This is a great read to pass along if you have family or friends who homeschool. You can also check out my Kirby’s Kids page for links to other resources for gift ideas!
Category: Susie’s Corner
Holidays and Ideas
Every year has four seasons, and each season has its own set of holidays. While homeschooling I try to take advantage of the holidays to research and teach my children about them. We have the flexibility to take time and study these important dates.
How We Homeschool: 4-Day Sample Schedule
Holidays or special days that were set apart for remembrance started way back in Genesis. We use a lot of biblical references and studies in our homeschooling so it is important to me to that my children learn about the true meanings and origins of these days. As a teacher I can also have some control over what they are exposed to as well.
Our Perpetual Meal Plans are full of special Holiday ideas and Meal Plans!
We don’t generally do an in depth study on any particular date. If the kids are more interested in one holiday then we may do a little extra. We can usually turn these into mini units and work them in with our regular school work. I will also leave out seasonal or holiday themed items for the kids to explore independently.
Ultimate Holiday Planning: A 12 Week Strategy
The key in our house is to keep it simple. We don’t have to decorate for every holiday. We don’t have to go overboard with learning about it. Sometimes just a brief discussion or a couple of YouTube videos is all we do. However there are some holidays that hold more importance here at our house. Christmas and Easter are two of those holidays. I have always wanted to try to do an Advent calendar or study so this year I am attempting to begin one.
I will try my best to keep this page updated and post resources that we are using as well. Please feel free to leave suggestions in the comments too.
Others:
This site, A to Z Kids Stuff, has a list of special days and activities that you can check out for more ideas.
Gift Giving Ideas
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I know sometimes it’s hard to buy gifts and you run out of ideas. Below are links to all of the gift-giving ideas I’ve posted, all in one place! I hope you enjoy… but please note that some of those posts will contain affiliate links. (Scroll to the bottom for links to sites.)
Here are a few links to other posts with gift ideas:
Another Gift Idea: Zoo Membership
Check Out Kirby’s Korner Shop on CafePress!
Celebrate Earth Month With Green Kid Crafts! (A great gift for any time of the year.)
Reblog: The Best Gifts For Homeschoolers – Awe Filled Homemaker
Gift Cards: The Ultimate Perfect Gift For Every Occasion
Cyber Monday Deal: Kids Cook Real Food eCourse 11/27-11/29 Click the link to be directed to their current offers.
Reblog: Stuck for Ideas for Christmas Presents for Your Man?
Links to Sites:
Earth Mama Giveaway!
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I’m so excited to have been accepted as an official affiliate for the Earth Mama company! AHHHHHHH!!!! I love this place. I wanted to let everyone know that you have a chance to win Earth Mama Deodorant. You can check out the blog post here or go directly to the giveaway here.
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Daily Deals: December 8, 2017
I don’t know how often I will be doing these but I figure if I’m playing around and entering then I can at least share them and give everyone else a chance to win too, right?
- Skin Authority Giveaway
- Enter for a chance to win a FREE Laptop
- Holiday Treat Yourself Sweepstakes
- Enter the Frigo Cheese in the bag sweepstakes
- Hot Pockets Influencer Sweepstakes
- Dippin Dots Just Dance 2018 SWEEPS
- Cash Countdown 2017
- Starbucks ‘Uplift Your Day’ Promo
- Hallmark Holiday 2017
- BirchBox 12 Days of Prizes and Surprises Giveaway
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