Every year around December 1st, we print this Christmas bucket list and hang it on the fridge. It gives us a simple way to plan fun, low-stress activities without feeling overwhelmed by everything the season throws at us. With 25 color-in squares featuring easy, screen-free ideas like “bake cookies,” “make hot chocolate,” and “visit Christmas…
Although we homeschool, there is no reason we shouldn’t have fun on the holidays. I have put together our favorite homeschool Valentine’s Day ideas. Which include lesson plans, books, and fun activities. These Valentine’s Day printable activities are not just educational though. I have included Valentine’s arts and crafts and lots of fun. Valentine’s Day…
Christmas planning is something I genuinely look forward to every year. The moment Halloween ends, I’m already thinking about lights, lists, and making December feel magical, but not chaotic. Over the years, I’ve found that starting early doesn’t just reduce stress, it actually gives us more time to enjoy the things that matter most, like…
If you’re looking for a fun way to add some holiday cheer, this Christmas elf name generator has been a festive hit in our house for years. We love pulling it out at the start of December, everyone finds their elf name and suddenly we’re Sparkle Everfrost or Tinsel Clauson for the season. It’s such…
Add even more fun to family game night with the best word board games. Not only are they fun, but they are a great way for the whole family to get together and have hours of fun. These board games for kids are for preschoolers right through to teenagers, making sure there’s something for everyone…
Stay cozy this season with our winter Mad Libs printable! My son and I always love how these silly stories bring so much laughter to a snowy afternoon. With just a few adjectives, nouns, and verbs, you can turn a simple story into something completely hilarious. These printable Mad Libs are a great way to…
Thanksgiving color by number printables are a fun way to mix creativity with learning during the holiday season. These festive worksheets feature autumn-inspired designs like turkeys, pumpkins, and fall leaves, all ready to be brought to life with color. Ideal for engaging kids during Thanksgiving gatherings or in a classroom setting, these printables combine number…
A scarecrow acrostic poem ended up being one of the first writing prompts that actually got my son excited about poetry. Something about the fall theme and having a visual like the scarecrow helped him focus, and made the whole thing feel more like a creative challenge than a writing assignment. These printable templates give…
Keeping track of your child’s reading progress is essential, and a reading log printable can be a helpful tool. A book reading log is a great way to encourage a good reading habit in children. Fostering a love for books and helping them develop essential literacy skills that will benefit them throughout their lives. These…
Bring the magic of a Mexican Christmas into your holiday learning with our Christmas in Mexico worksheet! This simple, hands-on activity invites kids to discover Mexican holiday traditions, from festive foods to beloved customs like Las Posadas. These free printable Christmas activities add a fun, cultural twist to the season, making it easy to explore…
After over a decade of Elf visits, I’ve learned that having a stash of free printable Elf on the Shelf props on hand is the best way to keep things fun without adding extra stress. Whether I’m prepping ahead or scrambling at bedtime (yep, it still happens!), these easy printables have saved me more times…
Printable Mad Libs have been one of our go-to language arts tools when we need something fun, low-prep, and still educational. My son doesn’t even realize he’s practicing grammar, he’s too busy laughing at the ridiculous stories we end up with. These fill-in-the-blank games are a clever way to build vocabulary, reinforce parts of speech,…
Halloween activities for middle school can be tricky, too kiddish and they’ll roll their eyes, too academic and it sucks the fun out of the season. When my son hit that middle school age, I realized I needed activities that kept the spooky vibe alive and felt age-appropriate. Over the years, we’ve tried everything from…
If you’re exploring Christmas Around the World with your kids, this Christmas in the Philippines worksheet is a fun, low-prep way to bring Filipino holiday traditions to life. The six printable pages include activities like coloring a parol lantern, learning about Simbang Gabi, and discovering favorite Filipino Christmas foods. Designed to be both educational and…
Get ready for some fun Halloween games for kids! For kids, October signifies just one thing, Halloween! This month is filled with candy, pumpkins, costumes, and parties, making it the best time of the year. Prepare to create lasting memories and host a spooky celebration with these engaging Halloween activities for kids. These fun Halloween…