May the 4th Be With You!I’m not normally very big on parties, decorating and such, but this is Star Wars y’all! I’ll take any opportunity to geek out with Star Wars.A few years ago I put together a Star Wars treat pack (from Sandy Toes and Popsicles) for NerdNerfer for Father’s Day and it was a BIG hit. Wasn’t it […]
My kids LOVE Halloween crafts – or any crafts for that matter. Me? Not so much. I don’t like having to gather all the supplies and I really don’t like the mess. I do appreciate the creative gifts that my kids have so I want them to enjoy some fun crafts, especially around the holidays. Quick & easy crafts are my […]
Halloween is a hot button issue in Christian circles these days. Some claim that participating means that we are promoting a satanic holiday. I don’t agree. God can use anything to bring people to him. So what makes Halloween so controversial anyway? Pagan Origins Halloween has its roots in the pagan ritual of Samhain. It was a night […]
Memorial Day – it seems such an odd day to “celebrate.” The parties and barbecues and games are a stark contrast to the somber remembrance of lives lost.Over the years the true meaning of Memorial Day has been lost in the excitement of a 3 day weekend and the celebration of the beginning of summer.I want my children to understand […]
Nothing says “I Love You!” like a unique handmade Valentine’s Day gift, but us non-creatives (yep, that’s me!) sometimes have difficulty coming up with ideas for an awesome gift. Yay for Pinterest!! I found some really fun and beautiful ideas and printables and would like to share them with you. Happy Valentine’s Day! 12 Months of Pre-Planned Date Nights […]
Here in The Nerddom, we try very hard to teach our kids that Christmas is about more than “stuff” and “getting.” I created this printable Christmas list to help them focus less on the stuff and more on the true spirit and meaning of Christmas. This post contains affiliate links for your convenience, which means if you make a purchase […]
Thanksgiving is becoming an overlooked holiday these days. Halloween gets loads of attention and then on November 1st the Christmas carols are on the radio, Christmas decorations are in the stories, and of course, the Christmas sale ads begin. Thanksgiving is difficult to make money from so the holiday gets relegated to half an aisle of cheap decorations at the […]
If you have a visual learner, movies are a wonderful way to teach them about kindness and compassion. There are some really great movies out there, but it can be difficult to find them amongst all the…well, not so great ones. My kids love to watch movies, and we’ve discovered some real gems. This post may contain some affiliate links […]
Using books about kindness to teach kids doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. Books are wonderful tools to teach children. The stories draw them in, capture their imaginations, and imprint important lessons on their minds. For these reasons, and many more, it’s vital that we as parents choose books wisely so that we’re building up desirable character, habits, and […]
The sibling relationship can sometimes be a little strained, especially in a homeschool setting where they are with each other all day. Here are some ideas to challenge and inspire your kids to be a little more kind to each other every day. Don’t forget to grab the free printable at the bottom of the list so that you […]