Are you looking to expand your knowledge? If you would love to learn about history of the ancient world, how to grow delicious vegetables or beautiful flowers, the ins and outs of gourmet cooking, or in-depth information about people and cultures - or almost any other topic, then check out The Great … [Read more...]
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March 28, 2017 By 16 Comments
Curious World Educational App Review
December 4, 2015 By 5 Comments
As a homeschool family, I am constantly looking for fun ways to educate my son. I have found that the greatest challenge in homeschooling is keeping the conflict at bay when he decides he doesn't want to do whatever lessons I've planned for the day. So, anytime I can find something that is … [Read more...]
STEM: Encouraging Girls with Miles from Tomorrowland
December 3, 2015 By 16 Comments
When I was a kid I had almost NO interest in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) fields. I took the minimum amount of science and math classes required in high school. The only thing I enjoyed was computer programming. But, as you can see by the date on my commendation below, that … [Read more...]
Free Printable Reading Chart
August 7, 2015 By 6 Comments
#Back2SchoolReady #CollectiveBias I come from a family of readers. Actually, I should say that the women in my family have always been big readers. However, Little R, who is now 7 doesn't have that natural love of reading. We read to him a lot when he was a baby and toddler, but that need for … [Read more...]
Free Printable Minecraft Math Worksheets
July 23, 2015 By Leave a Comment
UPDATE: This freebie has now expired and the worksheet is now $2.99, but you can check the home page at Educents for their current freebies! While no encouragement is needed to get kids to play Minecraft, practicing math is another story! If your kids need some extra encouragement to … [Read more...]
Helping Students Excel with Provost Online Academy
September 23, 2014 By 20 Comments
This post brought to you by Provost Academy. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Thrifty Jinxy. My husband and I made the decision last year to homeschool our son. He is just starting school this year as a Kindergarten student and this has been a decision that required a … [Read more...]
Enter for a Chance to Win a Hooked on Phonics Complete Learn to Read System ($299 value)
May 29, 2014 By 1 Comment
Do you have children, grandchildren, nieces or nephews who are ready to learn to read? Then this is the sweepstakes for you! You can enter to win a Hooked on Phonics Complete Learn to Read System ($299 value). Hooked on Phonics® has been creating award-winning educational programs for children … [Read more...]
You’ve been Sentenced! Country Music Edition – Reader Giveaway!
February 7, 2013 By 12 Comments
The super fun family word game has gone Country! McNeill Designs for Brighter Minds, creators of the You’ve been Sentenced! word game, recently added the You’ve been Sentenced! Country Music Edition to its fun line of games. The Country Music Edition provides students with a whole new way to … [Read more...]
Free Alphabet Flash Cards – Download and Print
August 16, 2010 By Leave a Comment
If you're working on learning letters with your little one, print out these super cute flashcards for FREE from Homemade by Jill. The designs are really adorable and if you don't have a kid of your own, these would make a nice gift if you printed them out on heavy paper. If you wanted to be really … [Read more...]
