I'm a huge fan of quiet learning time! Since I'm a freelance writer, we call this time Family Writing Time. Everyone works on something quietly, and I get some of my freelancing tasks crossed off. It's important for kids to learn to sit and play and learn quietly. I truly … [Read more...]
5 Board Games from My Childhood I Love Playing with My Kids
My love of games started early! During family get togethers and holiday meals, we'd bring out the board games and always have a ton of fun. So as my little kids get older and start understanding strategy better, it's been a blast introducing them to some of my childhood … [Read more...]
Cooperative Plane Crash Escape Activity
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...]
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