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Broccoli Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad Recipe

Did somebody say “bacon???” This recipe is great for cook outs, pot lucks, picnics or to have on hand just because it is so good!

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FREE All About Me Printable

This free All About Me printable can be used to mark the first of day of “not-back-to-school” or as an exercise in helping your child recognize how unique and special he is.

Download it today and share this post with a friend – the worksheet is completely FREE!

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Cute and Fun Chalkboard Notebook Craft

Whether you’re getting ready for “not-back-to-school,” need a group project for scouts or just need a rainy day project, I hope you enjoy making this chalkboard notebook.

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What to Teach When Homeschooling Sixth Grade

meschooling Sixth Grade | Sixth grade builds on knowledge and skills gained in fifth grade while exposing children to increasingly more complex topics. Here’s a simple guide for what to cover and develop in sixth grade.

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Resources for Learning About the Solar Eclipse

Let the 2017 Total Solar Eclipse Spark Your Child’s Interest in Science and Astronomy! Here are some fun resources to get you going!

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Celebrate National S’mores Day with this S’mores Cookie Recipe

Today is National S’mores Day. Celebrate with these delicious cookies. Of course, you don’t need a special day to eat S’mores Cookies – any day of the week will do!

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Tips for Teaching Creative Writing Using Literature

Instead of relying on repetitive techniques, I would incorporate creative writing projects into literature assignments. Not only did this spice up the lesson plans, but the creative writing is a great way to reinforce what your child just read.

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Using Sketchnoting for Learning

Sketchnoting can be a powerful learning tool for adolescents. The process is highly individualized, and students can choose to sketchnote in a notebook or digitally on a tablet or phone with a stylus and tons of free or low-cost apps.

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How to Start a Homeschool Support Group

There are many reasons why parent decide to form a new support group. In many cases the parents simply have trouble finding a group that meets their needs or that they feel comfortable in. Before creating your new support group there are some very important items to consider before announcing your new group to the public.

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What to Teach When Homeschooling Fifth Grade

Fifth grade builds on knowledge and skills gained in fourth grade while exposing children to increasingly more complex topics. Here’s a simple guide for what to cover and develop in fifth grade.

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