Spotlight on the Crew — Mental Math Strategies for Early Elementary

{This week’s Spotlight on the Crew article is brought to you from Julie, at Creatin Classical Chaos.}   Mental math is not only about being able to do the problems in your head, but more importantly understanding what strategies are used to solve the problem. Adults use mental math for everyday calculations more than 75% of the … Read more

Growing Up Wild Review

This article is in collaboration with Growing Up Wild. The Growing Up Wild DVD series introduces viewers to the Wild family who serve as missionaries in Indonesia.  Targeted towards children ages 5-12, it is their hope that these videos will not only educate children about real-life on the field but be used to raise up the … Read more

IEW’s Primary Arts of Language Reviews

This article is in collaboration with Institute for Excellence in Writing. Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) is a well-known and well-respected name in the world of homeschooling.  Though many naturally think of their resources for older students, IEW also offers Primary Arts of Language (PAL) for the youngest readers and writers in the family.  … Read more

Grace & Truth Books Reviews

This article is in collaboration with Grace & Truth Books. Grace and Truth Books is a Christian bookstore built on the idea that “fancy packaging” is not what’s important, what matters is “what will glorify God, strengthen His people in their walk, and call all peoples to find joy in knowing His gospel and following … Read more

Modesty Matters Reviews

This article is in collaboration with Modesty Matters. Sometimes it’s difficult to find suitable clothes to buy. Modesty Matters helps fill that need, especially the need to find modest dresses, by offering both sewing patterns and sewing instruction. Their “You CAN Sew!” program is a comprehensive course designed to teach basic sewing skills. The detailed … Read more