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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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Summer *Classic* Bookish Bingo

Anna Knaub

A friend of mine did a summer bingo and asked if I had one she could add to her newsletter. I said, "NO! But I can make one!" Famous words. I thought really hard about this. For real. It was tricky because I also wanted to pick books I don't currently teach in my classes,… Continue reading Summer *Classic* Bookish Bingo

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.

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The Whole Parent: Embracing Hobbies

Anna Knaub

The author reflects on childhood memories shared with parents and how they influenced the development of personal hobbies. The text emphasizes the importance of maintaining adult interests outside of parenting for mental health, while also sharing those passions with children. It advocates for a balanced approach to parenting and personal fulfillment.

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Our Favorite 4th Quarter Adventures

Anna Knaub

Initially I had named this "Holiday Adventures" but really, it's all of our favorite things to do through Fall, the holidays, and Winter. Why? Mostly because everyone else has gone back to school so we have free reign. But there are plenty of other perks too! Posting this early means you can think about these… Continue reading Our Favorite 4th Quarter Adventures