With Christmas approaching, lots of us are looking for easy, inexpensive crafts that our children can make to give as gifts. Many homeschool groups have Christmas parties and need crafts that any age or ability can enjoy. Or maybe you just need something to occupy excited children while you wrap ... Read More about Quick Christmas Ornament
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Pizza Biscuits Recipe
I found a recipe for "BBQ Cupcakes" on Rocks in My Dryer and I saved it to try out. However, when the time came to make it, I made a few modifications. This dinner then became Pizza Biscuits, and it was a HUGE hit at my house. Pizza Biscuits Recipe 1 lb ground beef (browned)1 ... Read More about Pizza Biscuits Recipe
Celebrating Martinmas
November 11 is not only Veterans Day in the US and Armistice Day around the world, it is also the feast of St. Martin of Tours, also known as Martinmas. Regardless of your religious denomination, St. Martin is a man worth taking the time to learn about. Soldier and reluctant bishop You can ... Read More about Celebrating Martinmas
Planning an Around the World Day
Around the World Day is an idea that I got from the book, Hands-on Geography and an event that our homeschool group has enjoyed for the last five years. It's a geography fair in which each participating family represents a different country. It's easy to plan your own.Each family should prepare a ... Read More about Planning an Around the World Day
Easy Strawberry Freezer Jam Recipe
Last week, I found strawberries for $3.88 for a 2 lb clam shell. So, I picked up two packages and planned on making strawberry freezer jam. My Mom made some from strawberries from our garden this summer, but my family had used up all we had, and I missed the sweet and fresh jam. As it ended up, my ... Read More about Easy Strawberry Freezer Jam Recipe