Boat STEM Activities for Homeschool- Family Learning Lab: Boat Builders
Have you ever wondered why a massive cargo ship can float while a tiny pebble sinks? It’s one of those questions that naturally sparks curiosity, and it’s…
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14 STEM Activities with Popsicle Sticks for Kids
Craft sticks are one of those inexpensive supplies that can turn an ordinary afternoon into a STEM challenge. With just a handful of sticks and a few…
22 Low-Prep Homeschool Activities Using Supplies You Already Have
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably spent hours scrolling Pinterest looking for fun homeschool activities. Those subscription boxes and activity kits look amazing, but they’re not…
A Simple Cursive Writing Curriculum for Homeschoolers (An IEW Review)
When I was growing up, cursive writing was simply something you did. Teachers expected papers to be written in cursive or typed on a typewriter. Later, computers…
Beat Summer Boredom with the Ultimate Summer Activities Planner for Kids
Summer break should feel like a gift, but if you’re a parent, you know how fast “I’m bored!” can turn a sunny afternoon into a full-on standoff.…
How to Create a Summer Reading Program Your Kids Will Actually Love
Summer reading programs at the library are great… in theory. But if you’ve ever tried to wrangle multiple kids, different age groups, and conflicting schedules just to…
Why We Started Poetry Memorization (And Why We’re Not Stopping): An IEW Review
If you’re like me, the words poetry memorization probably brought up one of two reactions: either a nostalgic smile or a mild sense of dread. I’ll be…
7 Spring STEM Challenges for Multi-Age Homeschoolers
Spring has a way of making kids restless. Honestly, parents, too. The windows are open, the birds are loud, and sitting inside suddenly feels like a bad…
The Easter Boat Challenge Your Kids Will Beg to Do Every Year
PEEPS are back on the shelves, and whether your kids love them or just love playing with them, this is the perfect time to grab a box.…
Journey Homeschool Academy Review: An Honest Look at Their Online Science Curriculum
{Update February 2026. Original post from March 2023} Teaching science has never really bothered me as a homeschool mom until I started thinking about high school science.…