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A Book and a Big Idea: Commotion in the Ocean

By Dianna Kennedy 12 Comments

crafts for Commotion in the Ocean

Since we love beach books for kids around here, we’ve been busy making ocean themed crafts this summer. We’re making jellyfish crafts, octopus crafts, and even some beach pudding snacks! We recently read Commotion in the Ocean, and my kids were delighted by the colorful story of ocean life. This classic book from Giles Andreae […]

Filed Under: Family Life, The Homeschooling Life Tagged With: beach books, beach crafts, book and a big idea, children, family, homeschooling, ocean crafts

10 Healthy Snacks for Kids

By Dianna Kennedy 2 Comments

healthy snack ideas for kids

During the summer, we spend a lot of time away from home. While we’re at the park or pool, I need healthy snacks for my family that we can grab and go. Here are the healthy snacks for kids you’ll find in our pantry, fridge and lunchboxes. 1. Clif Bars My kids and I both […]

Filed Under: Around the House, Family Life, The Homeschooling Life Tagged With: Around the House, children, family, healthy eating, healthy living, healthy snacks for kids, homeschooling, iHN, iHomeschool Network, parenting, Top Ten Tuesdays

5 Days of Water Play for Kids : Let’s Get Started!

By Dianna Kennedy 1 Comment

water play for kids

Hooray! It’s summer! Time to get outdoors and enjoy the sunshine and warmer temperatures! How do my kids stay cool while playing outdoors in the heat and humidity? It’s all about water play! For the next five days, as part of the iHomeschool Network’s Summer Hopscotch, I’ll be sharing five fun water play ideas for […]

Filed Under: Around the House, Family Life, The Homeschooling Life Tagged With: children, family, parenting, summer fun!, water play, water play for babies, water play for children, water play for kids

10 Books for Girls Who Love Horses

By Dianna Kennedy 12 Comments

books for girls who love horses

As a homeschooling family, our schedule is pretty flexible. If one of our children shows an interest in a particular subject or sport, we’re able to spend time to explore it further. Right now, Rachel is obsessed with horses and horseback riding, along with books about horses. Last year, we bought a Groupon for riding […]

Filed Under: Family Life, The Homeschooling Life Tagged With: #ihsnet, book lists, books about horses, children, family, homeschooling, horseback riding, iHN, iHomeschool Network, top ten tuesday

6 Tips for Smoother Mornings with Your Children

By Dianna Kennedy 17 Comments

tips for mornings with children

In my house, we have a running joke that we NEVER schedule play dates or doctor’s visits before noon. It’s just too much of a struggle to get 4 small children up and out the door. Mornings can be stressful for families, no doubt! I’ll share my best tips for making sure things run a […]

Filed Under: Around the House, Family Life Tagged With: children, family, motherhood, parenting, tips for smoother mornings, Works for Me Wednesday

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