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Helping parents and teachers find fun homeschooling tips, engaging STEAM activities, and exciting learning activities for kids.

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🔡75 Fun Ways to Practice Spelling

Spelling is a foundational skill for literacy and communication. But let's face it, most kids hate studying their spelling words. However, over the years, we've tried many ways to get kids to practice their spelling words. And this list is the culmination of all of that hard work. Try one, try them all - whatever works for you and your kiddos! Click the button to see the list! SEE THE LIST LIMITED TIME OFFER: 20% OFF MONTHLY STEM PROJECT GUIDES For a limited time we're bringing back a crazy...

If there's one thing I've learned in my years of teaching, it's that worksheets and textbooks are all fine and dandy, but if you really want to ensure your kids remember what they're learning and to build some critical thinking skills along the way, you're going to want to dive into hands-on projects, such as these STEAM activities. We've got a whole collection of STEAM ideas for kids that fit multiple themes and niches. Whether you need age-specific activities, theme-specific activities, or...

Who doesn’t love a good challenge to stoke excitement and get your creative juices flowing? Our free 30-day drawing challenge printout includes a simple calendar with a new drawing challenge for every day of the month. It’s perfect for kids who love to draw and want to get better. It’s also a great screen-free activity for kids to enjoy over the summer. Click below to download now! GET THE PRINTABLE FREE TRIAL: TRY NOGGIN BY NICK JR. With its ad-free platform, engaging characters, and device...

Happy MLK Day! Here are three free printable resources you can use to celebrate in your class. Use them all! We hope you and your kids find them enjoyable and useful! GET YOUR FREEBIES 60% Off Ultimate MLK Day Bundle! For a limited time, you can access the ENTIRE MLK Day Ultimate Bundle for only $9.99. With an everyday price of $25, that’s a huge amount of savings. More than 60% off the original price! But hurry - this deal won’t last long! Take a look at what’s inside: 9-page unit study 3...

We totally get it - sometimes, the littlest ones need to be engaged while we take a minute to focus on their older siblings. That's where educational shows for preschoolers come in handy. They’re a fantastic way to ensure your preschooler’s screen time is not only entertaining but also educational. In our list, you'll find 15 of the best shows for preschool kiddos, along with info on where you can stream them. Many of the top shows come from Noggin by Nick Jr., which we highly recommend (and...

Calling all future engineers, hopeful scientists, and LEGO enthusiasts! Are you ready to unlock the awesome power of STEM with the help of those colorful plastic bricks? We're going to dive headfirst into the realm of LEGO STEM activities, giving you ten exciting projects that will spark your student’s imagination. From rocket ships to fairy gardens, your child will love to play with LEGO and will love these 10 LEGO STEM activities! SHOW IT TO ME PRICE DROP: 70% OFF THE ULTIMATE THANKSGIVING...