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With all of life’s modern conveniences, it’s easy to forget some of the more forgotten arts in life. You know, those old-fashioned, simple, yet beautiful things we used to do once upon a time, before technology and rapid-pace-everything took over our lives.It could be good if we Bring Back The Forgotten Arts In Life. I’ll be the first to admit ...

Now that it’s starting to warm up a little outside, you may want to incorporate some gardening into your homeschool and family life this spring and summer. It is a skill well worth learning and is one your child will carry with them for the rest of their life! The educational opportunities within the realm of gardening are wide and ...

Family traditions aren’t just fun ways of making memories with those you love. They are vital to building a strong family bond. There are many other reasons why creating and honoring family traditions are so important: Traditions tell a story – your story! Family traditions provide your family with a source of identity. They teach your children about where you ...

Learn the secret to creating your very own ship in a bottle! This timeless maritime craft has been a favorite hobby for centuries. Armed with patience and a few tools, you too can create one, leaving your friends to wonder … “How did they do that?” Important Note: Parental supervision and help is a must for this craft. This craft ...

Homeschoolers are generally optimistic and enthusiastic parents who are willing to take on the responsibility and challenge of homeschooling their children. But even with that “can do” attitude, little habits can creep in that undermine those efforts if they aren’t careful. If homeschooling isn’t going quite right, consider if one of these three habits might be hurting your homeschool. #1 ...

When was the last time you or your children gathered at the side of an older family member to learn from their stories? Our busy lifestyles and lack of cultural respect for our elders have begun to erase this tradition within our families. Additionally, it has become all too easy to rely on technology to store our family histories in ...

Many of us want to enjoy more screen-free family nights at home, but don’t have a clue where to start – especially considering we live in such a technology-driven world. Today, many homes have at least one screen in each and every room. From TV to laptops, to smartphones, Netflix, and the Internet … there are just so many ways ...

When humans sought to pass down their traditions and collective wisdom to future generations, did they do so through a dry government document entitled “20 Essentials of Sumerian Culture” or through a government-mandated curriculum written by a committee? No, they accomplished the transmission of their culture through stories. Stories were told by village elders, painted on walls, engraved on clay ...

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time each year when we pause to reflect on the blessings we have received. We take time to thank our Creator for gifts such as family, friends, food, home, and health. Too often, Thanksgiving becomes merely a rushed-through precursor to the Christmas holidays. So how can we make it more meaningful, especially if we have children ...