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What area of your home do you want to get organized?

Join me Tonight for FREE FREE MOM tips From chaos to Organized is it possible? Join us for "Let's Organize It " this week on 24/7 MOMS Live webcast ( TV on your computer) Join us Tuesday night at…

Started by 24/7 Moms Feb 2.

Why do you Homeschool? 8 Replies

People always ask me why I homeschool my daugther, I would love to hear more answers from other Moms, I have a Post on my Blog about it if you like to read it , you are welcome to visit here: http:…

Started by Tati. Last reply by Tati Jan 31.

Pros and Cons to Homeschooling 4 Replies

I was asked recently by my cousin, the pros and cons to homeschooling. I'd love to share it with you. I hope it blesses you. Please fill free to comment, too. I welcome your thoughts and I hope to me…

Tagged: pros, cons, homeschool, pros and cons

Started by Melanie Derrick. Last reply by Melanie Derrick Jan 26.

Found a really neat science experiment...

I found this article, and thought it would make a great science experiment. Although, I need to research how and why it works, the author shows you how to make something like an emergency glow stick…

Tagged: science, homeschooling

Started by Sheila Holloway Jan 26.

Can you help your child succeed in school in 2010 4 Replies

Parents, January is the Time to Help Your Child Succeed in School As the second half of the school year begins more than ever, parents need to work with their child’s school. We need you more now th…

Started by Rhonda Cratty. Last reply by Rhonda Cratty Jan 24.

Welcome to Homeschooling Twitter Moms!! 55 Replies

So tell us a bit about yourself! How old are your kids? How do you homeschool? Where do you hang your book bag? (general area, no need to list your city and state, if you don't wanna) What do you lo…

Started by Spookygirl. Last reply by Sheila Holloway Jan 20.

Teaching our children 101: keep the "Dream Alive" with...

Teaching our children 101: keep the “Dream Alive” with kindness Teaching our Children to Keep the “Dream Alive” with Kindness There are plenty of ways to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day during…

Started by Rhonda Cratty Jan 18.

Love to Read? 1 Reply

Join me in Fall Into Reading 2009 - http://bestofbothworldsathome.com

Started by Tammy DePew Smith. Last reply by Charity L. Maness Jan 6.

Can you resolve to raise a mathematician in 2010

Dust off those old favorite board games, cards and dice of yours. Buy a new game as a 2010 New Year gift. Sit around a table with the TV off, don’t answer the phone. You are helping your child with h…

Tagged: children, fun, family, Math

Started by Rhonda Cratty Dec. 31, 2009.

Can you resolve to raise a reader in 2010

2010 Happy New Year Reading! Enjoy reading aloud every day, with your child, in 2010. *10 reading tips, **8 more slide show tips and ***4 more sites to visit packed with ideas to help your child beco…

Tagged: 2010, parents, children, Readers

Started by Rhonda Cratty Dec. 27, 2009.

Children Deck the Outdoors

My article http://www.examiner.com/x-2016-Parenting--Educatio gives an idea to keep children busy while they are waiting for Christmas; it also teaches kindness to wildlife. Does anyone else have ide…

Tagged: kindness, animal, outdoors, Children

Started by Rhonda Cratty Dec. 20, 2009.

Enter to win a Progresso Soup Prize Package

I'm hosting my first ever giveaway on my blog - it's easy to enter and you could win a nice prize package from Progresso Soup Company. http://bestofbothworldsathome.com

Started by Tammy DePew Smith Dec. 11, 2009.

Practice, Practice, Practice will help our kids read - but what if you don't have time to help? 3 Replies

I'm a mom of two. I have this passion to wipe out illiteracy. I started a kid's game/learning company that has shipped to high quality computer games for early readers that has won many awards (e.g.:…

Tagged: drawing, early, readers, reading, games

Started by Margaret Johnson. Last reply by Rhonda Cratty Nov. 11, 2009.

Homeschool Curriculum FREEbie - interactive Ebooks 2 Replies

Sylvan Dell Publishing is offering Free interactive Ebooks on their site - illustrated beautifully, these ebooks are in a variety of subjects and each ebook comes with an accompanying comprehension q…

Tagged: homeschooling, ebooks, curriculum, homeschool, free

Started by Tammy DePew Smith. Last reply by Tammy DePew Smith Nov. 10, 2009.

Homeschooling and preparing for college 3 Replies

Are there any members in this group that have teens who are preparing for college? Do you have any questions regarding college preparation and how its affected by homeschooling? I'd love to help...ju…

Started by Suzanne Shaffer. Last reply by Joelle Ferreira Leeks Nov. 6, 2009.

Homeschooling and Autism? 2 Replies

I am not homeschooling yet. I wanted to homeschool my oldest but wasn't able to be at home with her. She is now a freshman and boy do I wish I had homeschooled her. My boys are 3 and 1 and my 3 year…

Started by Courtney. Last reply by Courtney Nov. 6, 2009.

First Timer (3rd grader)...costs. 4 Replies

OK, so this Fall will be my first time homeschooling my 3rd grader. Any tips, ideas, help on costs? Does everyone just purchase all their needs right away? Is there a better way to save money on supp…

Started by Peg Graham. Last reply by PraiseWalker Oct. 23, 2009.

In a rut with your curriculum? Look no farther for a solution than your......iPod Touch!

We joke in our family that we need our iPod Touch's surgically attached. My kids are music buffs, and are using their iPods to keep up with the latest and best in the music scene. They talk to all th…

Started by PraiseWalker Oct. 23, 2009.

Is Unschooling For You?

I confess that while I have heard of unschooling, I truly had no idea what it was all about, but was interested to learn. My guest blogger for this week, Mrs. M, explains all about unschooling. Is it…

Tagged: home, at, work, homeschool, unschooling

Started by Tammy DePew Smith Oct. 23, 2009.

Looking for Guest Bloggers on Homeschooling 6 Replies

Each Friday I will be featuring a guest blogger on my blog - http://bestofbothworldsathome.com. My blog focuses on individuals who work from home, and also parents that homeschool. So, I would prefer…

Started by Tammy DePew Smith. Last reply by Tammy DePew Smith Oct. 19, 2009.

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Comment by Rhonda Cratty on February 6, 2010 at 9:23pm: February is American Heart Month; it was created to raise awareness of heart health issues. Friday kicked off the month’s events with the American Heart Association’s National Wear Red Day, which is part of the Go Red for Women campaign created in 2004. Let us extend this month’s heart health awareness to our children.

There is no end to what we do for our children; and there is no better place to start than with their dear little hearts. There is plenty to do to keep them healthy. Teaching them how to have an active life style and healthy eating are two great ways to start.
Keep Reading at: http://www.examiner.com/x-2016-Parenting--Education-Examiner~y2010m2d6-Children-heart-health-awareness-101

Comment by 24/7 Moms on February 2, 2010 at 10:46am: Join me Tonight for FREE FREE MOM tips

From chaos to Organized is it possible? Join us for "Let's Organize It " this week on 24/7 MOMS Live webcast ( TV on your computer)

Join us Tuesday night at 7pm PST OR 10pm PST - 2 shows 2 times

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- "Let's Organize It"

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Put your kids to bed - Grab a hot cup of your favorite beverage - Put on your P.J.'s - Surf over to channel www.247moms.com on your computer and join us.

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Comment by Rhonda Cratty on February 1, 2010 at 7:45pm: February 2nd is the day that Punxsutawney Phil of Punxsutawney, PA peeks out of his burrow to predict the weather for the rest of the winter. The legend is if Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, there will be six more weeks of winter weather. If he doe not see his shadow, there will be an early spring.

The largest Groundhog Day Celebration is held in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania where crowds have gathered to celebrate the holiday since 1886. This Pennsylvania German custom has its origins in ancient European weather lore, when a badger or bear was used as a weather predictor.

Our culture keeps Groundhog Day alive and well through books, celebrations, films and games.
For Some “Family Friendly” ideas keep reading at: http://www.examiner.com/x-2016-Parenting--Education-Examiner~y2010m2d1-Groundhog-Day-family-fun-101

Comment by Rhonda Cratty on January 28, 2010 at 7:51pm: Tonight snow showers are due to dust Colorado’s homes, providing an opportunity for old-fashion family fun.

Of course when we wake up to find snow covering our yard we think of snowboarding, skiing, sledding, building snowmen and snowball warfare. However, cold evenings are a perfect excuse to have family dinner, sitting around a coffee table, in front of a fire.

First you need to set the stage. Have your child cut out paper snowflakes to decorate the room, gather cozy pillows to place all around and stack books ready to read. Lamps should be bright enough to read by, but still comfy. Then everyone helps make a dinner of luscious cups of warm tomato soup, grilled cheese sandwiches, fruit salad and coco. As for desert, *snow ice cream is just right for your evening.

While sitting around the coffee table you can talk about your favorite “snow stories,” your day, as both your meal and conversation die down it is time to delve into those wonderful books. Stretched out on the floor propped up with pillows is a great way to share old and new books.

*Three recipes for snow ice cream:
Keep Reading at: http://www.examiner.com/x-2016-Parenting--Education-Examiner~y2010m1d27-Family-fun-on-cold-evenings-101

Comment by 24/7 Moms on January 26, 2010 at 10:48am: Do you have a SIMPLE Valentines idea? Are you looking for Ideas?

Join us this week on the 24/7 MOMS Live webcast and share fun simple Valentines ideas or GET a few new ones.

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Tweet, TXT, Facebook , invite all of your MOM friends to this weeks 24/7 MOMS Live webcast. (MOM TV Show on your computer).

Comment by Anastasia Borisyuk on January 24, 2010 at 7:51pm: I have one baby girl and we're homeschooling - though she is only turning one next week!

Comment by Rhonda Cratty on January 22, 2010 at 8:28pm: The most precious moments you will share with your children should be right before bed. Morning time families are rushing and bustling around for work and school. During the day families are separated by distance.

Home at last, work, school and activities done, dinner has been enjoyed and homework completed. Your children have had their baths, and are in their warm pajamas. Then comes a special time for your children, a time when “your” undivided attention, love and devotion are theirs alone. A time that they can count on, as a time in their day-(no matter what kind of day they have had,) that is filled with warmth, comfort, and reassurance through the nighttime ritual of cuddling closely with you and a book. Please Keep Reading at: http://www.examiner.com/x-2016-Parenting--Education-Examiner~y2010m1d21-Bedtime-and-Books-101#

Comment by 24/7 Moms on January 19, 2010 at 10:59am: The BIG Hair party on tonight's 24/7 MOMS live webcast this week 2
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Comment by Queen Beth on January 16, 2010 at 8:36am: Hi group! Just joined! I have 3 kids I'm homeschooling! Happy new year!

Comment by Charity L. Maness on January 6, 2010 at 8:11am: Ok, just how do you get a child back on track after the holidays? And I only gave him one week off! ARGH!! I have tried deep breathing..any other suggestions?