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So, you’ve got libvirt installed on your Linux box and your looking for a simple application for running virtual machines. Look no further than Boxes, so far as it meets your needs, of course. What’s that you ask? What do you need to figure out to run on this on a Btrfs filesystem? Well, you’ve come to the right place! This post describes how to install and accommodate Boxes on Btrfs.| JWillikers
If you want to run virtual machines on Linux, chances are you’re going to use libvirt. I make use of it all the time, especially for testing these blog posts in a clean environment. libvirt provides a common interface around various underlying tools for virtual machine management. It not only offers features for guest management but for networking and storage management as well. It’s standard XML schema also makes for a powerful and versatile configuration format. On Linux, libvirt is typ...| JWillikers
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If you’re looking for a fun and low-prep way to add more homeschool science activities into your days, you’re going to love this free 30-Day Science Curiosity Challenge printable.| Only Passionate Curiosity
Learn what’s under your skin! Free printable Human Skin 3D Diorama for homeschool science fun.| Only Passionate Curiosity
Who knew raisins could bust a move? Try this simple Dancing Raisins experiment and see the magic happen.| Only Passionate Curiosity
While you may not be thinking about the holiday season yet, the USDA Forest Service has been thinking about it for quite some time! This year's 2025 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree is a majestic red fir named Silver Belle, and it is making its way to Washington, D.C. from Nevada's Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. The post Celebrate the Holidays with Red Fir, Green Jobs, and the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree appeared first on Project Learning Tree.| Project Learning Tree
Discover famous astronomers every Christian homeschool student should know. Inspire your kids with stories of discovery, faith, and God’s glory through astronomy.| Journey Homeschool Academy
Discover 25,000+ free printable worksheets for homeschoolers, from PreK to high school. Read our 15Worksheets.com review to see what you can get for free.| Monkey and Mom
Practical advice from educators and experienced parents to help you and your child thrive during the middle school years. As a middle-school parent three times over, I saw my children go from chatty sharers to communication firewalls. I went from confidently coaching my kids in math to thinking algebra came from Mars. Awkward, socially clueless […] The post Navigating Middle School: Tips for Parents to Support Their Kids appeared first on L.A. Parent.| L.A. Parent
Practical hacks to simplify mornings, manage chaos, and create routines that help kids and parents thrive all year long. Are back-to-school routines harder on kids or parents? It’s hard to say. What I can speak to is how my neurodivergent mom brain has developed survival methods to ease not only new school-year routines, but the […] The post School Routine Tips for Families with ADHD and Beyond appeared first on L.A. Parent.| L.A. Parent
Peacocks are beautiful creatures, and this papercraft peacock is a great way to learn more about these amazing birds with a hands-on project!| Only Passionate Curiosity
Hedgehogs are amazing creatures, and this papercraft hedgehog is a great way to learn more about these fascinating animals with a hands-on project!| Only Passionate Curiosity
There’s something special about third grade in Michigan. It’s the perfect time for students to start asking, “Why is Michigan the way it is?” and see how people, places, and choices shape our daily lives. But teaching social studies isn’t| TCI
Most kids know names like Newton or Einstein, but what about Aryabhata, Al-Khwarizmi, or Zhang Heng? These scientists coloring pages introduce kids to the big thinkers who shaped science all over the world. Grab a free Galileo page and explore my 12 Early Science Giants STEM coloring book for curious learners. The post 12 Early Scientists Coloring Pages | A STEM Coloring Book for Kids appeared first on Monkey and Mom.| Monkey and Mom
A teacher shares tips for how he turned a writing contest into something joyful, accessible, and surprisingly powerful.| Imagination Soup
Elementary Writing Prompts: 49 Story Starters & Writing Ideas for Elementary Kids— Writing skills ... Read more| JournalBuddies.com
Empathy Questions for Students --- Fostering empathy among students is more important than ever. As children navigate various social dynamics, understanding and connecting with their peers can create a kinder, more inclusive environment. You see...| JournalBuddies.com
Are you looking for good children’s books containing divorce or separated parents? I have divorce-themed picture books, chapter books, and middle grade books to share... The post 26 Good Children’s Books About Divorce appeared first on Imagination Soup.| Imagination Soup
It's wonderful when grandparents spend loving, quality time with their grandchildren. Such is the case in these picture books... children spending time with a grandparent, often it's just time together, but sometimes it's sharing memories, adventures, or wisdom. The post 40 Warmhearted Picture Books for Grandparents Day appeared first on Imagination Soup.| Imagination Soup
This month’s picture books were incredible and abundant, so I split the reviews into picture books best for preschool and kindergarten, and this list is... The post 8 New Elementary Picture Books for Ages 6 – 9, September 2025 appeared first on Imagination Soup.| Imagination Soup
These new titles are sure to be aloud favorites! I’m SO happy to see so many books for the younger crowd because in recent years,...| Imagination Soup
Discover the best bird identification books for homeschool families worldwide. Pair these guides with World of Birds for an engaging, faith-based science experience.| Journey Homeschool Academy
Dress up as your favorite book character for Halloween and have a Happy Bookish Halloween (or World Book Day)! How about one of these book character costume ideas from the favorite children's picture books, chapter books, middle grade books, and some YA books? The post 80 Best Book Character Costumes appeared first on Imagination Soup.| Imagination Soup
I'm thrilled to interview sister and brother Kim Shearer and Chas! Pangburn to talk about their ideation, collaboration, making graphic novels, and more!| Imagination Soup
Discover Music Duo Academy, a self-paced homeschool music curriculum for K–6. Fun lessons, folk songs, & 14-day free trial for families.| Monkey and Mom
Looking for a fun and simple craft to do with your kids? Check out this sunflower felt craft.| Only Passionate Curiosity
Elephants are fascinating creatures! Check out this fun easy to do elephant craft for kids. Make this a learning activity too with the facts we share about elephants! Make it part of an animal study.| Only Passionate Curiosity
For an easy recycled craft idea, make this easy Origami Butterfly! Use it as a bookmark or for decoration! These are easy to make!| The Best Ideas for Kids
CodeMonkey Review from our homeschool: a fun, game-based way for kids to learn coding and computer science skills step-by-step.| Monkey and Mom
BIG, EXCITING, WONDERFUL NEWS! Today, I can officially reveal the cover for my first picture book, TOVA’S SWEET SOLUTION, written by me, Melissa Taylor, illustrated...| Imagination Soup
Happy back-to-school season! To celebrate, I’m sharing newly published picture books that I know you’ll want to share with the children in your life. Whether...| Imagination Soup
Support any child's back to school experience with children's books about the first day, separation anxiety, emotions, & friendship.| Imagination Soup
Tired of frustrating Earth Science lessons? Journey Homeschool Academy provides streamlined, engaging Christian homeschool earth science lessons designed for busy families. Reclaim your joy in homeschooling today!| Journey Homeschool Academy
Most rainbow science units are either all fluff or far too technical. This one bridges the gap with hands-on rainbow experiments, real science, cultural stories, and student-led materials that explore the colors of the rainbow, the beam of light behind them, and the deeper “why” curious kids are always asking. The post The Ultimate Rainbow Unit Study for Gifted & Curious Kids (Grades 3–12) appeared first on Monkey and Mom.| Monkey and Mom
Homeschooling? Recess.gg offers a low-pressure way to connect with peers, explore interests, and join guided enrichment sessions online. Here's our honest review of how it works, what it costs, and whether it's truly worth it. The post Recess.gg Review: A Digital Social Platform for Homeschoolers Who Crave Connection appeared first on Monkey and Mom.| Monkey and Mom
Poetry is an important component of any solid elementary language arts curriculum. But how can we make teaching it fun and engaging for young minds? As a homeschooling mom with over eight years of teaching experience, I’ve found poetry to be an excellent tool for enhancing vocabulary, encouraging creative writing,... The post How to Make Poetry Fun for Kids | Free 3rd Grade Poetry Worksheets appeared first on Monkey and Mom.| Monkey and Mom
Is Math Lessons for a Living Education the right homeschool math curriculum for your child? This honest, in-depth review breaks down the pros, cons, lesson structure, and real parent feedback to help you decide. While this Christian, story-based program is great for kids who need a gentle, real-world approach, it may not offer enough review or challenge for advanced learners. Read on to see if it’s a good fit for your homeschool! The post Can a Story-Based Math Curriculum Really Work? The T...| Monkey and Mom
Teaching cursive doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With my free cursive alphabet printable, you’ll have a simple, no-stress way to help your kids build confidence, improve fine motor skills, and develop fluent handwriting. The post Teach Cursive in Just 15 Minutes a Day | Free Cursive Alphabet Printable appeared first on Monkey and Mom.| Monkey and Mom
Inside: Make learning fun with these free printable Chinese Zodiac animals for PreK–3! Get a free coloring book with tracing activities, plus flashcards to explore traits, lucky numbers, and more. Grab your free sample and start teaching with ease! Who doesn’t love a good story filled with animals, adventure, and... The post Free Printable Chinese Zodiac Animals for Preschool and Early Elementary Kids appeared first on Monkey and Mom.| Monkey and Mom
Homeschooling lesson planning, daily schedule and arranging your schoolroom can be very intimidating. Here's how I do it and still stay flexible enough to cover everything. The post 5 Easy Steps to Build a Year-Round Homeschool Schedule appeared first on Monkey and Mom.| Monkey and Mom
Teaching geography, especially topics like the polar regions, can be challenging. We want kids to go beyond just memorizing places and facts—to understand, connect, and get curious. The Arctic and Antarctic regions aren’t just faraway locations; they’re home to incredible landscapes, animals adapted to extreme conditions, and unique ecosystems. My... The post Exploring Biomes: The Polar Regions Unit Study for Kids appeared first on Monkey and Mom.| Monkey and Mom
Getting 6th graders excited about writing can be challenging. You’ve probably experienced it firsthand—the blank stares, the heavy sighs, and the constant “I don’t know what to write!” At this stage, kids are asked to think more deeply and organize their thoughts in ways that feel more structured. And while... The post 6th Grade Writing Prompts and Themed Writing- Egypt Mysteries Printable appeared first on Monkey and Mom.| Monkey and Mom
Looking for a way to make math fun and engaging for your kindergartener? SPORK Education’s kindergarten math curriculum combines interactive games and hands-on activities to help your child build a strong foundation in math, while keeping learning enjoyable. It’s perfect for families who want a playful yet effective approach to education. The post SPORK Education Review: A Gamified Kindergarten Math Curriculum appeared first on Monkey and Mom.| Monkey and Mom
When it comes to giving our kids the tools for lifelong health, nutrition is right at the top of the list. Helping kids understand how their bodies work, what fuels them, and how to make the best eating choices is so much more than just educational—it’s empowering. By teaching kids... The post My Healthy Plate Worksheets | Nutrition Printables appeared first on Monkey and Mom.| Monkey and Mom
Teaching kids about the water cycle can be challenging due to its complex concepts and terminology. This guide provides strategies for explaining the water cycle to young learners, with visual aids, hands-on activities, and a free water cycle diagram worksheet to make learning engaging and effective. Suitable for 2nd to 8th graders, the Water Cycle Unit Study simplifies this essential science topic. The post Teaching About the Water Cycle: A Free Water Cycle Diagram Worksheet appeared first o...| Monkey and Mom
Inside: Struggling with how to teach kids about volcanoes? I’ve put together an extensive collection of resources and helpful links to simplify your teaching. Be sure to also grab the free ‘Parts of a Volcano Worksheet’ (and sample of my bigger Volcano Unit Study) included in the post to enhance... The post Volcanoes Unit Study: Parts of a Volcano Worksheet appeared first on Monkey and Mom.| Monkey and Mom
Inside: Heritage Humanities transforms the rich, complex world of classical literature into something accessible and engaging for today’s digital natives. Diving into classical texts of English literature can often feel like navigating a labyrinth, especially for young learners. Marc’s recent experience with the CLT8 exam highlighted a significant gap in... The post Classical Literature in the Digital Age| Heritage Humanities for Homeschoolers appeared first on Monkey and Mom.| Monkey and Mom
Inside: Explore the Moon with your kids through fun, hands-on activities, ideas, apps, videos, and free Moon phases worksheets. It’s a perfect blend of learning and play! Ever felt a bit lost when your child throws a tricky question your way? You’re in good company if your kids’ latest questions... The post How to Teach Kids about the Moon Phases| Worksheets and Tips appeared first on Monkey and Mom.| Monkey and Mom
Inside: Looking for engaging Spring activities for kids and a Valentine’s Day Unit Study to sprinkle some fun and learning into your homeschool day? You’re in the right place. From engaging activity ideas to learning about myths and developing literacy and numeracy skills, this post has it all! Spring is... The post 20+ Delightful Spring Activities for Kids and Valentine’s Day Unit Study Ideas❤️ | Thematic Learning appeared first on Monkey and Mom.| Monkey and Mom
Inside: Discover the best educational toys for 6-year-old boys (and girls), handpicked by an experienced homeschool mom. Plus, get exclusive tips for enhancing your child's learning experience. The post 30 Must-Have Educational Toys for 6-Year-Old Boys – Perfect for Homeschooling appeared first on Monkey and Mom.| Monkey and Mom
Do you have Harry Potter fans? Do your kids wish for a Hogwarts homeschool? Then this post is for you. I’ve discovered an amazing Harry Potter unit study that has the potential to transform your muggle homeschool into a school of wizardry! Waldock’s Wizards and Wands from The Waldock Way... The post Harry Potter Unit Study: Waldock’s Wizards and Wands Review appeared first on Monkey and Mom.| Monkey and Mom
You might have noticed I don’t talk much about interest-led studying or unit studies. That’s not because we aren’t doing interest-led, it’s because most of the time it goes unnoticed. I am not in the habit of spending hours to plan unit studies because Marc’s interests change quickly and he’s... The post Boost Your Learning with the Online Unit Studies from Techie Homeschool Mom appeared first on Monkey and Mom.| Monkey and Mom
I vividly remember Marc’s first steps into the world of learning- it wasn’t always easy, and I didn’t always know what I was doing along the way. Now, as a middle schooler, he’s tackling subjects and concepts that are far beyond his years with excitement and curiosity. But it all... The post Early Learning Made Easy with Homeschool+ {Review} | Adaptive Learning Platform appeared first on Monkey and Mom.| Monkey and Mom
While homeschooling, science is often pushed at the bottom of the list from lack of time. This independent science curriculum is amazing for busy families!| Monkey and Mom
Today, we're bringing you a printable of several unique summer scavenger hunts, which you can print out and use to make your summertime activities that much more adventurous.| Only Passionate Curiosity
Teach kids mapping and cartography with this hands-on project. Build spatial thinking, math skills, and curiosity about the world.| STEAM Powered Family
In today’s education landscape, finding a curriculum that truly resonates with both students and teachers can be a challenge. Thankfully, TCI’s K-5 Social Studies Alive! programs have become a standout favorite among elementary educators, earning glowing reviews for their engaging, The post A K-5 Educator’s Favorite for Engaging, Interactive, and Effective Learning appeared first on TCI.| TCI
Elementary education has traditionally focused on English Language Arts (ELA) and mathematics, often at the expense of social studies and science. However, research shows that these content-rich subjects play a vital role in literacy development by building background knowledge, strengthening The post The Missing Piece in Literacy Instruction: Why Social Studies and Science Matter appeared first on TCI.| TCI
Discover how integrating social studies and science into K-5 literacy instruction boosts reading comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking.| TCI
See how science instruction enhances literacy by improving vocabulary, reading comprehension, and analytical thinking through inquiry-based learning.| TCI
Struggling to fit social studies and science into the school day? Explore strategies to overcome barriers and integrate content-rich instruction.| TCI
Whether your students need a break from memorization or they could simply use a fun opportunity for creativity, these fun writing prompts for kids are sure to do the trick!| JournalBuddies.com
Explore the fascinating world of ocean animals with these fun and creative ocean animal crafts. Use them to get kids interested in the ocean life and the different species known. Ocean Animal Crafts. Whale Puppet| Homeschool and Happiness
This fluffy slime recipe is easy and fun to make! No borax and made with contact solution and shaving cream.| The Best Ideas for Kids
CBS Elementary centers on a close friendship between a man and a woman that accomplishes something unique: it stays that way. More than that, it tells the story of the evolution of their relationship from initial animosity to collaboration to exceptional intimacy, to the point of treating each other as the most important person in their lives, all while keeping sex and romance out of it.| The Ace Theist
Whether you're part of an elementary school, high school, college, or university, your library provides a vital service, and its online presence is an integral part of that. Find out the 5 essential features of high-quality library websites, and explore 8 examples from primary school to university level. ...| The Edublogger
Discover the best birdsong apps for homeschool families—make nature study fun, hands-on, and faith-filled with these top picks!| Journey Homeschool Academy
Playing games can be a great way to make learning fun, and spend quality family time together. Below are a list of learni...| imaginativehomeschool.blogspot.com
This page is part of my history series where I share supplementary activities for Story of the World history chapters. If you aren't using Story of the World, you can still use this page: Just skip over the "While Reading Story of the World" section, and browse my suggestions of books and activities for learning about the Phoenicians. | Imaginative Homeschool
Several years back I did a post about Christopher Columbus fact checking a lot of the errors floating around. Now, I'd like to share some short videos you CAN use to teach this history to children, without exposing kids to things they aren't ready for or sugar coating this history. Further down on this page are some good videos related to Spanish exploration, conquest and colonization. | Imaginative Homeschool
Making torn paper mountains is a fun, really easy artwork you can do with kids of almost any age (or even adults!).| Imaginative Homeschool
I'm not big on workbooks generally, but I love the Visual Guide Workbooks. They feature colorful, fun, infographics packed with great information, and questions and activities to go with them. I have a child who often struggled to pay attention to long written passages but almost always remembered the stuff he saw in the pictures and diagrams. That made these workbooks perfect for him. | Imaginative Homeschool
The bricks shown here were made with a mix of | Imaginative Homeschool
Treasures of the Snow by Patricia St. John is a beautifully written story of | Imaginative Homeschool
Don't have a yard suitable to doing fun archaeology digs in? Well, then just try layer cake!| Imaginative Homeschool
Here are five of my favorite picture books to read aloud to, or with, my kids. | Imaginative Homeschool
These 13 free printable templates for carving pumpkins are perfect for kids whether you're helping them carve or having them paint!| Childhood Magic
This post will help you break down 4th grade math into manageable parts throughout the year—with the help of CTCMath, an online curriculum that brings clarity and helps your child build confidence.| Hip Homeschool Moms
In this post, we’ll discuss the most helpful tips for making 3rd grade math a success in your homeschool—and introduce a helpful teaching companion: CTCMath.| Hip Homeschool Moms
The world of animation is at your finger tips in this quick and easy STEAM optical illusion project making a phenakistoscope with your kids.| STEAM Powered Family
Discover how to make beautiful art in this Spin Art project using a salad spinner. It is a fantastic way for students to play with physics.| STEAM Powered Family
Earth Day is April 22, 2025! Use these resources to help youth learn about sustainability issues, climate science, and actions they can take.| Project Learning Tree
Simple logic puzzle with a spring theme. Cut out the images and glue them on the puzzle board. The post Simple Spring Logic Puzzle Freebie appeared first on Simple Fun for Kids VIP.| Simple Fun for Kids VIP
Teaching math first graders will enjoy can be a challenging experience but a uniquely rewarding one as well. Let's talk about how to help your kids build a solid foundation in math in first grade.| Hip Homeschool Moms
This invisible ink project would be fun to do with your kids for Valentine’s Day, making cards or secret notes for friends and siblings!| Only Passionate Curiosity
Here is a great set of outer space writing prompts that elementary school students will love. Help them get their creative writing about space on today!| JournalBuddies.com
The 2025 Green Schools Conference supports green schools and school systems toward whole-school sustainability. We hope to see you there!| Project Learning Tree
We’ve compiled various activities and resources you can do and share with your learners to inspire them to make a difference. The post Learning by Giving Back appeared first on Project Learning Tree.| Project Learning Tree
TruthQuest History homeschool history curriculum combines Charlotte Mason & Classical methods to put God back at the center of the past.| The Curriculum Choice
This handprint craft is perfect for Mother's Day or Valentine's Day! Use our free daisy template to create flowers for this special keepsake.| Childhood Magic
Need a quick STEM project idea? Try these no prep Mini Building Challenges that build curiosity, design and engineering skills for all ages.| STEAM Powered Family
Our Star Wars Writing Prompts will jolt you with story ideas that spark the Force within. Let's explore the vast potential of a galaxy far, far away.| JournalBuddies.com
In this fun spring craft for kids, children will illustrate the butterfly life cycle right onto a paper plate. This post also contains a free printable template to help get you started! (This post contains affiliate links.) Follow our Spring Crafts and Learning Pinterest board! *This post was originally published on March 12, 2015 and has...| Buggy and Buddy
Create Leaf Art including rubbings, prints, cyanotype and more, then dive into the science of leaves with these fun projects ideas for kids.| STEAM Powered Family
Is Structure and Style for Sudents too repetitive? Let's find out shy in this IEW SSS level A comparison.| Monkey and Mom
Srtructure and Style for Students is a well-known writing curriculum and it's no wonder so many people love it! Let's dive in and see how SSS teaches writing and what components it has.| Monkey and Mom
Are writing skills really on the decline? Discover how a holistic writing curriculum like IEW can raise effective thinkers, writers, and speakers, and break the cycle of bad writing.| Monkey and Mom
Here's how you can enrich Structure and Style by using 10 less-known IEW tools. From the free printables to the IEW app, these finds will help implement SSS.| Monkey and Mom
Discover the power of energy by building a Rubber Band Car in this fun and fast paced STEM challenge for home, club or classroom.| STEAM Powered Family
