100 Resources for Advent
Wednesday, 25 November 2020
It’s no secret that we love Advent in our family! A Gentle Advent has propelled our family into so many wonderful holiday traditions that truly keep our focus on the One who we are celebrating! I didn’t always know much about Advent. It seems a lifetime ago (and in some ways it was), but as I
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Using Literature to Teach American History in Elementary School
Tuesday, 24 November 2020
Many of us use a curriculum to teach history, but using literature to teach history can be a great teaching tool. I am continuing this history literature series with some of the best books to teach American history. Using literature to teach history illuminates the time period, helps integrate the history curriculum, and enriches
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Hey Mama Monday: Take the Stress Out of Christmas, Mama
Monday, 23 November 2020
Hey Mama, Are you trying to take the stress out of Christmas? What do you think of this idea? Ditch the school plans you made and be SPONTANEOUS. Take the kids and go do something or stick around the house and talk all day. Cook a meal with them (assign each child a task) to
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A Brief History of Awesome Aviation Adventures
Thursday, 19 November 2020
I’m heading up to Atlanta next week. I’ll hop on a plane with my husband, and an hour later, we’ll be at our destination. Each time I fly, I’m overwhelmed by the miracle of flight—that we can soar through the air on a huge heavy plane! Aviation history is thrilling. I want to dive











































































