Studying Sea Turtles – {links!}
May 16, 2012 By Marci 1 Comment
We are in the midst of planning our summer vacation to the beaches of Alabama this summer. I am really hoping to work in some science while we are there without the kids even realizing it. We are landlocked here in the midwest, so a trip to the beach offers so many new opportunities! I [...]

A Real Life Science Author and Real Life Science Mysteries
May 11, 2012 By Marci 3 Comments
A couple weeks ago, I attended the 2 to 1 Conference in Washington DC. It was a gathering of homeschooling, social media loving mamas and companies that support us. It was amazing being with a large group of people who really understand each other. One of the best parts of the whole weekend was just [...]
Why Homeschoolers Will Dominate
May 10, 2012 By Marci 2 Comments
I think you will find the information in this graphic from CollegeAtHome.com very interesting. It still amazes me that even though we have these kind of facts there are still anti-home education people out there. Your thoughts? Created by: CollegeAtHome.com

Awesome Science DVD Review
May 9, 2012 By Marci Leave a Comment
This past school year was the first that I began to see the value of dvd’s, netflix and other educational video sources in our homeschool. We have all enjoyed seeing what we’ve been reading about in textbooks come alive on the screen. Documentaries and other video productions have, also, given us an insight into subjects [...]

Intro To Pre-K and Kindergarten Science
May 6, 2012 By Marci Leave a Comment
Who says pre-K and kindergartners can’t do science? Sure, they probably aren’t ready to study the kreb’s cycle or to understand quantum physics. However, they are probably the most science minded of all the ages of our students. They are very curious and love to explore and ask questions. As home educating parents, we need to [...]
Horse Science Links
May 4, 2012 By Marci Leave a Comment
This weekend is the 138th running of the Kentucky Derby. If you love horses and appreciate their power, you’ll want to watch. What a great way to kick off a horse study! I put together some links for you to get you started. Scientists believe they have found a “speed gene” in racehorses An MSNBC [...]

The Lab Report – Flower Dissection
May 1, 2012 By Marci Leave a Comment
The Lab Report is usually featured on Monday. Because of the 2 to 1 Conference, delayed flights, lack of sleep and laundry, this week’s Lab Report got pushed back to Tuesday. Better late than never, right? The Lab Report, sponsored by Apologia science, this week is a great science experiment to do with all ages. [...]
I’m Going To The 2 to 1 Conference!
April 25, 2012 By Marci 6 Comments
This Friday, I will be heading out to Washington DC to meet with other homeschooling mamas at the 2 to 1 Conference. It will be a weekend of learning about homeschooling and social media, as well as meeting online friends face to face. I am,also, looking forward to networking with other homeschool bloggers and getting to know [...]

Vote For Your Favorite CurrClick.com Science Fair Finalist
April 24, 2012 By Marci Leave a Comment
The finalists have been chosen for the CurrClick.com science fair. Click on over and vote on your favorite. There are some really great projects this year! Voting will close on May 4th, 2012, so get over there now. While you are there, save 40% on all kinds of science curriculum and resources!






