There’s nothing quite like field day games to bring people together in a celebration of sunshine, laughter, and friendly competition. When I think back to my days in elementary school and some fun family reunions, the days with field day games were some of my favorites. Seeing people hobble across the field in a sack […]
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If you have a family member finishing high school or college, you might be right in the thick of graduation party food ideas for your celebration! Of my 9 children, four have graduated from high school and right now the fourth party is happening in just a few days! Our first son graduated during COVID,
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As my kids were growing up and we would do science experiments, it never ceased to amaze me how much joy and fun they got doing experiments with baking soda and vinegar. Whether we were making a volcano or inflating a balloon…they LOVED using these two ingredients! I used to joke that a homeschool co-op
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If you’ve ever wished for a deeper homeschool community, more shared learning opportunities, or simply more consistent connection for your kids—you’ve probably considered joining or starting a homeschool co-op. But here’s the truth: while starting a homeschool co-op can be one of the best investments you make in your family’s education and relationships, it can
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6 Tips: Use BaseCampED to Find Homeschool Activities Near Me
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After more than 17 years of homeschooling, I’ve seen firsthand how different homeschool groups and co-ops can serve families in unique ways. Our family has participated in a variety of these groups—some volunteer-run, others tuition-based, and everything in between. For six years, I was the Director of a homeschool co-op, and for 14 years, I
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This amazing list of Father’s Day Questions is the key to great conversations. Use this meaningful, and thoughtful list to ask your dad and grandpa—the men who helped shape your life. Father’s Day is a wonderful time to honor the men in our lives who have invested in us. Good dads (and uncles and grandpas
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Learning about national symbols of the United States is an easy way to introduce civics to kids—without needing a big textbook or a boring lesson plan. In fact, some of the symbols of the United States are things kids see all the time. From the flag of the United States waving in front of schools,
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When I was growing up, leadership education wasn’t something we talked about. Sure, I took classes, volunteered, and joined a few programs—but I didn’t understand why they mattered. No one explained that these were opportunities to develop leadership skills or how they could shape my future. By the time I had my own kids, I
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Can you imagine spending 1,000 hours outside with your kids in just one calendar year? It sounds incredible—and maybe a bit intimidating. That’s exactly what the 1000 Hours Outside Challenge dares families to do: swap excessive screen time for meaningful outdoor time. Started by Ginny Yurich, a mom who was inspired by British educator Charlotte
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