Survival is a theme the kids and I are diving into this year in our homeschooling. Many of our read alouds, projects, and special learning activities fall under that topic. This fall, a cooperative plane crash escape activity was their first hands-on survival task. Their … [Read more...]
Baby Guesses for Baby Number Nine!
I'm now 36 weeks along with baby number nine. It's been in baby prep mode a bit around here! Of course I normally go late, so I don't think it's quite time for baby yet...but it's important to prepare just in case. The kids and I sorted baby clothes this week. Since we don't … [Read more...]
7 Board Games for Preschoolers That Aren’t Boring for Parents
Playing games as a family allows you to spend fun time together. You get to practice important communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills, while having a good time. These soft skills are essential for life. Board games naturally help children practice these … [Read more...]
5 Ways Stacking Rocks Builds STEM Skills
You don't need fancy toys to engage your kids or encourage their STEM skills. They can play and learn with just about anything, even rocks. If you're outside, challenge your kiddos to find between five and ten decent sized rocks. Then ask them to stack them up. Whenever I ask … [Read more...]
Guest Post: Southwest Airlines Lost My Luggage, and I am Thankful For It
Note from Lisa: I'm honored to welcome my husband, Bryan, back for another guest post here on Maggie's Milk. He's sharing some thoughts about God's faithfulness, even in the seemingly small things. Take it away Bryan! Lisa and I left home on Saturday, July 7 to fly to St. … [Read more...]
5 Social Studies Themed Car Games
Summer is often full of family road trips and last minute day excursions. These events offer plenty of opportunity to try out a few new car games. Since we use the summer to focus on some subjects we didn't finish up during the school year, I was trying to think of a way to … [Read more...]
10 Simple Ways to Unleash the Creativity in Your Kids
Creativity drives innovation. It's an essential life skill, and sadly, one that's being shoved to the back burner in today's electronically driven world. It's time to fight back against the over-scheduled calendar and beeping gadgets, and invite creativity into your family's … [Read more...]
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