Category: childhood

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Our Family Favorite Things

Anna Knaub

This content is a personal list of favorite items and resources, emphasizing recommendations for family activities, games, and essential items. Highlights include Loops Engage 2 earbuds for noise-cancellation, a lovely Bible bag for a camper, durable Ryan & Rose hairbands, comfortable Teva sandals, and educational games like Trekking. Important books on animal habitats are mentioned, along with creative play ideas using cardboard boxes. The list concludes with mentions of DIY popsicle bags and cozy lounge sets from Costco, signaling practical, enjoyable choices for families.

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Mommy Morning Time

Anna Knaub

I'm not a morning person. I like sleep. I've always been one to stay up all night reading. For as long as I could remember, waking up for school wasn't just painful because I was a teenager, but my *best sleep* always seems to happen between 4:30am and 6:30am, which is VERY unhelpful when you… Continue reading Mommy Morning Time

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Home Zoo

Anna Knaub

The "Home Zoo" activity engages children by enabling them to create a cardboard zoo using stuffed animals, complete with informational signs. This project incorporates learning about animal habitats and enhances skills in using references like indexes and glossaries. It promotes creativity with art supplies while fostering educational fun.

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Book Kits For Family Read Aloud Time

Anna Knaub

The post discusses the importance of read-alouds in homeschool settings, emphasizing their role in engaging children of different ages. The author shares personal experiences of finding creative ways to keep younger children involved while reading, such as creating themed "kits" based on classic stories like The Secret Garden and Anne of Green Gables. These kits combine books, cookbooks, posters, and devotionals to foster interactive and enjoyable family reading experiences. The author invites suggestions for more book kits to explore.

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Maximizing Outdoor Learning: 500+ Hours of Education Outdoors

Anna Knaub

The author reflects on spending over 600 hours outdoors with their children, blending education with nature. They highlight practical tips like using a milk crate for school supplies and chalk for creative learning activities, such as city planning and math. Nature journals and family walks further enrich their educational experiences.