100 journal prompts for kids

I’m the mean mom. The mom who makes her children write in their journals and practice multiplication even when they don’t have “actual” homework. You know, the mom who cares about their penmanship and writing skills. Journal writing is such an easy way to help kids of all ages improve their writing! Someday when they’re […]
Great Wolf Lodge Manteca: your ultimate guide

Has your family been to Great Wolf Lodge yet? Our kids had been wanting to go for awhile and we were able to go last fall. We secured a great deal on a room through their annual 84° Sale–more on that later. I’ve finally summed up our visit in a blog post all about Great […]
Disneyland scavenger hunt and bingo cards

Are you planning a visit to the Happiest Place on Earth anytime soon? If you’ll be bringing little ones, or if you’re not a fan of being bored in line, then this is the post for you! These free Disneyland scavenger hunt and Bingo cards will add a fun touch of friendly competition to your […]
Nevada City with kids: what to do

I love where our family lives. We’re in the beautiful foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains so there’s an abundance of great hiking and outdoor activities. We also benefit from a small town feel with all the conveniences of a big city and close proximity to destinations like Sacramento, Reno, and the Bay Area. This […]
summer worksheets—fun printables for summertime

Back when I was a homeschool mom one of my favorite things was incorporating seasons and holidays into our lessons. We also homeschooled year-round, which gave us lots of fun opportunities for summer worksheets. I know sometimes worksheets get a bad rap. However, worksheets and printables are the perfect thing to bring along for schoolwork […]