20 Valentine’s Day Writing Prompts to Add to Your Writing Class in February
Valentine’s Day can be so fun for kids. I remember being excited to pick out the box of 36 Valentine’s cards I’d give my classmates and excited…
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Summer Activities for Teens for A Fun and Engaging Summer
Don't let teens waste their summer being bored. Here are some fun summer activities for teens. Help your teen find something to keep them busy AND have fun this summer.
Leap Day Activities: Loads of Leap Year Fun with the Kids
Leap Year only occurs every four years. Make it a fun day with these fun Leap Day activities. Kids will have fun learning some history, doing some crafts, eating some fun food, and more.
Fun Thanksgiving Activities for Teens: Crafting Memories for Years to Come
Thanksgiving, a time of gratitude, family gatherings, and delicious feasts, is a special occasion for many. But the holiday can sometimes feel a bit boring for teens,…
Try These 10 Terrific STEM Toothpick Activities
When I was in school, I hated all the STEM areas. Science, please, no! It is sooo boring. Technology- well, that was slowly becoming more widely used…
A Fun Scarecrow STEM Activity Perfect for Fall {Great for Older Kids}
So many things come to mind when I think of fall. I think of frosty mornings, bright-colored leaves, giant orange pumpkins, and scarecrows. Now, scarecrows are out…
Great 9th-Grade Homeschool Curriculum Ideas for Your High School Student
Oh, boy! I have finally reached the point in our homeschool where both my kids are high schoolers. It seemed like it would be FOREVER before that…
Fun 4th of July Activities for Teens and Families to Do Together
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…
Super Fun Paper Airplanes STEM Challenges (and Some Science Too)
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…
Public Speaking for Teens: A Great Course for Kids in Grades 6-12
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.