The idea behind creative writing is to get one to use words and express ideas in a more colorful, creative way. There should be no stress about grammar or spelling. That can come later. If those are expected to early all the joy of writing is snuffed out. Today’s project is to help children (and […]
Teeny Tears and Helping Hands by Courtney
While the majority of motherhood can be dull, tedious and sometimes extremely frustrating, I find I often get to see the tender moments between my kids and I can see exactly why Jesus asks us to be more like children. My oldest daughter (almost 9 yrs) is all about hard work and correctness. My other […]
Creative Writing Day 4: Books About Family
This past summer as we cleaned out our school closet I came upon some treasures. Books written by my two oldest! Several years ago when we were struggling with language arts I stepped away from our regular curriculum for a while and encouraged my daughters to write books instead. It was a memorable experience. My […]
Oh, WOW!
A little birdie informed me that this blog is a nominee in this year’s Homeschool Blog Awards! Wow! THANK YOU to those who did the nominating. And if you feel so inclined, do you mind voting for the blog? Tomorrow, November 18th is the last of voting. This blog is nominated in these three categories: […]
Louder Than Words by Tiffany (and Wordfull Wednesday)
Receiving a call from your child’s teacher during regular school hours is never something you are fully prepared for. Last autumn had already been a time of great transition in our family, and I was deeply concerned with how my five-year-old son Taylor was coping. Seeing his teacher’s number pop up on my cell phone […]
Creative Writing Day 3: Mimic a Favorite Children’s Book
Are there certain books your children love to read or have read to them over and over and over again? Do you know why? Usually it is because the text of the book is either repetative, rhymes, or has a singsong quality to it. You can use this to your advantage in teaching creative writing […]
Wordfull Wednesday Winner and Topic for Tomorrow
Real catchy post title, huh? I realize I forgot to post the topic for Wordfull Wednesday tomorrow. It is to write about a time (or times) your children have surprised you by serving others on their own. Children are usually very good at seeing a need and wanting to help. So go ahead and brag […]
Service Ideas To Do As A Family by Diane
I feel honored to be asked to write for Chocolate on my Cranium. Montserrat does much good with her blog. I never go away from reading her blog without feeling uplifted. In the last General Conference, President Utchdorf gave a moving talk on welfare to the Priesthood. He said:“The lesson we learn generation after generation […]
Creative Writing Day 2: A Little Alliteration
Alliteration is a fun tool to use to get your children to write. In a nut shell alliteration can be used two ways: Using the same letter to begin as many words in a sentence as possible. Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers. Using the same tonal sound repeatedly in a sentence, even […]
You Cannot Have Gratitude Without Faith by Curls
Gratitude can be a tricky thing, at least for me. For many years I struggled to feel grateful in my heart, even though I was surrounded by blessings my life didn’t look the way I expected it to. I was angry, so angry that Heavenly Father didn’t bless me exactly the way I wanted Him […]
Creative Writing Day 1: Paint Chip Writing
(image source) The Challenge: Pick up a paint strip sample with several shades of color on a strip. Write a story or poem that incorporates every paint color name on your paint chip sample. Be creative! If you don’t make it to the store to pick up paint samples never fear! Use the Color Palette […]
Unexpected Service Opportunities
Have I done any good in the world today?Have I helped anyone in need?Have I cheered up the sad and made someone feel glad?If not, I have failed indeed.Has anyone’s burden been lighter todayBecause I was willing to share?Have the sick and the weary been helped on their way?When they needed my help was I […]
Love in a Collapsible Tupperware Container by Allison
It was just a simple text. “Do you mind if I drop by around 11am?” I looked down at my cut off sweats and my cleaning day t-shirt and quickly replied, “Of course, I’d be honored”. I knew no matter what I was wearing or how horrible my house looked she wouldn’t care. She is […]
Count Your Blessings
My son has been counting the days until his birthday. For him it is important. He wants to reach the magical age of five. My 11 year old daughter counts her money. She is trying to earn enough to buy a skirt she wants. When we get in the van to go anywhere I count […]
Faith Bank Account by Michelle
I had been depositing faith into my spiritual bank account for 23 years. I earned my faith by obedient living. My faith bank account looked pretty inflated. There seemed to be plenty of faith to get me whatever I wanted. If I needed a miracle, I certainly could afford it, because I had been such […]
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