Homeschool Kindergarten American History
Homeschool Kindergarten American History: A review of Sonlight’s Exploring American History: History / Bible / Literature K from Starts At Eight
Middle School Online Art Curriculum
Being artistic is not a word I would use to describe myself, or anyone else in my immediate family for that matter! Thus when it comes to art in our homeschool I look to find resources that do a thorough job of putting everything in simple terms and easy to follow steps. (And videos are(…)
10 Things I Want New Homeschoolers to Know
Starting at the beginning, the beginning of anything, can be scary. There are so many unanswered questions. So many things you want to do, and know, and learn. Speaking from my over 10 years of homeschooling experience, let me share with you some things I would want new homeschoolers to know about homeschooling. 10 Things(…)
5 Online Classes for Homeschool High School Science
One of the many concerns of those considering homeschooling through the high school years is how to tackle science courses. One way you can easily do this is through online classes for homeschool high school science. Homeschooling high school doesn’t mean you have to do all the teaching yourself! This thought is often what concerns(…)
Homeschool Middle School Science – Exploring Creation with General Science
Homeschool middle school science can be tricky because you want something more than the elementary years, but not as in depth as might be tackled in high school. Homeschool Middle School Science Middle school is a time for transition from elementary school to high school. A move from everything being laid out for you to(…)
Teaching Life Skills: Typing – Keyboarding Resources
One of the many things we include in our homeschool as a life skill is typing – keyboarding. In this age of technology it is ever more important that our children become not only familiar with, but skilled with a mouse and keyboard and their typing skills. To help you in your quest for typing(…)
Seasons of Parenting Books for the Ages & Stages
Parenting is a job that no on really prepares you for. There aren’t really classes or instruction manuals for parenting our children! There are however many parenting books that can help us along the way on our parenting journey. Seasons of Parenting Books for the Ages & Stages Throughout my many years of parenting three(…)
Homeschool Math with Teaching Textbooks 3.0
Teaching math, not wanting to teach math, thinking you aren’t capable of teaching math. These are all reasons not to homeschool that often pop into people’s heads. Good news! Homeschool Math with Teaching Textbooks 3.0 makes it doable! Homeschool Math with Teaching Textbooks I have been using Teaching Textbooks products for 9 years now, and(…)
Save Cherished Memories with Canvas Prints – Giveaway
Throughout the past couple of years I have created some canvas prints for my children. They are a great way to take your beautiful photos graphs and turn them into room decorations. AND they make wonderful personalized gifts! PLUS they are more affordable than you think! Read on to find out more and enter to(…)
Middle School History Through Literature with Beautiful Feet Ancient History
As you know historical fiction is not only one of my favorite genres to read myself, but one of my favorite methods of teaching history in our homeschool. Teaching History Through Literature is a fun and engaging way to help your kids feel and understand the plights of the people and times throughout history. Instead(…)
Live Online Classes for Homeschooling High School
We all know that as kids get older, their school work gets harder and more involved. For us homeschoolers that can be intimidating for many reasons. Maybe you feel unqualified to teach it, or don’t have as much time to devote to helping your child with the work. For those reasons, and many more, you(…)
Homeschool Testing – Benefits and Using the Stanford Achievement Test
Homeschool testing is a normal occurrence in our household. It’s something we have done with each of our kids once they hit around 3rd grade. Not only is it required in our state, but we believe testing is something of a “hoop” you have to jump through in life. This year we used the Stanford(…)
Homeschool Typing with Typesy
One of the reasons I love homeschooling is that I can take the time to focus on skills I feel my children need. Teaching life skills such as money management, typing, and home maintenance is something I think is missing in most public schools today. One of the skills I teach all my children is(…)
Homeschool Planning Options
I am a planner. Whether you are referring to homeschool planning options, meal planning, home scheduling, I plan and organize it all. I LOVE planners, schedules, checklists, etc. Homeschool Planning There are endless homeschool planning options. It starts with the method in which you homeschool (Classical, Charlotte Mason, Unit Studies, School at Home), and then(…)