My 10 year old has become an avid reader over the past year or so, and he's read copies of the first 4 books in The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls series by M.J. Thomas. He was ready to start reading the latest offering from WorthyKids Books when they arrived in our mailbox last month to review. We … [Read more...] about The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls Review – Book 5 and Book 6
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How to Get Kids to Talk About Being Bullied
No one wants to think of their child being bullied at school or while attending special programs, sports, church, or other activities. The truth is, it's probably more common that you think. According to a 2017 report by the National Center for Education Statistics and Bureau of Justice, … [Read more...] about How to Get Kids to Talk About Being Bullied
Reading Eggs Workbook Review – 200 Essential Reading Skills for Second Grade
We had been using Reading Eggs products off and on for my kids for many years. In fact, I think the first time we used it was when my oldest was 4 or 5 and we tried a free 4 week trial of the online Reading Eggs program, which they still offer! Last year, the company released workbooks that can be … [Read more...] about Reading Eggs Workbook Review – 200 Essential Reading Skills for Second Grade
Time Travelers: World War II Curriculum Review
One of the most hands-on history companies around, Home School in the Woods, sent my family a digital copy of a program for my oldest sons. The title, meant for grades 3rd-8th, came as a zip file to extract and use from my computer. They make fabulous, in-depth history unit studies, and we chose … [Read more...] about Time Travelers: World War II Curriculum Review
Dyslexia Gold Full Bundle Review
While none of my children have been formally diagnosed with dyslexia, our review from Dyslexia Gold (affiliate link) came at a good time for us. With the school year winding down, I wanted to be able to assign work that can be done quickly, but that really packs a punch. This program fits the bill … [Read more...] about Dyslexia Gold Full Bundle Review
Inexpensive CRAYON Craft Ideas
Kids and preteens can go beyond using crayons to color pictures on the backs of restaurant place mats with these kids’ crafts that require little more than a box of crayons. Give these inexpensive crayon craft ideas a try, and turn those broken and forgotten about Crayolas a new lease on … [Read more...] about Inexpensive CRAYON Craft Ideas