September is Classical Music Month

Did you know September was proclaimed Classical Music Month in 1994? Classical music and composer studies are some of the most enjoyable lessons my family does during the school year.  If you have not implemented composer studies, use this month as an excuse to explore something new with your kids. I understand a request to add in another study can be daunting.  In my homeschool, we have composer studies on Fridays for 20 minute periods.  You can keep it low pressure by adding elements of classical music and composer studies into your regular routine.  For instance, you can play classical … Continue reading

Computing Week in Review: February 18th Through February 24th

Would you like to make money with your website? It isn’t that hard to do. This past week, we started a series that will show you how to do just that. And if you are busy at home with the kids, why not try some printable toys. It kept my family busy for hours, and it was a lot of fun. To see these article and more, check out last week’s review. February 18th Computing Week in Review: February 11th Through February 17th The colder weather brings more indoor activities, such as playing video games. If you haven’t purchased your … Continue reading

Holiday Printables

From gift tags to gift wrap, it is fun and easy to print out your own holiday elements to brighten the season. You’ll use these resources for gift giving, cookie swapping, card sending and more. Christmas Gift Tags The M&M guys are at it again. This time, they are helping us welcome in the holidays with personalized gift tags. There are three colorful tags to choose from. My favorite is the yellow M & M stuck in a stocking. Click here to check them out for yourself. http://www.brightideas.com/christmas/tags/ Christmas Tree Wrap Set Coordinate your gift giving with a complete matched … Continue reading

The Toymaker – online printable toys and gifts

Today, I want to share one of my very favorite easy project websites with you. The Toymaker. Marilyn Scott-Waters is an author and illustrator. Her goal for the Toymaker site is “to help grownups and kids spend time together making things.” Her wish is “to amuse and delight”. The Toymaker site does all of that. Even the project names are charming – “Dream Theater” and “Window to Fairyland” All the projects are simple to assemble. The directions are easy to follow. The projects only require paper and scissors. A few, like the Penny Butterfly, may require some things like pennies … Continue reading