Dreamtreaders by Wayne Thomas Batson ~ Book Review

My Review This novel is a departure from what I normally review, and also from my normal personal reading list.  Although fascinated by the title and publisher’s description, references to a “Nightmare Lord,” made me reluctant to hand the book over to my young niece to review. It took a …

Wings of America: Up Close and Personal with Birds of Prey

Fascinating and Educational If you are visiting Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee this year, be sure to visit the Wings of America exhibit and show. It is a fascinating glimpse at America’s birds of prey, including the Golden Eagle and Bald Eagle. The show is captivating to kids and adults …

I Love You All the Same ~ Book Review

I Love You All the Same Three playful bear cubs discover that although they are not alike, their parents love them all the same!  The siblings realize that they can enjoy each other and love each other despite their differences.  This little board book would make a cute gift for …

Sleep Sweet My Little One ~ Book Review

Imagination! Disclosure: I was not compensated for this post, but was given a free book to review. I only recommend products and companies that I will be of benefit to my readers. This post contains affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after …

Growing With Jesus Devotional Book For Children ~ Book Review

Devotions For Kids Disclosure: I was not compensated for this post, but was given a free book to review.  I only recommend products and companies that I will be of benefit to my readers. Recently it’s been on my heart to start some regular devotion time with my daughter – …

The Kid Who Changed The World ~ Book Review

Review Reading to my child has been important to me since I brought her home from the hospital – fun books, ABC and 123 books, animal books…you name it.  Now that she is growing and understanding more every day, I’m looking for meaningful and interesting books that challenge her, but …

We’re Going On A Trip! Free Travel Printables ~ Suitcase Craft, Pretend Passport, and More

A Mini-Lesson in World Cultures Updated March 14, 2018 Yesterday my preschooler and I packed our suitcases and went on a trip…to ancient Persia.  We slept overnight in a hotel, then jumped on a train (yes, a train) and traveled to South America for breakfast! Disclosure: Some of the links …

Writing by smoorenburg on flickr

Our Experience at the Great Homeschool Convention in Greenville

A few weeks ago my husband and I had the opportunity to attend a Great Homeschool Convention in Greenville, SC.  It was our first homeschool convention ever, so we didn’t know what to expect.  We were amazed!   The speakers and curriculum exhibits were wonderful, but the biggest benefit I …

The Story of Jesus Book For Toddlers & Preschoolers ~ A Review

Disclosure: I was not compensated for this post, but was given a free book to review. I am an affiliate of Amazon, and will receive a small commission if the links on this page are used to make a purchase. This is my second month as a Tommy Nelson Mommy, …

Crafts For Kids ~ Coloring, Mini Books, Bookmarks, and More (Free Printables)

I hope you enjoy these crafts with your kids! I’ll add all the kids’ crafts printables that I create to this post – check back every once in awhile for updates.  You may also browse free printables on this site by theme. Terms of Use These printables are provided at …

God Bless Our Easter ~ Children’s Book Review

Disclosure: I was not compensated for this post, but was given a free book to review.  I only recommend products and companies that I will be of benefit to my readers. Review God Bless Our Easter is a sweet little book that introduces little ones to some adorable Springtime animals – …

Garden Printables ~ Free Charts & Planners Plus Activities For Kids

We just purchased some broccoli plants (a first for us) and a tomato plant, and we have some seed packets waiting for us on the kitchen counter.  Tomorrow is supposed to be a nice day, so hopefully we can start our little garden! Enjoy these garden-themed printables – there are …

Sensory Play Ideas For Young Learners ~ My Sensory Box Subscription Review

Disclosure: I was not compensated for this post, but I received a complimentary sensory box to review. This afternoon my preschooler was quite excited to find a package in the mailbox.  She was even happier to open it and discover a box full of little toys and goodies for her …

The Legend of the Three Trees DVD ~ A Review

Disclosure: I was not compensated for this post, but was given a free DVD to review.  I only recommend products and companies that I will be of benefit to my readers. Review The Legend of the Three Trees is a wonderful story about three different trees who each have dreams …

Poetry For Young Children ~ A Song from the Suds by Louisa May Alcott (Free Printable)

Following is another wonderful poem that kids will enjoy, adding to the Poetry For Young Children series on this blog.  You may enjoy previous posts from this series: My Shadow by Robert Louis Stevenson and The Rum Tum Tugger by T.S. Eliot. Disclosure: I am an affiliate of Amazon.com, and …

Math + Logic: Numbers, Patterns and Shapes (Free Printables)

Enjoy these practice pages with your kids! I’ll add all the math and logic activity pages that I create to this post – check back every once in awhile for updates.  You may also browse free printables on this site by theme. Terms of Use These printables are provided at …