Chinese New Year Hands On Unit Study
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Chinese New Year Hands On Unit Study

ByErin

My favorite method of learning about other cultures is learning about and participating in their holidays. I think holidays often bring out the best in people and emanate happiness. And when my kids think of other cultures, I don’t want them to be bogged down by the differences or the not as wonderful parts. I…

No Prep Winter Mini Eraser Math Pages
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No Prep Winter Mini Eraser Math Pages

ByErin

I think I am obsessed with mini erasers. I stalk the Target Dollar Spot. And then I pick up every single one they put out. So I have to make pages to go with them or the obsession is slightly unjustified. (Find many more Mini Eraser Themes Here!)     These Winter Mini Eraser pages…

Christmas Mini Eraser Math Sets for Santa and Candy Canes
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Christmas Mini Eraser Math Sets for Santa and Candy Canes

ByErin

Don’t have the mini erasers? No problem! There’s a page at the back where you can print your own. Print on cardstock so they’re thick enough to withstand use! But check Target to see if they still have some!   Mini erasers have become one of our biggest motivators in learning. My kids love them….

The Powerful Truth of Homeschooling with Chronic Illness
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The Powerful Truth of Homeschooling with Chronic Illness

ByErin

Last year I had the joy of adding hyperthyroidism/graves disease to my short list of chronic illnesses. I knew it was coming – I’ve had a questionable thyroid since I was 12 – but it was still a bit of a shock. And I totally denied the idea that it was a chronic illness. How…

Christmas Code Breakers for Addition and Multiplication
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Christmas Code Breakers for Addition and Multiplication

ByErin

My kids love things like puns, riddles, and trivia. In fact, I can get them to practice almost any skills by using one of those three ideas. (Check out this fun printable Christmas movie trivia  if your kids are also into trivia). These Christmas themed code breakers are perfect for practicing a bit of addition…

Christmas Math Mats for Hands On Subtraction and Addition
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Christmas Math Mats for Hands On Subtraction and Addition

ByErin

There are many ways to practice math but it seems like hands-on methods are the clearest and easiest methods. Hands on ten frame mats and number lines are two great hands-on ways to practice math. These roll, draw, and solve addition mats are another great way to work on math skills! Different methods will appeal to different kids….

Christmas Color by Reducing Fractions
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Christmas Color by Reducing Fractions

ByErin

Today Royal (the 8-year-old) said fractions are his favorite thing in the entire world. We’re taking him to the doctor tomorrow (We contemplated urgent care but we had brownies in the dinner). For the rest of us who don’t think fractions are all that amazing, a bit of practice with reducing them is always a…

Can you make Rudolph Fly? A Christmas STEM Project
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Can you make Rudolph Fly? A Christmas STEM Project

ByErin

Can you make Rudolph fly? It’s actually more about making him fall and then fly. This STEM Project is a great lesson on buoyancy that goes slightly past the sink or float type tests! Why STEM Projects are Important STEM is such an important area for kids to learn about, engage in, and be exposed…

Reindeer SuDoKu Puzzles – Christmas Logic Fun
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Reindeer SuDoKu Puzzles – Christmas Logic Fun

ByErin

SuDoKu have slowly become an integral part of our lives. They are such a great way to practice logic skills and there are so many themes available that we can always find a reason to work on one. It’s my hope that my kids will graduate to 9×9 with numbers one day!   It is…

Space ABC Writing Booklets for Handwriting Practice
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Space ABC Writing Booklets for Handwriting Practice

ByErin

Handwriting isn’t the most exciting task for most kids.  I know my kids have never taken to handwriting practice and it definitely wasn’t my favorite as a kid. But there were times that I was motivated to write – like when it was fun! I remember a lot of fun writing projects (and probably forgot…

Learn shapes and fine motor skills with playdough
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Learn shapes and fine motor skills with playdough

ByErin

Shapes and playdough seem like such a great combination, right? Playing with something fun like playdough all while learning about shapes! I knew it was a winning combination and thus, the shape playdough mats were created! They’re great for open-ended play or more directed learning. There are so many great ways to learn about and work…