Alternatives to Traditional College Teens Need to Know About
Unlike a lot of parents, I don’t think every kid should go to college. In fact, for many kids, it’s not the best choice. They
Regrow vegetables from kitchen scraps
If you intend to grow your own vegetables in your backyard or on your patio, you can always start from seeds or use plants that
Using a Bible Commentary Gives Bible Study Depth
Whenever I write Bible studies, I always use a variety of authoritative sources to help me. These usually include a Bible commentary, a concordance, a
How Does Unschooling Work?: Veteran Bloggers’ Best Tips for Success
One of the most common questions I hear is, “How does unschooling work? I mean, on a day-to-day basis. Do you just let kids do
How to Teach Writing Skills to Older Kids
A writer is a person who writes about stuff. In order to write about stuff, you have to know stuff and do stuff. That sounds
Learning outside inspires new interests
Now that we can get outside and enjoy nicer weather, our spirits rise. But, what do we do outside? There are many benefits to outdoor
Different types of compost
As you begin to learn more about growing your own food and starting a vegetable or herb garden, you will find that composting is high
Knowing when to plant different vegetables
When growing your own fruits and vegetables, the first thing you need to know is when to plant different vegetables. Planting at the right time
Benefits of Eating Microgreens
When the seeds of fruits and vegetables develop tiny roots and their first true leaves start to show they are considered microgreens. This means they
A Spring Fast Tradition
Sometimes taking a look back through history helps us better understand our present. This isn’t just true for politics or economics, but also for cultural
How to Treat Children’s Allergies Naturally
Some of the natural remedies for seasonal allergies are not safe for children and so we need to learn how to treat children’s allergies naturally
How to improve your soil naturally
Where I live, the soil is thick with clay and is generally considered to be nutrient poor. I had to figure out ways to combat
Basics of the square foot method of gardening
There’s no disputing the health benefits of growing your own food, but how do you decide which method to try? There are many ways to
Typing Games Teach an Essential Skill: A TypeDojo Review
One skill that every student should learn is typing. I can’t think of any situation where you don’t need fast and accurate typing. Doesn’t everyone
Seasonal Spring Produce at the Farmer’s Market
Now that the weather is starting to warm up it’s safe to venture out of your house and grab some seasonal spring produce at your
Natural Remedies for Seasonal Allergies
While there is no cure for seasonal allergies, natural remedies for seasonal allergies may offer your body what it needs to heal itself. When I
How to reduce allergy symptoms with daily habits
While some habits make allergies worse, you can learn how to reduce allergy symptoms with daily habits. These habits are simple to do and can
Easy Things to Grow in Your Beginner Garden
If you are looking to start growing your own food, vegetables will probably be a large part of that. While you can grow just about
Health Benefits of Growing Your Own Food
You may have wondered in the past if growing your own food is worth the effort. The short answer is yes. In fact, there are
Benefits of Spring Greens
I am always amazed at God’s provision for us! As winter ends, what are the first plants growing in our gardens? Greens. The benefits of
What Makes Allergies Worse
When your eyes water and burn and your nose keeps running, the last thing you want is to do something that makes allergies worse. But,
Differences Between Colds and Allergies
Sometimes, allergy symptoms and cold symptoms feel so similar we wonder if it’s allergies or something else. Some symptoms can be confused with an infection,
Is it allergies or something else? Some clues
Even though you know your own body better than anyone, it can be hard to find out what is causing a disturbance in your sinuses
Why you should garden
Well, spring is well underway. It’s a great time to start a garden from scratch. Maybe you’ve thought about it, but still aren’t sure whether
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