Tag: Holidays

Has it been a long winter in your homeschool? Do you need something fun and exciting to shake up your routine? Then Dr. Seuss Day on March 2 is a date to mark on your calendar. Nothing breaks up the doldrums like a chance to eat Green Eggs and Ham, dress up like a Fox […]

Cooler weather, holiday treats, and visions of sugar plums are around the next corner. As homeschooling parents, we strive to instill healthy habits in our children. Otherwise, we wouldn’t be so mindful about their education. Keeping up with healthy habits during the holidays, however, isn’t for the faint-hearted. Staying the course in terms of exercise […]

Fall is here! The leaves are falling, the weather is cooler, and pumpkins are everywhere. From arts and crafts to sensory play, Autumn is the best time to engage children in fun learning activities. Our list of fall activities for kids will encourage students to brainstorm, play, improve their critical thinking skills, and more! Fall […]

Celebrate National Military Appreciation Month With These Ideas In 1999, Congress designated May as National Military Appreciation Month. In addition to Memorial Day, Armed Forces Day and Military Spouse Appreciation Day, all of which take place in May, this month-long celebration gives us the opportunity to show our support and gratitude to all the men […]

Blast Off Into Summer Learning on National Astronaut Day Space travel has always fascinated humans. At one time, the thought of exploring the moon and our solar system was a far-fetched idea. Today, the United States has dozens of successful spaceflights under its belt, and the space program has made unprecedented discoveries in the field […]

For some families, March 14th can seem like just an ordinary day. For others, though, 3/14 is more than just a day…in fact, it’s Pi Day! Pi, which is considered a mathematical concept that represents the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter, starts with 3.14 but continues for 2.7 trillion digits! Why is […]

Oh, the thinks you can think when you are a homeschooler celebrating National Reading Month! Every month we try to read at least one new book, but this month we have another excuse to really go all out with reading! It is National Reading Month! I’m getting my kiddos excited about National Reading Month by […]

Is your “to-do” list packed? Will company be arriving to your house in a few short days? Decorations are only beginning to mesh and your shopping list reaches the ground. Although the holiday season is filled with joy, demands seem to be endless and stress, tangible. In the midst of chaos, it is difficult for […]

The first Monday of September in the United States is dedicated to the celebration of the American labor movement and the contributions that workers have made throughout its history. The roots of the commemoration are full of turmoil, however. At the height of the Industrial Revolution of the late 1800s, children as young as six […]

“Independence Day” or “July 4th” — two names for the patriotic holiday set aside for the commemoration of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. On that day, the Continental Congress put the original 13 colonies in motion toward the creation of a new nation — the United States of America. That’s certainly […]

June 14 is Flag Day in the United States. It is a day set aside to celebrate the adoption of our country’s most recognizable symbol. Many nations have a dedicated day to honor their flag, and in the U.S. we chose this date because our flag was first adopted on June 14, 1777. Students are […]

Every year, the last Monday of May is Memorial Day in the United States. It is a time when our nation collectively pauses to remember the service and sacrifice of all those in the armed services who have died. Most local towns or communities will schedule specific services, parades, or ceremonies for the service members. […]

Updated in April 2021. Did you know that April is Autism Awareness Month? Having a child with autism is filled with special joys and unique challenges. According to a recent report, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that 1 in 54 children in the U.S. have autism. Usually diagnosed at a young […]

Every March, the bravery, determination, and accomplishments of important women in history are celebrated and reflected on during Women’s History Month. These women come from all walks of life, races, ages, and religions. Most have overcome major obstacles, both physical and mental, to achieve their goals. Each day, they inspire both women and men, young […]

Why do we celebrate Black History Month in our homeschool? It all started with a momentous trip to New York City that we took when my boys were both in the middle school grades of our homeschool journey. Since we live somewhat rurally, the whole of the trip was an eye-opener, but our walking tour […]