We love to read in our house....like a lot. We actually have three huge bookshelves full of books that we love to read again and again and sometimes again. One of the most common problems that readers face is what to read next, so I thought I would share some of our favorite book series… Continue reading Some of Our Favorite Middle School Books
Month: November 2017
Saving You $$$
This week I will be focusing on ways to save money on cleaning products for your home. 1.Vinegar and water I know most people equate a clean home with a great smelling home, but a lot of the products that have the strongest smells are not always the best for your family. A few years… Continue reading Saving You $$$
Five Frugal Things
Here are five ways that I saved money this past week: 1.Scored a Christmas gift for 0.49¢! A few weeks ago, I received a coupon in the mail for a free Venus razor. I was excited when I received this coupon, because my daughter happens to love Venus razors and this would make a nice… Continue reading Five Frugal Things
How I Spend Less than $100 a Year on Homeschooling My Children(Part 1)
One of the most common concerns that parents have before they start homeschooling their children is how much it will cost. Yes, there are some really expensive homeschooling curriculums out there (cough cough...Sonlight) that are considered to be complete curriculums. These will include all the books you need plus a daily schedule to take the… Continue reading How I Spend Less than $100 a Year on Homeschooling My Children(Part 1)
Saving You $$$
Each Wednesday, I will post three money saving ideas that will help you to save money in your everyday life. Now not all of these ideas will be exciting or groundbreaking, but every little bit helps and according to one of my favorite thrifty phrases "A penny saved is a penny earned." Menu Plan, Menu… Continue reading Saving You $$$
Five Frugal Things
1.Used up leftover Halloween candy I teach a third grade first communion class at my church on Sunday mornings. ( I have the sweetest kids this year!) While my students love to answer questions about what we learned during the class, they especially are eager to show off their knowledge when candy is involved. So… Continue reading Five Frugal Things
The Five Steps of Learning How to Read
Many people assume that homeschooling just comes natural to parents and that it is a fairy tale story of obedient children and smiling parents.....ummmm not in my family. While my children mostly do their schoolwork with good attitudes, there are days of whining over how long an assignment is or how it is not fair… Continue reading The Five Steps of Learning How to Read
Clinging to the Little Way 