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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/6"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_single_image image="13559" img_size="large" alignment="center"][vc_column_text] Where to Find Spring Flowers [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Spring is in the air!!! Mother nature is such a show off when Spring comes around! I could not be more excited for warmer days and of course, those absolutely beautiful Spring flowers that are starting to bloom everywhere!! I love to take my daughter around town to look at all the pretty flowers in the area. We tracked down some of our favorites for you....

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/6"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_single_image image="13368" img_size="large" alignment="center"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Homeschool Conventions Near the CSRA [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]As a new or seasoned homeschool teacher, a homeschool convention is something that you should visit at least once. I personally wish that I could visit one every year because you get to learn from experienced homeschool teachers, look at new or preferred materials, and you get excited to teach another year.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] What To Expect [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Guest Lecturers and Classes Nationally known homeschool advocates, active, and retired homeschool teachers give...

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/6"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_single_image image="13320" img_size="large" alignment="center"][vc_single_image image="5321" img_size="large" alignment="center" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" link="http://www.evercrafty.us/p/blog-page.html"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Standardized Testing Options for Homeschoolers [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Even though research suggests that homeschool kids are taught exceptionally, and exceed public school standards in many ways (https://hslda.org/docs/news/200908100.asp, 2009), as a parent/teacher we just want that peace of mind. Sometimes we just want to know if what we are teaching our kids is getting through. Are they really learning? How do they compare to kids their same age? Standardized...

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/6"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_single_image image="28592" img_size="large" alignment="center"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] SOAR Tutoring Center: Academic Summer Camp - Featured Camp [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]https://www.facebook.com/soartutoringcenter/ Albert Einstein once said, “Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one has learned in school.” It is almost summer time, and SOAR Tutoring Center has what your child needs for an exciting and educational summer experience. Whether it is for a week session or all summer, your child can have a blast and learn without even knowing it! We...

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/6"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_single_image image="11981" img_size="large" alignment="center"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] 9 Cheap and Fun Things To Do in February [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]1. Harry Potter Night at Augusta Library Downtown. Feb 1st at 5 PM. Fun activities, crafts, and snacks! Event Link 2. Ice Cream for Breakfast at Flanigan's Ice Cream. Feb 3rd at 9 AM. Special waffle and ice cream plate and a toppings bar! 3. Tape Town at Columbia County Library. Feb 6th at 2 PM. Special play time with car toys. Event Link 4. Craft...

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/6"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_single_image image="11574" img_size="large" alignment="center"][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image="5321" img_size="large" alignment="center" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" link="http://www.evercrafty.us/p/blog-page.html"][vc_column_text] 7 Places to Volunteer with Kids in the CSRA [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Our kids take so much for granted, don’t you think? Probably because we give them almost everything they want. Nevertheless, we want our children to grow up sympathetic to the misfortunes in the world around us. We don’t want them to live in a bubble where they are oblivious to the suffering in our community. The only...

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/6"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_single_image image="10414" img_size="large" alignment="center"][vc_column_text] How to Track Santa On Christmas Eve! [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Santa is busy getting ready for his long journey on Christmas Eve, and your kids will be thrilled to know they can track him as his sleigh hits the sky. This year, there are two great options to watch Santa as drops presents all over the world. Here is a list of Santa tracking websites! [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Official Norad Santa Tracker [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]The Official NORAD Santa Tracker has an...

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/6"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_single_image image="10027" img_size="large" alignment="center"][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image="18519" img_size="large" alignment="center" onclick="custom_link" link="https://www.advanceservices.com/"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] The dropping temperatures here in the CSRA means that winter is quickly approaching. After such a HOT summer, it is most certainly welcomed. Winter has always been my favorite season, as it brings much joy to my spirit. The scents of Christmas, being bundled by a fire, passing on holiday traditions, and seeing children light up are some of my favorite things. Spending time with...

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/6"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_single_image image="9968" img_size="large" alignment="center"][vc_column_text] Thank you to Skateland of Augusta for supporting CSRA Kids by sponsoring this Spotlight Post! [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Skateland of Augusta: CSRA Kids Spotlight [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Recently I took my daughter to Skateland of Augusta on Windsor Spring Rd. It was her first time skating. We went for their 10 and under kids skate session which is Saturday mornings from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. We only had to pay $5 for her, parents are free, and that...

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/6"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_single_image image="9498" img_size="large" alignment="center"][vc_column_text] Elf on the Shelf Ideas [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The Elf on the Shelf is a beloved Christmas tradition. Santa has lots of little helpers who help make Christmas a very special time of year. His scout elves serve as his eyes and ears around the world helping manage his naughty and nice lists. Your Scout Elf has Christmas magic so that he can fly to the North Pole every night to report about his...