Friday Five: October 16, 2020

Friday Five is my weekly roundup for fun homeschooling ideas. All week, I come across resource finds from around the web. (Follow me on Facebook and Pinterest for real time updates.) I cull my discoveries down on Friday for my weekly top five picks.

Homeschooling ideas this week: ICYMI: PBS KIDS Pumpkin Carvings, Teaching Children to Be Kind and Practice Compassion; 100 Low-Prep Backyard Activities; 10 Halloween Crafts and Activities for Kids; plus a quote from Keshavan Nair.

1. ICYMI: PBS KIDS Pumpkin Carvings

One my most popular posts for this time of year. Skip the screams and aim for squeals this Halloween with your favorite PBS KIDS characters. Read more.

2. Teaching Children to Be Kind and Practice Compassion

Kindness and empathy are so important. Practice these skills daily. https://www.pbs.org/parents/being-kind

3. 100 Low-Prep Backyard Activities

Take a break from the screen and try these outdoor ideas, right in your own backyard! (From Little Pine Learners)

4. 10 Halloween Crafts and Activities for Kids

Try these ideas for a spooktacular (and crafty holiday). From ParentMap

5. Education Quote of the Week

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