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From 2007 to 2010, I suffered accidental Toxic Injury (also called Multiple Chemical Sensitivity or Environmental Illness). But, the forced time in bed has given me time to write. It has been such a blessing to work on my children's books and stories!-
Christa
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Category Archives: Homeschooling
Back to Work on Picture Books
I took a “break” to work on the book about our house, which was good. Then do the house video tour, then break my wrist (LOL), then celebrate our son’s graduation from high school, then celebrate with my husband our … Continue reading
Mystery Book Free on Kindle 4-18-17 Thru 4-22-17
Starting TOMORROW (4-18-17), my digital mystery book for kids is FREE! Free promotion goes through Saturday (4-22-17). Can be read on any device including laptops (just need the free Kindle app.) For ages 5 – 10, can be read aloud … Continue reading
Finally a “To Do List” Method That Works for Chronic Illness
(But you don’t have to have chronic illness for this to be a good method for you!) It’s called Loop Scheduling! WOW, I love it. You can learn more here and in Tauna’s other posts about this. Many with chronic … Continue reading
A Favorite Children’s Book
Mystery, intrigue, science fiction, even politics—what more could one want in a good book? 🙂 (Ok, maybe one wouldn’t want politics, but in this case, it’s interesting—even educational—for children.) What book? City of Ember. As you may know, it’s been … Continue reading
Whose Fault?
There are people who think everything is everyone else’s fault. And there are people who think everything is their own fault. I’m the latter. Maybe there are even balanced people who know that not everything is “someone’s fault” and can … Continue reading
One of the Most Important Lessons I’ve Ever Learned
There was once a great man in history who devoted his life to housing orphans. His name was George Muller. From him I learned one of the most important lessons ever regarding God’s will. (I added the bold.) http://bibletruthpublishers.com/how-to-ascertain-the-will-of-god/george-muller/answers-to-prayer/george-muller/la89641 How … Continue reading
Interview with My Elementary Music Teacher, Now Turned Children’s Book Author
Hi, Mrs. Griesse, thank you for agreeing to this interview! (Mrs. Griesse is author of a new, fun, historical fiction book for children: The Mysterious Gold Medal ) Tell us a little about yourself and your background. Mrs. Griesse: Thanks, … Continue reading
The Mysterious Gold Medal
Today I would like to introduce Mrs. Virginia Griesse. Nearly 30 years ago, she was my music teacher at school! 🙂 She and her husband also led a wonderful children’s singing group called Sounds of Sonshine. I have many wonderful … Continue reading
Free Stocking Stuffer Idea
Know any kids (or adults 🙂 ) who like puzzles or coloring pages? Print some out from here, roll up gently, tie with a red ribbon, and stuff in a stocking! Funny stories by kids are here. Or, how about … Continue reading
Homeschooling Tips
First, a list of my very favorite materials and companies: My Father’s World www.mfwbooks.com Math-U-See www.mathusee.com Apologia science www.apologia.com Easy Grammar www.easygrammar.com Handwriting Without Tears http://www.hwtears.com/hwt Songs for Learning http://www.audiomemory.com/ A Beka Basic Phonics Charts http://www.abeka.com/ABekaOnline/BookDescription.aspx?sbn=95354 HSLDA http://www.hslda.org/ We began … Continue reading
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