Bananagrams is a fun, fast and portable game that appeals to wordsmiths and word strugglers alike. The genius of this game rests in its simplicity. To play you simply need a flat surface. A table, floor, or tray will do just fine. The entire game is kept in a banana shaped pouch with is easy to bring anywhere. The object of the game is to spell out words in a crossword style. The first person to use all his or her tiles is the winner. This game can be played in as few as five minutes. This is a great … Continue reading →

We are past the Dark Ages and heading into the Medieval Times in our homeschool. To continue our study of Art in the medieval times with the help of Artistic Pursuits, we studied Illumination. So we are in the 13th Century on the timeline, come join us for a little peek into illuminated manuscripts. What is illumination? Illumination in the most narrow definition is a manuscript adorned or embellished with gold and silver paints or decorations. Often this art form gave a heavenly glow to figures represented in the manuscripts However, today any decorated manuscript is referred to illumination. While … Continue reading →

Making use of things around the house for learning inspires creativity for both the teacher and student. It is also a way to develop a lifelong learner as all surroundings will teach lessons and inspire thought. Being resourceful also saves your pocketbook from losing too much valuable weight. Old newspapers, magazines and even phone books can be used for such purposes. Before you throw your old publications in the recycle bin think about recycling them into educational tools. Here are ways to squeeze some fun learning out of the Sunday paper: Letter Hunt. Give your child a highlighter, pencil or … Continue reading →