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Read more about the article Fun 4th of July Activities for Teens and Families to Do Together

Fun 4th of July Activities for Teens and Families to Do Together

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  • Post published:June 6, 2023
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The Fourth of July is a great time to spend with friends and family. We look forward to every year. Though my kiddos are teens, we still have fun together.…

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Read more about the article Super Fun Paper Airplanes STEM Challenges (and Some Science Too)

Super Fun Paper Airplanes STEM Challenges (and Some Science Too)

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  • Post published:May 24, 2023
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I bet you've made a paper airplane or two in your life. Did you know that paper airplanes are a fun and easy way to teach kids of all ages…

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Read more about the article Public Speaking for Teens: A Great Course for Kids in Grades 6-12

Public Speaking for Teens: A Great Course for Kids in Grades 6-12

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  • Post published:May 10, 2023
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Make sure your kids develop effective communication skills they'll need for life. Check out this review of a great public speaking program for teens. IEW has a fantastic 12 week program to help.

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Read more about the article 10 Outdoor Learning Ideas for Days It is Too Nice to Be Indoors

10 Outdoor Learning Ideas for Days It is Too Nice to Be Indoors

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  • Post published:April 18, 2023
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When the weather's nice, staying indoors and getting work done is hard. I live in a northern state where I spend most of the year cold. So when the cold…

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Read more about the article A Great Online Science Curriculum Option for Your Homeschool (All Ages)

A Great Online Science Curriculum Option for Your Homeschool (All Ages)

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  • Post published:March 31, 2023
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Of all the subjects I need to teach as a homeschool mom, I don't really mind science. However, I was a little intimidated by the thought of teaching high school…

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Read more about the article An Easy Way to Add High School Extracurricular Activities (and Electives)

An Easy Way to Add High School Extracurricular Activities (and Electives)

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  • Post published:March 15, 2023
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Are you homeschooling a high schooler and trying to figure out how to include extracurricular activities on their high school transcript? Me, too. It is tough with a non-sporty kid.…

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Read more about the article Geography Activities for Kids: Great Ideas for Hands-On Learning Fun

Geography Activities for Kids: Great Ideas for Hands-On Learning Fun

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  • Post published:March 1, 2023
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During my first week as a student teacher, the teacher I was working with gave me the task of teaching geography during my semester-long placement with her. From there, I…

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Read more about the article Super Snowman Activities to Make Learning So Much Fun

Super Snowman Activities to Make Learning So Much Fun

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  • Post published:January 11, 2023
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Make learning fun with these great snowman activity ideas. You can find ideas for snowman books, crafts, STEM activities, early learning packets, and more!

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Read more about the article Kitchen Adventures a Cooking Subscription Box for Kids 7+ {A Review}

Kitchen Adventures a Cooking Subscription Box for Kids 7+ {A Review}

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  • Post published:December 8, 2022
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When I look back at some of my favorite memories with my kids, we were often having fun in the kitchen together. Cooking is a great family activity and teaches…

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Read more about the article The Dissolving Candy Cane Experiment: Great Fun for the Family

The Dissolving Candy Cane Experiment: Great Fun for the Family

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  • Post published:November 25, 2022
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Around the holidays, we always have candy canes around the house. My kids, especially my son, are obsessed with getting candy canes. My boy likes to eat them, put them…

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