Want to do something fun for the last few days before Christmas break? You'll love the Christmas Around the World Online Unit Study! It's an online course where everything you need is right there--no need to head to the library or order any extra books for this unit study. The only thing that … [Read more...]
The Top 20 Best Educational Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Kids
Who is tapped out of ideas for stocking stuffer for your kids? Or, maybe you just don't want anymore small toys that will break in a week and end up in the trash? That's why I love this list of the top 20 best educational stocking stuffer ideas for kids. Educational Stocking Stuffer … [Read more...]
One Small Donkey: A Christmas Story (review and giveaway)
We have a wonderful collection of Christmas books in our home, and it's so fun to take them out every December and read through them all month. Here is a new book to add to our collection! One Small Donkey: A Christmas Story by Dandi Daley Mackall. Be sure to enter the giveaway at the end of the … [Read more...]
Have a Merry Christ-Centered Christmas This Year!
It's November 1! You know what that means, don't you? Time to get ready for the holidays! I'm excited to review a new product JUST OUT this year called the Christ-Centered Christmas Family Traditions System. This thing is amazing, y'all! There is so much in it, such as printables to use for a … [Read more...]
Free: “In the Bleak Midwinter” Music Appreciation Printable Pack
Over at My Joy-Filled Life today I have shared a homeschool music appreciation lesson on the beautiful Christmas song "In the Bleak Midwinter." Head over there to Learn about the composer and poet Read the lyrics See 3 different versions of the song to listen to Get a writing … [Read more...]
Christmas Blessings $500 Cash Giveaway!
The Christmas season is upon us! And while this is a joyous and festive time of the year, it can also be a time of financial stress and worry for some. That is why I'm teaming up with 25 other bloggers to bring you a Christmas Blessings Giveaway for $500 Paypal cash! We understand the stress of … [Read more...]
FREE: Handel’s Messiah Lesson Plan and 10-page Printable Pack
Here is an awesome freebie for you today! Handel's Messiah Lesson Plan and 10-page Printable Pack Head over to Learn.MusicinOurHomeschool.com to see a free preview on an online lesson of Handel that you can share with your students. Messiah one of the most glorious pieces of music ever written, … [Read more...]
Homeschool Enrichment Ideas for the Christmas Season
Things always change around here during December. The Christmas tree is up, and we seem to want to do different things in our homeschool as well. I'm happy to share with you today several resources that we have used to make December more fun and meaningful. Grapevine Studies Birth of Jesus Bible … [Read more...]
Review/ Giveaway Chris Tomlin’s “Adore: Christmas Songs of Worship” CD
Are you looking for a new Christmas CD? I have one you might really enjoy! Chris Tomlin has a new album out this Christmas called Adore: Christmas Songs Of Worship. When it arrived, I put it in the CD player in the car and started listening. After a while I thought to myself, "This sounds like a … [Read more...]
“Basket of Musical Fun” Giveaway: Ocarina set, CD, Earrings, & Music Curriculum ($75+ Value!)
Would you like to win this "Basket of Musical Fun?" I put this set together of some very special items I know you and your family will enjoy! An Ocarina Padded Case for the Ocarina Booklet of songs to play on the Ocarina Earrings with music notes Made in Mexico Christmas CD of … [Read more...]
Christian Children Books about Halloween, Thanksgiving, & Christmas
I'm excited to introduce you today to my new sponsor! If you're like me you are always looking for creative ways to teach your children about truth. The Love Letters book series Christian children's stories written by Soraya Diase Coffelt about the Christian foundation of some of your favorite … [Read more...]
Christmas Pictures 2014!
Enjoy some pictures from our Christmas this year: Sledding down the hill: Mumsy in the kitchen: Poppy reading: Playing pool: The Tree! Working puzzles (and my music is on the piano): Performing at Christmas Eve service: Opening presents: … [Read more...]
Merry Christmas 2014!
May the wonder of Christmas be yours this season! May you know the Peace and Joy that only comes through our Lord Jesus Christ! Have a very Merry Christmas from the Mayo Family! (Photo Credit: Kenneth Smith Photography 847-845-5549) … [Read more...]
Review/ Giveaway: Christmas Art Lesson DVD from See the Light
If you've been reading my blog for a while you know how much we LOVE the See the Light art instruction DVDs here at our home. We don't have professional art instruction outside the home, so this is how I help my kids grow in their art skills. And, it's fun! So, this week we started their … [Read more...]
10 Gifts to Buy for the Men in Your Life
Men and older boys can be difficult to buy gifts for, huh? I've been brainstorming some ideas for Christmas presents for these guys (and asking some friends for their ideas). Here are a few gifts that you might be able to get for those wonderful men and older boys in your life! Gifts for Men: 1. … [Read more...]
Review/ Giveaway “Buck Denver: Why Do We Call it Christmas?” DVD
Today we have a Review and Giveaway of the DVD "Buck Denver asks Why Do We Call it Christmas?" If you have kids ages 4-10, they'll love it! Mine did. "Buck Denver asks Why Do We Call it Christmas?" is from the VeggieTales creator Phil Vischer. He even appears in the video talking to the kids … [Read more...]
Review: “The Legend of St. Nicholas”
Today's review is of a Christmas book you might want to get this Christmas: The Legend of St. Nicholas: A Story of Christmas Giving by Dandi Daley Mackall, illustrated by Richard Cowdrey. In this modern-day story, Nick is a young boy who is going Christmas shopping with his dad. He's not real … [Read more...]
Review: If He Had Not Come by David Nicholson
Are you looking for a new Christmas book to read to your kids this year? I've found one for you! Today I am reviewing If He Had Not Come by David Nicholson. This story is best for ages 6 and up and is a beautiful physical hardback book in full color. David Nicholson has reintroduced the … [Read more...]
SQUILT Christmas Carols
I'm so happy to introduce the newest SQUILT volume today! SQUILT Christmas Carols by Mary Prather is being released today! SQUILT stands for Super Quiet Uninterrupted Listening Time and is a method for EASY teaching of music appreciation for your kids! It's perfect for homeschoolers or any kids … [Read more...]
$1650 Christmas Cash Giveaway
Thanks to some amazing bloggers we were able to come collectively together with a CASH PRIZE of $1650. Yes, you read it correctly, $1650! What could you do with a little extra cash this holiday season? Let's see, if I could win. . . I would book a little Christmas … [Read more...]
