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Truth About Summer School (and 11 Surprising Alternatives)

Thinking about summer school? We're discussing purpose of summer school, is summer school bad or if there are benefits of summer classes, and 11 unique alternatives to summer schooling. Let's take a look at summer school — a topic that affects both traditional students and homeschooling students. I know... read more →

JACQUELINE WILSON

23 St Patrick’s Day Facts, Crafts and Lesson Plan Ideas

St. Patrick's day facts, ideas and crafts for St Patrick's Day, and other awesome St Patrick's Day for kids activities! Add this to your list of lessons of fun holidays for kids to study! Let's get right to st patrick's day traditions, background, origin and meaning! ST. PATRICK'S DAY FACTS... read more →

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29 UNIQUE Dr. Seuss Day Activities and Lessons (Perfect for Read Across America)

Celebrating Dr. Seuss Day? We have 29 unique and creative kids' activities, crafts, and lessons to celebrate some of your favorite Dr Seuss characters and books — perfect for Read Across America Day / Week! When is Dr. Seuss Day? Dr. Seuss Day is Monday, March 2, 2020, which also... read more →

JACQUELINE WILSON

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Searching Summer Camp for Kids? 15 Crucial Questions To Ask First

Thinking about summer camp for kids? Before you start searching kids summer camp near me and creating camp packing lists, first ask these 15 crucial questions about programs for kids in the summer. It's summer vacation and everyone wants to have fun for the summer, right? But, summer time... read more →

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How Do I Get My Homeschool Transcript?

How do you create a homeschool transcript? Do you need a school transcript for college admission? We'll walk you through easily creating a high school transcript for your homeschooler when they graduate and receive their diploma. In this homeschool post, we'll cover: Is there such a thing as a... read more →

JACQUELINE WILSON

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Behind In School: How To Catch Up In Homeschool FAST

Wondering about being behind in school: how to catch up? We have helpful tips if you're falling behind schedule, including how to catch up in homeschool fast, reminders about flexible homeschool schedules, and real tips on helping when a homeschooled child is behind (from kindergarten to teen!) and other important... read more →

JACQUELINE WILSON

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Forget New Year’s Resolutions: 7 Remarkably Effective Things For Families To Do Instead

What are unique New Year's resolutions for kids and parents? Here are 7 effective and creative ways for family goal setting to spark positive changes in the new year--in fun ways that bring about real accomplishments and improvements (without resolution failures!). First... What are New Year resolutions? New Year's resolutions... read more →

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12 Unique New Year Countdown Ideas for Kids (That You Probably Never Thought Of)

So you want to do a New Year countdown with kids and have some New Year fun? We have the best New Years countdown ideas, party games, and New Year's Eve party ideas for families that are fun for all ages—so unique you've probably never thought of them! Want to know... read more →

JACQUELINE WILSON

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What is Kwanzaa? Meaning and Traditions for Kids

What is Kwanzaa? We're discussing who celebrates Kwanzaa, principals, candles, meaning, traditions, Kwanzaa food and more! So, is Kwanzaa a real holiday? And, what religion celebrates Kwanzaa? Let's take a closer look at the holiday of Kwanzaa! What is Kwanzaa? What is Kwanzaa and why is it celebrated?... read more →

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10 Elf on Shelf Alternatives That Won’t Make You Insane

Looking for Elf on Shelf alternatives? Been wondering What can I use instead of Elf on the Shelf? We have 10 alternatives to the elf Christmas tradition that won't make you insane (and your kids will love)! If you're looking for Elf On Shelf easy ideas, might I suggest... read more →

JACQUELINE WILSON