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Tum Tum and Nutmeg
“Hidden in the broom cupboard of Rose Cottage are two grand gates that lead to the loveliest little house you’ve ever seen. Nutmouse Hall. Shh, don’t tell anyone, this is the home of Tumtum and Nutmeg…” Every so often we … Continue reading
The Blurry Line Between Teacher and Student
Homeschooling forces you to work on patience. You have to find that balance in educating your child while keeping “schoolwork” engaging and something they want to do. Sure, I could force them to follow a certain schedule or complete an … Continue reading
Guilty Reading Pleasure
“Okay girls! You got just a few more minutes and then we’ll start school work.” I yelled from the kitchen in the direction of the girls’ playroom. I didn’t hear a response so I peeked in on them so I … Continue reading
Read-Alouds Worth Reading Aloud
Yes, I know reading aloud is worthwhile in it’s own right. But some books just hit the ball out of the park. There is something intoxicating about reading a well-loved book from your own childhood aloud to your children. It allows you … Continue reading
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Tagged book review, Pippi Longstocking, read aloud, reading
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When Pigs Fly
I’m all for including my kids’ passions and interests into their education. You may remember me telling you about Stella’s latest fixation on pigs. Pink pigs that is. They rank *almost* as high for her as princesses. Pink princesses, … Continue reading
When Mother Reads Aloud
I just came across this poem on Amy’s blog at Hope is the Word and immediately wanted to share it. I tried looking it up to see if I could find it’s author or any more information on it but the only mention of it … Continue reading
