Family Life

Christmas is coming and while you could offer experience gifts like a membership to the zoo, many of you (just like me) want something for your children to unwrap on Christmas. These are some of the best holiday gifts for children ages 4-10 including crafts, outdoor play, imaginative play, building toys, and games.

As children learn to read, you may be wondering about what how audiobooks can benefit children. Are audiobooks only an alternative to screens and chaotic television shows, or are they a verified tool for learning? This blog post shares the benefits of audiobooks for children, ideas for using audiobooks in your home, and more.

A dad’s involvement can be such a fun and meaningful part of the homeschool experience. If you want include your husband (or get involved yourself, if you are a dad) in homeschooling and aren’t sure where to start, I’m sharing what a dad’s involvement could look like and some ideas to get your wheels turning.

In our home, we believe screen time should be intentional, not just mindless filler. When we settle in for a family movie night, it’s always a special, meaningful occasion like a weekend treat or to celebrate finishing a great book series. I’m sharing 100+ wholesome family movies that encourage bonding and deliver genuine laughter and fun.

In this blog post I am sharing a simple and intentional Thanksgiving gratitude activity for kids, with a free printable PDF. You could do this with your children in the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving, or you could do this simple activity with friends and family on Thanksgiving day.

One of my favorite things to do during the holiday season is read books together with my children. Each year I love to get out our favorite holiday books and add a few new ones to the list. If you are looking for books to read to your children this holiday season, you will love these Christmas booklists for kids.

Traveling with children by plane may seem daunting, but with a bit of preparation, it can become a valuable learning experience. Airports and traveling with kids is an excellent time to teach children about following rules and directions, cooperation, and resilience. These are my favorite tips and low-tech ideas for entertaining kids on airplanes.

Our family loves planning adventures and spending time in nature together. These are our favorite Father’s Day gift ideas for dads who love the outdoors, camping, and hiking. Celebrate the dads in your life with these items to enhance your next camping trip together.

See how our family’s routine evolved from babies to independent middle schoolers, balancing learning & life changes.
Our homeschool family’s daily rhythm constantly adapts to our growing children (toddlers to middle school) and balancing homeschooling with my work-from-home business.

Imagine a summer filled with imaginative play, outdoor adventures, and the crunch of grass between little toes. Envision children building forts, discovering treasures in the backyard, and unleashing their creativity through art and projects. Embrace a screen-free summer for your kids and delight in intentional learning with 100 screen-free summer activities for kids.