A representative from Redbook Magazine contacted me about a for it/against it article they were doing about unschooling. She asked if I was interested in giving my thoughts as someone who was “for it”. Of course, I said yes! Anytime I can share my experiences and thoughts on topics that are dear to me, I’m…
Catskill Game Farm | Growing Up Brooklyn
When I was a young child, our family spent the summers vacationing in upstate New York, staying in one of the local bungalow colonies that were popular during that time. We spent our days visiting all the family attractions in the surrounding area, such as Catskill Game Farm. Some history: The Catskill Game Farm was…
Talking To An Unschooled Child
There was a discussion, on one of my unschooling e-mail groups, about how extended family members seem to have a hard time finding something to say to a child when they can’t ask about school. It’s like the only questions anybody can think of to ask a kid is “What grade are you in?”, “What’s your favorite subject?” and “How are you doing in school?”
Madame Tussauds | Times Square
Have you ever been to a wax museum? I find them both creepy and fascinating at the same time. If you get a chance to visit Madame Tussauds, please go. There are locations worldwide but even if you don’t live near one, try to fit it into your next vacation if you can. These photos…
Ant-Man Activity Pack | Free Printables
Marvel is giving one of the founding members of The Avenger his big-screen debut! Marvel Comics first introduced Hank Pym/Ant-Man in 1962 in Tales to Astonish and he appeared in The Avengers in their first comic debut in 1963. Hank Pym becomes Ant-Man after discovering a chemical substance that allowed him to change his size…
Create A Rock Garden
Create a rock garden and add some whimsey to your backyard or even inside your home. Start by looking for rocks of all shapes and sizes, watching for flat, smooth stones. You may have to collect them over time so start looking now and keep them on the side until you gather enough. Look for…