementary Students: Fun for a Family Get Together Party too!

Get Fit with this Creative Physical Education Easter Egg Hunt for Parties or PE Class

This Egg Hunt isn't just for Easter. Add physical fitness to your family get together, birthday party, gym class, or homeschool PE. Hide the eggs outdoors, and then hide physical fitness activities inside each egg. Make a game out of working out! In the video below, we improvised and had fun turning exercise

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Published on March 02, 2015 03:05

February 28, 2015

15 Resources for Dr. Seuss Lesson Plans Elementary School and Homeschool

Lesson Plans for Elementary and Homeschool Dr. Seuss Curriculum



 Dr. Seuss Lesson Plans Elementary School and Homeschool.


Celebrate Dr. Seuss' Birthday with Dr. Seuss Lesson Plans for Elementary and Homeschool. We've scoured the web, especially our favorite blogs and websites, for companion activities for. Dr. Seuss books. When is Dr. Seuss' birthday? March 2. Enjoy!


Make a fake cake to

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Published on February 28, 2015 04:34

February 23, 2015

Cinquain Poetry: Fun Adjective and Adverb Video Lessons and Online Activities for Homeschooling

Cinquain Poem Examples for Students


In this online homeschooling lesson, we explore adjectives and adverbs and then use what we've learned to write a Cinquain poem. We found some fun videos and activities to help teach the difference between an adverb and an adjective. Scroll down for examples of Cinquain poetry. Enjoy!





Cinquain Poem Examples for Students.







What does an Adverb do?


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Published on February 23, 2015 04:00

February 20, 2015

5 Best Sleepover Games and Activities for Teens

Plan the Best Sleepover Ever with These 5 Cool Games and Activities for Teens
These 5 easy party ideas for teenagers will help you plan a fun sleepover or even the best slumber party ever! Click the links to find more great birthday party ideas for both teen boys and girls. Enjoy!



5 Best Sleepover Games and Activities for Teens.




Backwards Birthday Party





Have all the guest wear all

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Published on February 20, 2015 19:34

February 13, 2015

7 Sight Word Games for Preschool and Elementary

Fun Sight Word Activities

Learning sight words can be fun. These 7 sight word games for preschool and elementary incorporate sensory elements and make the letters tangible whenever possible. We rounded up all of our fun sight word activities and letter lessons to help you plan curriculum for preschool, kindergarten, and first grade. Enjoy!







Sight Word Games for Preschool and Elementary.



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Published on February 13, 2015 08:30

February 9, 2015

Abraham Lincoln and George Washington Compare and Contrast: President's Day Skit and Lesson

George Washington and Abraham Lincoln Stage Play for President's Day
Abraham Lincoln and George Washington were two of America's most beloved presidents. In this compare and contrast lesson for homeschoolers or school enrichment, we answer a popular question, were Washington and Lincoln friends? Find out by performing our stage play for classroom use. The free printable skit imagines what it

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Published on February 09, 2015 07:46

February 6, 2015

What Year is 2015 in the Chinese New Year?

What year is it in Chinese New Year?
Wondering, what year is 2015 in Chinese New Year? 2015 is the year of the sheep (also goat and ram). The Chinese New Year, year of the sheep runs from February 19, 2015 to February 7, 2016 or the Lunar New Year. In honor of 2015 Chinese New Year, we are sharing a free printable trace and color, sheep coloring sheet. Enjoy!




2015 is the year of the sheep.



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Published on February 06, 2015 06:59

January 26, 2015

Social Studies for Kids: Treaty of Paris Free Online Lesson for Homeschoolers

Free Online History Lesson for Homeschoolers: The Treaty of Paris
In this fun Social Studies Lesson for Kids, we delve into the 1783 Treaty of Paris. Like most of our free online lessons for homeschoolers, this lesson can be adapted for children from K-12. We always try to include something for all age groups. Teacher Resources, Curriculum, Free Printable PDFS, and Lesson Plans are included at

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Published on January 26, 2015 03:30