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 Decorate for the holidays with these cute ginger bread houses! Houses measure about 2.5 inches wide and 3 inches tall. Price 30$ each + shipping: Candy House  Hanging Lights  Decorated Roof  Gingerbread House Candy House Hanging Lights Decorated Roof Gingerbread House

In our household, we are firm believers that the most effective learning happens when it’s disguised as play. We recently added  TENZI  to our game cabinet, and while it might initially appear to be just a collection of vibrant dice, it is actually a powerhouse of educational potential. The core objective is a high-speed race: each player rolls ten dice simultaneously, sets aside their chosen number, and rapidly re-rolls the remaining dice until all ten match. The first person to shout "TENZI!" wins. It is remarkably easy to understand, exceptionally fast-paced, and our daughter was instantly captivated by the competitive energy. While the base game is a blast, the true longevity of this resource lies in the TENZI Card Deck . This supplemental deck provides dozens of alternative ways to play, ranging from simple patterns to complex challenges that test speed and logic. I highly recommend picking up the cards if you want to extend the life of the game, as they offer varied dif...

In our current academic rotation, we have found that  Famous Figures of Ancient Times  serves as the perfect visual companion to The Story of the World . History can often feel abstract to a young child, particularly when the curriculum is text-heavy and light on illustrations. By cross-referencing my weekly lesson plans with this book, I can determine if there is a corresponding figure for the historical person we are introducing. It acts as a bridge between the narrative of the past and a tangible, physical representation that my daughter can interact with, truly putting a face to the names that shaped civilization. The structure of the book is exceptionally teacher-friendly, featuring two versions of each historical figure: one pre-colored for immediate use and a second "color-your-own" version for the student. It even includes informational cards that provide a concise biography of each person, which we use to reinforce the week’s themes. To ensure the most logical flow, ...

When I first started OneLuckeyWife it was only for the crafts that I hand make and sell. Since we started homeschooling I decided to add that into my blog as well. My Instagram will still have both the crafts I sell and our homeschool life lumped together. OneLuckeyWife has a Facebook page which has all the crafts I post pictures of. All 3 (IG, FB and blog) will post about sales and giveaways going on. Giveaways will be specific to one platform at a time. New to OneLuckeyWife is a  Facebook  page for our homeschool world. This page will have when we add a new review, fun things we do at school and milestones. OneLuckeyWife (craft/homeschool) can be reached on IG as OneLuckeyWife . OneLuckeyWife can be reached on FB as One Luckey Wife . OneLuckeyWife: Homeschool can be reached on FB as LuckeyEducationPrep .

Although our daughter was a precocious reader—beginning her journey just a month shy of her third birthday—I am committed to providing her with every available resource to refine her literacy. While  All About Reading  remains our primary curriculum, I was curious to see if  The Reading Lesson  could offer a unique supplementary perspective. This substantial volume is comprised of twenty lessons, each prefaced by a dedicated teacher’s guide that clarifies specific phonetic pronunciations. I particularly appreciated the introductory section that distinguishes between letters, words, and sentences; it’s a foundational concept that many programs overlook, assuming the child already understands the structural hierarchy of a page. The curriculum utilizes a "blending" approach, starting with two-letter combinations before graduating to full words. I was quite surprised to encounter the "th" digraph as early as Lesson Three. The book takes an unorthodox approach to high-fr...

I have done many custom orders in past. If you see a pattern/item that you would really like just send me an email (daisy.oneluckeywife@gmail.com) or message me on Instagram or FaceBook . I will make inquiries on if I can sell the finished piece. I am able to crochet, cross stitch, embroider and do diamond paintings/dots. Custom orders do not have an additional fee but some may require a non-refundable deposit. If you are looking to have a custom order done for a specific event/holiday then get with me sooner rather than later. I have a queue and each item I make is handmade so they take time to create. I have done some rush orders before. If you need to rush an order there will be an extra charge depending on how soon the order needs to be delivered.

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In our household, the exclamation "Art! Art! Art!" is a frequent herald of a creative afternoon. This week, we delved into  Deep in the Jungle Mosaics , another vibrant offering from Djeco . Because we have explored several of their kits through Timberdoodle , my daughter was able to dive in with zero hesitation. However, if your student is new to mosaics, do not fret; the instruction manuals are a masterclass in simplicity. They are entirely pictorial, allowing even a young child to navigate the project independently—a feature I prize highly, as it provides me with the necessary window to manage household tasks or attend to "little sis" while she remains happily occupied. The kit includes four projects featuring a menagerie of jungle inhabitants: a frog, a snake, a bird, and a jaguar. As with most Djeco sets, my only lingering wish is for a higher volume of projects, as my daughter tends to move through these with enthusiastic speed. A standout feature for me is th...

In our house, the adage that one can "never have too many books" is certainly true—but we extend that same philosophy to art supplies and kits! Because art is my daughter’s undisputed favorite subject, we were thrilled to dive into the  Natural World Workshop  by Djeco . This specific kit focuses on watercolor painting, and it maintains the high standard of excellence we’ve come to expect from the brand. The instruction manuals are a masterstroke of design; they are entirely pictorial and step-by-step, making them accessible even for children who haven't yet mastered reading. I love that I can set my daughter up with a Djeco project and tackle my own work while she remains creatively productive and fully engaged. The Natural World Workshop includes four distinct projects, each featuring a beautifully illustrated environment: an undersea world, a desert oasis, a lush rainforest, and a pristine, snow-covered forest. The artwork is absolutely adorable and serves as a magnif...

Recently, I have seen a lot of post on FaceBook asking what to do when you or your child is burnt out from school. Do you continue and push though the boredom, frustration or tears? I have some ideas on how to combat this burnout. I would suggest to implement these ideas when you start to see your child getting a bit bored or can tell when they are getting a little frustrated. We do not really have burnout because I regularly do the things suggested. You can choose to not do school for a couple days. Just have some free time.  We do a lot of games while at school. They are all educational games but fun for kids.  Take school somewhere else. We have done school in the bed, outside, at the beach, etc.  have your child pick what items they do. By this I do not mean that if your child does not want to do math then you don’t do it. I mean I sometimes let our daughter pick what order we do our work in. We still do every subject that was planned for that day.  Do a science ...

In our ongoing quest to nurture the "narrative spark" in our daughter, we’ve found a truly delightful resource in  Imagidice . While it may look like a simple set of dice, it is actually a comprehensive engine for oral storytelling. Each die features a variety of unique icons, and the included manual provides a thematic guide for what each image represents. The premise is wonderfully straightforward: you roll the dice and weave a cohesive story using the results. Whether you are collaborating on a single epic tale or taking turns as solo narrators, the staggering number of combinations ensures that no two adventures are ever the same. Our daughter has taken to this game with immense enthusiasm, largely because it grants her total creative sovereignty. She has a natural penchant for the whimsical, often crafting hilariously elaborate scenarios that keep the whole family entertained. On the flip side, she is equally captivated when it’s our turn to narrate, listening intently t...

Because I navigated my own school years with the challenges of dyslexia, I have a deep-seated desire to ensure our daughter builds a rock-solid foundation in composition. My primary goal was to find a resource that demystifies the structure of a proper sentence, and  Daily 6-Trait Writing Grade 1  has delivered exactly that. The workbook is brilliantly organized into 125 lessons, prefaced by daily lesson plans that take the guesswork out of teaching. For parents who might feel intimidated by the grading process, the book includes a comprehensive rubric and a detailed guide on how to use it. There is even a proofreading key in the back featuring the same symbols used in university-level editing, which is a fantastic way to introduce professional standards early on. The curriculum is designed for daily use, but since our school year runs from January to December, we have successfully adapted it to a three-day-a-week schedule. The workbook focuses on five core pillars: Ideas, Org...