April 2017

Did you know? The Arbor Day Foundation has a Nature Explore Program for children, complete with a Families' Club, and more. Although membership isn't necessary, it only costs $10 - and you receive…


Interesting facts - Everyone likes trees....and we all know we need trees.  But did you know the following? One acre of forest absorbs six tons of carbon dioxide and puts out four tons of…


Two common—and timely—buzzwords in education are the acronyms STEM and STEAM. STEM, as you may know, is short for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Educators in the United…


Typing App for Homeschool Education. Type and Play to Learn the Fun Way! And it's FREE! From Typing Fingers. It is through words we express ourselves and communicate. With the widespread use…


APRIL 24, 2017

Earth Day, Every Day

Earth Day, every day.   What a great concept to instill in our children. Yes, Earth Day was Saturday, but it's our responsibility EVERY day, to do what we can, to protect the…


  Earth Day is tomorrow! And if you completely forgot about it - here are some quick links. It's not too late!   :) http://www.dltk-kids.com/Crafts/earth/index.html http://www.pinterest.com/carrotsrorange/earth-day-activities-for-kids/ http://www.enchantedlearning.com/crafts/earthday/ http://www.notimeforflashcards.com/2012/04/20-earth-day-crafts-activities-for-kids.html Have…


  Earth Day Pancakes (Earth Day is April 22nd) This is a guest blog post written by Renae C.   Homeschool fun - start your kids off right for Earth Day by making Earth Day…


  Recycling Facts How long does it takes for garbage to break down?  Some answers are astounding! plastics take 500 years aluminum cans take 500 years organic materials take 6…


Born Free books tell the stories of wild animals around the world that have been saved from a lifetime of cruelty and suffering. Chances are, parents will be intrigued by these books as they…


This is a Guest Blog Post Written by Aurora Lipper, Owner of Supercharged Science   Can you use the power of the sun without using fancy and expensive solar cells? You bet! We’re…