Author: inessa

  • First Day of School Grade 1: How We Made It Special!

    First Day of School Grade 1: How We Made It Special!

    The beginning of a new school year always feels exciting. Each year is different—no two first days ever look alike. And honestly, your first day of school probably will not look like your 100th day or your last day either. That’s the beauty of homeschooling: it’s flexible, and it’s important to stay adaptable. We don’t Read more

  • How To Start Homeschooling 101: (When you have no idea what you’re doing)

    How To Start Homeschooling 101: (When you have no idea what you’re doing)

    You’ve probably had that tug to start homeschooling for a while now, and now it is time to make the decision a reality. Homeschooling can feel like an uncharted territory especially if it has not been part of your life previously. There is so much information out there, and it is easy to feel like Read more

  • Easy DIY Pool Noodle Fishing Game With Learning benefits

    Easy DIY Pool Noodle Fishing Game With Learning benefits

    Easy DIY Activity with Motor, Sensory, and Learning Benefits Looking for a fun and educational outdoor activity this summer? This DIY Pool Noodle Fishing Game is a favorite in our home! With just a few simple materials—most of which you probably already have—you can set up an engaging sensory-rich experience your kids will love. Not Read more

  • The Summer Learning Slide : How To Keep Young Minds Learning All Summer Long

    The  Summer Learning Slide : How To Keep Young Minds Learning All Summer Long

    Summer is finally here! It’s a season of sunshine, slower mornings, a chance to relax and reflect after a busy year, and of course make memories! But with all the fun, acquired academic skills take a place on the shelf, collecting dust until the school year picks up again. A couple months off does not Read more

  • Space Themed Homeschool Science: 70+ Engaging Activities

    Space Themed Homeschool Science: 70+ Engaging Activities

    There’s something about space that captures the imagination of children like nothing else. Whether it’s the mystery of the stars, the excitement of rockets blasting off, or the dream of becoming an astronaut, outer space is a fun and engaging theme that can be woven into nearly every homeschool subject. If you’re looking to spark Read more

  • A Simple Treat: Our Favorite Easy Homemade Ice Cream Recipe!

    A Simple Treat: Our Favorite Easy Homemade Ice Cream Recipe!

    Summer is in full swing and what better way to beat the heat and sneak in some learning with a fun tasty recipe? Today I am sharing our favorite homemade ice cream recipe the whole family can join in on the fun! The best part? You can totally kill several school subjects in one go! Read more

  • Worry Free Taste-Safe Play-Doh Recipe for Babies & Toddlers

    Worry Free Taste-Safe Play-Doh Recipe for Babies & Toddlers

    If you are anything like me, you love finding activities that are not only fun but also safe for our little ones. Let’s be honest, no matter how hard we try, everything ends up in our little ones mouths. If you add a few older siblings to the mix, this job gets harder, especially if Read more

  • Navigating LGBTQ+ Pride Month From a Biblical Perspective

    Navigating LGBTQ+ Pride Month From a Biblical Perspective

    Raising Children in Truth and Love: As June booms into full swing with the promise of summer, stores have started displaying their next holiday, Pride Month. If it has a rainbow or any print of colors it will go right on display. Nothing says celebration like commercialism Pride month can feel daunting, we are unsure Read more

  • 12 Homeschool Myths That I Do Not Subscribe To

    12 Homeschool Myths That I Do Not  Subscribe To

    Bursting The Bubble on Homeschool Myths Just the word itself can conjure up a lot of misconcepted ideas and images. As a homeschool mom, I’ve heard my fair share of well-meaning (and not-so-well-meaning) comments and questions over the couple of years I have been homeschooling. I wish I could say I am a pro at Read more

  • How We Celebrated The Last Day Of Homeschool: Kindergarten 2025

    How We Celebrated The Last Day Of Homeschool: Kindergarten 2025

    The “last day of homeschool” can sound like a big, official event, but for us, it’s really about making memories and transitioning gently into our summer learning adventures. This year, our “last day” stretched into three incredibly special days, proving you don’t need a huge ceremony to make the end of a school year unforgettable Read more