Word of the Day – Robin

Word of the Day – Robin

Do you know the definition for the new Word of the Day which is “Robin?” Pronounced:  [ˈrä-bən ] A robin is a singing bird. In North America the robin has a slate-gray upperpart, a blackish head and tail, and black and whitish streaked throat. It is best known for its reddish breast and underparts. I […]

LEARNING!

LEARNING!

You might have seen the Huffington Post article, “Back a Year, They Haven’t Learned A Thing.” It discusses the problem of children getting behind in public schools as a result of learning at home instead of learning at a school with a teacher. As homeschooling parents, we know that learning at home is better than […]

Honor Thy Father and Thy Mother

Honor Thy Father and Thy Mother

I would like to first thank my husband, Don, who is an inspiration and support in everything I do. My children, David and Joseph, give me hope to believe in all that is good. I would also like to thank my parents, Marian and Bernard Sheptoski, for teaching me to love reading good books.

God Knows Your Name

God Knows Your Name

God knows your name, your fears, your dreams and where you are today. He knows everything about you. You cannot hide anything from God. All He asks of you is for you to gain a testimony of who He is. He is waiting for you to say that you believe in Jesus Christ. The apostle […]

The American Revolution Word Search

The American Revolution Word Search

If you haven’t already, check out our History in 3 Minutes Podcast! Then enjoy this fun word search called “The American Revolution”. Word searches develop spelling skills, extend vocabulary, and emphasize pattern recognition. Find all of the hidden words! Enjoy replaying one of your favorite word searches. Each time you replay it, the words are reordered […]

Sistine Chapel in Rome

Sistine Chapel in Rome

The ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in Rome, one of Italian artist Michelangelo’s finest works, was exhibited to the public for the first time on November 1, 1512. Michelangelo Buonarroti, the greatest of the Italian Renaissance artists, was born in 1475 in Caprese.  Michelangelo grew up in Florence, a center of the early Renaissance movement. He became […]

Scary Stories for Halloween!

Scary Stories for Halloween!

If you haven’t already, check out some especially scary stories in our audible book, Learning to Read: Fairy Tale Adventures by voice actress Trista Shaye! Will Pigling Bland and Pig-Wig get eaten for dinner? Find out by munching on some Halloween candy while listening to this and other spooky stories! Then enjoy this Scary Stories […]

History in 3 Minutes Podcast

History in 3 Minutes Podcast

Hello everyone from “History in 3 Minutes Podcast.” Welcome back! Today, let’s take a look at “The Growth of Colonial America.” Trade within and between the colonies helped each region grow. Trade between the countries also grew. The Triangular Trade route was based on the winds and currents of the sailing ships. The ships from Great […]