This post is part of the series “Around the World in 28 Weeks: Art, Literature & Geography Lessons for Kindergarten.” For an introduction, overview of the entire course, and links to more lesson plans, please click here. Thank you for visiting Cotton Ridge Homeschool! Introduction to Week 3 This week …
This post is part of the series “Around the World in 28 Weeks: Art, Literature & Geography Lessons for Kindergarten.” For an introduction, overview of the entire course, and links to more lesson plans, please click here. Thank you for visiting Cotton Ridge Homeschool! Introduction to Week 2 This week …
This post is part of the series “Around the World in 28 Weeks: Art, Literature & Geography Lessons for Kindergarten.” For an introduction, overview of the entire course, and links to more lesson plans, please click here. Thank you for visiting Cotton Ridge Homeschool! Introduction to Week 1 This week …
A Trip Around The World Updated March 2015 I’m excited about teaching one of my daughter’s homeschool coop classes this coming year. It’s only June, but I am planning ahead! The class I’ll be teaching will be centered around our favorite things to do: reading and arts & crafts. We …
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 – …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Disclosure: I was compensated for this post, however, my opinions are based upon personal, positive experience. I only recommend products and companies that I believe will be of benefit to my readers. Inspirational AND Fun Meet Iesodo (Yay – Sa – Doe), an amazing dove who loves all the birds …
This year I am planning a butterfly-themed Valentines Day party; a little different, I know! The theme was partly inspired by a gift from my mom-in-law to my daughter of a butterfly cupcake decorating set, and partly by my fervent desire for an early Spring. First in this post are …
One of the subjects I’d like to add to our routine is poetry. I confess that while I appreciate poetry, it has been neglected here! My daughter really enjoys it, and I know it is good for her little brain. To remedy the situation I’ve set a new goal: read …
One of our annual traditions is planning and hosting a Valentines Day party for my daughter, nieces, and friends. We have party food, of course, like cupcakes or cookies, and do a craft. Last year, my preschooler and I made these easy Valentine Peanut Butter Butterscotch Rice Krispies Treats for …
Disclosure: SuperCool Art, LLC sent me a complimentary painting kit to review. Below is my honest opinion. My preschooler is always thrilled when packages are delivered here, especially when they are for her! Our Day At The Zoo painting kit from SuperCool Art arrived yesterday morning, and M was very …
Amber designs and creates cute, high-quality paper craft kits for kids and adults at reasonable prices. Visit her Etsy Shop to see more of what she has to offer! A Creative Spirit I consider myself to have a creative spirit and I love the fact that being a mom allows …