A tasty, easy-to-make meal is a great way to start your week. And this one is made mainly from items you probably already have on hand. A long time ago, my mother shared a "beef popover" recipe with me, and I adapted it to incorporate Manwich sauce (a family favorite). This recipe is made with a savory ground beef mixture on the bottom and a tender golden crust. The sweet and tangy sauce adds a lot of heartiness to this dish. You can choose from several varieties; my top pick is Continue Reading
FREE and Cheap Resources for Teaching Children at Home
School closures and job uncertainty have American parents not only seeking out home learning resources, but ones that are free or inexpensive. This list is for you! But first, this book is a must-have for any parent who's homeschooling on a budget. Homeschool Your Child for Free has been a consistent best-seller since its release in 2000, and has been newly revised and updated: Free Worksheets I've been using these sites for years to print supplemental worksheets for my Continue Reading
Teaching Children to Appreciate the Great Outdoors
How can we teach children that they can be good stewards of the Earth? From the earliest age, they marvel at creation and as parents it's important to foster this wonder and curiosity. Here are some practical ways that you can help instill an appreciation of nature and the outdoors in your family. Sowing and Reaping Planting trees, flowers and vegetables is an ideal family activity that gets everyone together for a useful purpose. Children love to help pick out plant varieties and can help Continue Reading
A Modeling Clay Set That’s Ideal for Preschoolers
Children have plenty of imagination to spare when it comes to building and creating, but if you'd like a modeling set that provides more guidance and inspiration for young children, take a look at Timberdoodle's Djeco Modeling Dough Prints & Shapes. We received this set in exchange for a review, and have found it to be a great addition to our homeschooling. The focus here is on shapes, colors and textures, with an easy-to-follow booklet and four reusable picture boards to create on. Using Continue Reading
AMP Kids: Books for Learning & Pleasure
It's nice to take a break sometimes from dull textbooks and workpages, and have some fun with books. AMP Kids provides loads of options for children who are looking for something fun and enriching this winter. From activity books to full-length novels, there are titles for every age and stage. Some of their materials can even be used to supplement your homeschool program. AMP Kids (a division of Andrews McNeel Publishing) sent an assortment of books for our children to enjoy. When you're Continue Reading
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