Feijoada (Brazilian Black Bean Stew)
When we had the opportunity to participate in a homeschool World Food Fest, we knew this was our chance to share the joy of Feijoada with the world (or at lest a few other homeschool families).
The Neighborhood News: Good News for Everyone
Publishing The Neighborhood News provides a monthly creative challenge for our kids and a hefty dose of cheer for our neighbors. It truly is a win-win!
Two Favorites: Creamy Tortellini Soup & Cheeseburger Soup
If you are looking to make one last pot of soup while winter is still hanging on, here are my two favorites from this season.
The Tale of Despereaux: A Satisfying Story
The Tale of Despereaux, a delightful book about a misfit, love-sick mouse, is a story that is full of light. Inspiring themes of love, redemption, forgiveness, and hope shine bright throughout the tale as the likable characters and the intriguing plot move us towards a resolution that is deeply satisfying.
Just like soup.
Art Fan: How to Cheer Kids on to New Creative Heights
To be a sports fan is fairly straightforward; sit in the stands and cheer! But what does comparable support of the arts look like? What does it look like to be an “art fan?”
The Best Read Alouds of 2021
2021 was an amazing year for read alouds in our house. Read on to discover the books that made us laugh loud, think deep, and feel brave. Which one will you read next?
No I Guess, Simply Yes
It stinks to be on the receiving end of a begrudging I guess. You make a request of someone and they do it, but instead of feeling blessed, you feel cursed. Instead of feeling gratitude, you feel like you owe them. The murky land of I guess is a disheartening place to be…
Christmas Hymns
Christmas hymns, packed with truth and beauty, invite us to kneel before the manger in worship and wonder. Oh, and they make lovey Christmas gifts, too.
Winter is Coming
Winter is Coming offers a gentle invitation to enjoy the beauty and wonder of fall in all its stages—the bright, golden days as well as the days of quiet and waiting.
Cultivating Gratitude: Five Thanksgiving Projects for Your Family
Five Thanksgiving project ideas to help your family seek goodness, count blessings, and give thanks together.
One Dog Canoe: A Living Room Production
On stage, once again at the LeVake Family Theater, One Dog Canoe! This story is a great read aloud book and a great “act it out” book. Read on for tips on how to bring this story to life in your own living room theater.