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*Disclaimer: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase - at no extra cost to you. Thank you for  supporting my blog. 🎄 What We’re Using This Christmas (Amazon Favorites) Here are a few things we’re loving and actually using this Christmas season: 🎄 Kids’ Christmas Activity Book  ( Amazon ) 🎄 Christmas Playdough Kit   ( Amazon ) 🎄 Christmas Book Set  ( Amazon ) 🎄 Easy Gingerbread House Kit  ( Amazon ) 🎄 Washable Christmas Stampers  ( Amazon ) 🎄 Christmas Fun Game  ( Amazon ) 🎄 Kids’ Christmas Craft Set  ( Amazon ) If you’re anything like me, December becomes a juggling act between holiday magic and keeping the household sane. I want Christmas to feel special for my kids, but I don’t want elaborate crafts, week-long prep, or a glitter explosion. That’s why I built this list: 25 beloved, easy-to-find Christmas read-alouds (all common, classic titles you can grab on Ama...

*Disclaimer: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase - at no extra cost to you. Thank you for  supporting my blog. What We’re Using This Winter (Amazon Favorites) ⭐  Snowflake Art Kit  – My kids LOVE this one ( Amazon ) 📚  Snow-Themed Kids Book  ( Amazon ) 🎨  Winter Stampers Set   ( Amazon ) ❄️   Winter Wonderland Sensory Bin  ( Amazon ) 🎲  Winter Learning Game  ( Amazon ) Winter has a special kind of magic for families. When the days get shorter and the air turns crisp, there’s nothing better than curling up together under soft blankets with a good book and a warm drink. As a parent (and a homeschooler like you), I’ve found that this cozy time is perfect for building reading traditions, sparking imagination, and strengthening family bonds. If you’re looking for quality reads that work for a 6‑year‑old AND a 12‑year‑old (or siblings of different ages), t...

*Disclaimer: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase - at no extra cost to you. Thank you for  supporting my blog   What We’re Using This Winter (Amazon Favorites) ⭐  Snowflake Art Kit  – My kids LOVE this one ( Amazon ) 📚  Snow-Themed Kids Book  ( Amazon ) 🎨  Winter Stampers Set   ( Amazon ) ❄️   Winter Wonderland Sensory Bin  ( Amazon ) 🎲  Winter Learning Game  ( Amazon ) ___________________________________________________________________________________ There’s something magical about pulling a blanket over little knees, cracking open a picture book, and watching tiny faces go from fidgety to completely still. Winter is my absolute favorite reading season with preschoolers — the world outside is quieter, the sweaters are cozier, and short, vivid books become the gateway to science, social-emotional learning, vocabulary, and imagination. If you’re...