Category: lifestyle

childhood, curriculum, education, homeschooling, kids, lifestyle, parenting, play, teach

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.

childhood, education, homeschooling, kids, lifestyle, parenting, Uncategorized

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.

childhood, education, homeschooling, kids, lifestyle, play, small business, teach, Uncategorized

Shine On Shine Bins

Anna Knaub

Earlier this summer I discovered Shine Bins. I had been on the hunt for a pre-made sensory bin place for a while. I love sensory bins. I very quickly realized that more often than not, in order to provide the variations I was wanting to provide for Athena, it was going to cost way more… Continue reading Shine On Shine Bins

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Anna Vance Paper Co Planner

Anna Knaub

I'm honestly not quite sure how I came across Anna's Instagram. But somehow I did, and it's been LIFE CHANGING. Sometime over the winter, as I began looking into homeschooling, becoming an evaluator in PA, etc, I found her profile. We chatted here and there and found we had quite a bit in common. Fast… Continue reading Anna Vance Paper Co Planner

health, lifestyle, natural living, self care, wellness

Hands

Anna Knaub

One of the first places on your body to show age is your hands. You could have a beautiful, wrinkle free face, but if your hands start looking like tissue paper, it's a dead giveaway. As a mom I am constantly washing my hands, working in the garden, and putting my hands through the wringer.… Continue reading Hands