There’s a moment every parent of a toddler in a museum knows. The one where a docent’s eyes flick toward you, then toward your kid, then back to you, and you can feel the exit strategy already forming in your head. I’ve had that moment more times than I can count, but I kept going anyway. It wasn’t because I’m immune to the stares, and not because my kids were…
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Every Homeschool Curriculum We’ve Ever Used (Since 2013)
We’ve done this from the beginning, yes, since 2013. Putting this list of homeschool curriculum together was a whole rollercoaster of happy memories. It’s been a journey, and it still is one. Learning, together, as we go. I have zero regrets for any of the choices we’ve made along the way, even as things have shifted with the seasons. It’s okay to chase what’s best for your family, even if…
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Ancient Egypt in Texas
We explored Ancient Egypt in Houston,Texas with a walk into a replica of King Tut’s tomb and the Hall of Ancient Egypt.
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Family Camp Out at Nasa
Did you know you can camp out at Nasa? Space Center Houston has camping experiences throughout the year and we went for the Galaxy Lights in December.
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Adventure Schooling: Why Homeschool is the Greatest Adventure.
Our family’s homeschool journey has been a wild and wonderful adventure. It’s completely different from when we started, and a few changes early on led me to discover our own special mash up I call adventure schooling. There are three core pillars that help define what adventure schooling can be and each leaves room for interpretation. Are you ready to say yes and see why homeschooling is the greatest adventure?…
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Aviation Mechanics Technology Program at Texarkana College.
The college landscape is changing, as it has been for the last few years. While college has always been the penultimate goal for our children’s homeschool education, we’ve begun to look more at all of the options. When we began homeschooling 10 years ago these choices seemed so far away, but now those big decisions are a short four years away. Trade and technical school have always been on our…
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Adventure Schooling: 3 Immersive Learning Journeys
Homeschooling was never part of our plan. In fact, it was never even on my radar as something I would choose to do. But, a cross country move set us on a path to “try it” for kindergarten for our son. It went so well we’re still doing it ten years later. Over the years, I’ve learned to embrace our own journey, a mash up of educational styles and immersive…
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Six of the Best Museums in Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City has many great amenities for families. From outdoor adventure to exploring downtown and all of the unique districts. It also has a wide range of museums, with something for everyone. It’s a great destination for families for a vacation or an adventure schooling journey. Here are six of the best museums in Oklahoma City, along with a really fun bonus spot to check out. This post contains affiliate…
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Exquisite Creatures at Crystal Bridges and things to do in Bentonville.
Northwest Arkansas has a lot going on. It is partially thanks to Walmart and because of that there are many incredible things to do. It’s the perfect place for an adventure schooling field trip. Did you know that there is a world renowned art museum right in downtown Bentonville? Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art consistently brings top notch exhibits and experiences. Exquisite Creatures at Crystal Bridges is no exception.…
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Five best memberships for families.
Memberships are a great gift that keeps giving all year long. You can get them and renew them anytime. Here are five of the best memberships for families.