As we leave the baby stage of parenting with our youngest child turning six in just a few short months, I'm more and more motivated to celebrate and create traditions as a family. My kids will actually remember them now!😂 Not that traditions created in the baby years aren't valid, they're just a little more chaotic and blurry-eyed in the haze of early parenthood. But Easter is one of my favorite ... Read More about A Christ Centered Easter With Kids
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Five Benefits To Teaching Cursive
While teaching cursive is no longer a priority in most schools, it's alive and well in our homeschool! At the beginning of last year, Squeaks requested to learn "pretty writing" so I happily obliged. I'm not gonna lie, knowing that this beautiful skill has all but disappeared from the mainstream educational system makes me want to keep it alive even more. Call me a rebel, but something about going ... Read More about Five Benefits To Teaching Cursive
The Apostles’ Creed for Kids
It's no secret we love morning basket time in our homeschool. The New City Catechism has been a part of this habit for years now. As we've slowly worked our way through the questions, we have finally come to the section where we will be memorizing the Apostle's Creed. The Apostles' Creed is a powerful statement of faith that has been passed down through the generations. It's a great tool for ... Read More about The Apostles’ Creed for Kids
Morning Menu to Start Your Day
If you have been in the Arrows & applesauce community for any length of time, you know I love morning basket time. Starting our day reading together as a group is such a sweet time of conversation and learning. Group learning is not only a huge time saver when educating multiple ages, but it's also so rewarding to see how much the younger ones grasp. And it's so encouraging to witness the bond ... Read More about Morning Menu to Start Your Day
Preschool Tips For Homeschool Beginners by Elizabeth Santelmann
I love gaining perspective from mothers in all stages of homeschooling! My guest writer today has such a bright and encouraging personality. Elizabeth and I met on Instagram and I just love seeing her heart for encouraging mothers and helping them point their children toward the truth. With three sweet boys at home, she's not far behind our family in her homeschool journey. She's right in the ... Read More about Preschool Tips For Homeschool Beginners by Elizabeth Santelmann