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With many small children in the house, homeschool science is hit or miss. We tend to do science in chunks, using our read aloud selections from Memoria Press as a starting point. Lately, we’ve been diving in to studying about more about animals. With this approach, it’s easy to tackle the different ages and stages […]
It’s been about 15 years since I partied on New Year’s Eve. Between my work schedule as a nurse and six children to chase, a raucous celebration isn’t high on my priority list. These days, we celebrate holidays as a family. You’ll find us ringing in the New Year all week long in our own […]
For a family of eight, a trip to the movie night can be cost prohibitive. Instead of spending $50 or more for tickets, we plan family movie nights at home, using our Apple TV and Netflix subscription. How do you create a perfect family movie night? Check out our favorite tricks and tips. 1. Plan […]
As a homeschooling mom of many, there are certain subjects that we tackle as a group. When we’re studying science in our homeschool, we have loads of resources available. Netflix makes exploring science concepts a snap for us. My kids LOVE science, and we’ve had loads of fun watching science documentaries and shows on our iPad […]
With a new baby (along with five brothers and sisters!) in the house, I don’t have time for daily television. Instead, I tend to watch shows in binges, while I’m folding laundry, or while I’m up in the middle of the night nursing this sweet boy. Take a look at the shows I think are […]