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A Few Freebies for You

Mar32015

We all love freebies, right? (I know I do!) Rather than wait until the weekend to share, here are a few fun things to grab now and start using! Watercolor Butterfly Tutorial Our kids love the detailed art lessons from See the Light. Right now they have a FREE watercolor butterfly tutorial available to newsletter subscribers. Laurianna will be working on her this week, so I’ll be sharing … [Continue reading...]

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Homeschool Wrap Up – Weeks 23 and 24

Mar22015

The last two weeks have gotten us back into a groove (finally!). Taking a week off was much needed, but those winter blahs have set in around here. We’ve had a lot of snow and don’t even get me started on the cold. YIKES! Let’s just say I’m not a fan and would rather be curled up by the fireplace, under a warm blanket, with a  cup of tea, and reading a book. It definitely makes it hard to get in … [Continue reading...]

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Sheep Crafts, Visiting Asia, and Weather Learning – Preschool and Kindergarten Community

Feb272015

Anyone else ready for some WARM weather? The temps have been crazy in our parts and I’m ready for a little bit of spring to start peeking through! In case the crazies are setting in where you live, here are a few ideas to keep you busy this next week…or two! Celebrate Dr. Seuss Day March 2nd is Dr. Seuss’s birthday - will you be celebrating with any fun activities? Find 30+ Dr. … [Continue reading...]

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Filed Under: PreK and K Community, Preschool Corner 2 Comments

Elderberry Fruit Smoothie Recipe

Feb262015

Fruit smoothies are a something that our kids drink daily. More recently we’ve started adding something yummy to the mix - and for a little more health benefit too. After sharing a picture on Instagram the other day, several of you emailed for the recipe, so I thought it would be great to share. They are really simple, quick, HEALTHY, and our kids love them! Elderberry Fruit Smoothie … [Continue reading...]

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Free Book: Hope for the Heart of the Homeschool Mom

Feb242015

We all have days when our heart and spirit are just tired and weary - at least I know I do! In those moments, encouragement is what is most needed. Today and tomorrow only there is a FREE Kindle book available for you - Hope for the Heart of the Heart of the Homeschool Mom: Encouragement for the Days When Sanity is Limited. Sound like something you might need? Grab your encouragement here. … [Continue reading...]

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Free Printable ~ March Personal Planner Pages

Feb232015

Last month I shared a few pages from my yearly personal planner with you all, and I would love to share more this month too. If you want to have a central place to keep track of your goings-on in March, feel free to share and download the March planning pages below. My personal planner has been such a huge help for me and a central place to keep all of our appointments, notes, to-do’s, and so … [Continue reading...]

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