{Disclaimer: I received a FREE copy of this product through the HOMESCHOOL REVIEW CREW in exchange for my honest review. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way.}Home School in the Woods is chock-full of amazing, family-friendly, flexible resources that integrate well into a plethora of school plans. You may remember our previous review of their Composers Activity-Pak, which we loved. We were blessed to receive their digital U.S. Elections Lap-Pak, recommended for 3-8th grade, for review. Our family loves hands-on activities and lapbooks so this was a perfect resource to use when learning about the U.S. elections process and how a U.S. president is chosen.Introduction to our U.S. Elections Lap-PakIncluded in our lap-pak is...
How did learning in lockdown go for you? My 13 year old did brilliantly as he had his usual school day but from home. My 11 and 9 year old did all the work they were set but with a 3 year at home as well I just didn’t have enough time to spend with either of them. I feel like they haven’t learned anything new since March which is probably not too much of a problem for my Y5, but I am a little concerned about my daughter going into Y7. We’ve been looking for ways to ease Sydney back into school work so that the transition from Year 6 to 7 won’t be so daunting in September. This...
It’s here! The weekend is knocking on your door, and with swimming holes at nearby state parks, farmer’s markets, and loads of virtual options if you’re staying put, it’s going to be a doozie. Keep reading for all the ways to have fun, below. photo: iStock Hands-On Fun Take a Walk in Wildwoods at Fernbank Travel around the world and back in time as you discover live animals, amazing places, ancient fossils, prehistoric cultures and new science discoveries inside the museum, and outdoor exhibits, breathtaking walking trails, a canopy walk, native wildlife and nature playgrounds in the 75-acre WildWoods and Fernbank Forest. Here’s the scoop. Oodazu Summer Camps With daily lunch & snack included, your child will spend their small...
By Kara Stiff Are you itching to grow something for the table in these times of bare shelves, but don’t have space? Well, you’re definitely not alone. Gardening is suddenly very popular, both for the calories and the many other benefits. Are you renting and your landlord isn’t interested in plowing up the lawn? Or, maybe you’ve only got a small yard that has to double as pandemic playground for the kids. Perhaps the covenants in your neighborhood restrict the area you can put into beds. Or you’re limited to just a balcony. Whatever restrictions you’re dealing with, I assure you that something yummy can be grown! Let me show you how. Or rather, let my mom show you. My...
Science museums in Arkansas make perfect day trips for family fun. And since these one-day adventures offer unique learning opportunities, the experience is a real win. We are fortunate to have three amazing museums placed at different points around the state geared toward hands-on learning for children that adults can also enjoy. These state treasures set the scene and allow imaginations to run wild, test the brain on academic concepts and give children who love to tinker the chance to explore in a safe environment. All three of these museums connect through the Association of Science Technology Centers’ Passport Program. When you purchase a membership to one of these museums, you also get privileges to more than 350 member museums...
