His Mercy is New

Homemade Pot-pourri

Crafts with the Kids· Five in a Row· Recipes

We started this project when we read about Paul Revere and colonial times. We learned how to make pot-pourri the colonial way! But I thought I would make a separate post, because I think this makes a great gift idea! Items needed *flower petals (fragrant flowers) *lemon or orange rind *herb leaves – I used lavendar, you can also used…
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Our week with Paul Revere & Ben Franklin

Crafts with the Kids· Five in a Row

We have enjoyed our first walk down the American History trail! I didn’t realize that I had so much to learn! Everything we learned about Paul Revere and Benjamin Franklin was pretty much new to me as well! I especially didn’t know all of the things that Benjamin Franklin did! I guess I knew the whole flying a kite in…
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A Squirrel Unit

Nature Study· Unit Studies

I know they can be a nuisance, but we have been fascinated watching these creatures in our backyard…and on top of our bird feeders! So, we decided to learn a bit more about them this next week! NOTE: If you come across a good squirrel craft OR a realistic coloring page of a squirrel, please pass those links on to…
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Overheard

Bragging on My Kids· Parenting

This is one of those conversations that made my heart melt…and pound at the same time! I didn’t quite know how to respond to my 3 year old boy. One night before bed this is what Caleb said to me… Mommy: night night, Caleb. I love you! Caleb: Mommy, what is love? Mommy: ummmmmm, welllll….ummm. Caleb: No mommy, what is…
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Our Timeline

Homeschooling - General

I had this posted on my old blog and it just never got moved over. Here is our timeline! It is very simple and I really like it as far as timelines go! It is easy to use because you can add things or move things without re-doing your entire timeline! I originally got this idea from Linda Faye over…
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