Apologia Exploring Creation with Earth Science
Apologia Exploring Creation with Earth Science is a Charlotte Mason based homeschool science curriculum for kids in grades K-6. With suggested schedules, lots of hands-on activities and accompanying notebooks, its fun and easy to use! A review from Starts At Eight.
4 Reasons we Love College Prep Science Virtual Labs
College Prep Science Virtual Labs for homeschooled students in grades 6-12 offer a solid lab experience without expensive supplies and gross smells! A review from Starts At Eight
Using the Who Was Series Biographies for Homeschool History {With FREE Printables}
As I prepare for the coming school year I am looking to do a few different things in our homeschool. I am preparing this Who Was Series For Homeschool History for my 5th grader. I would like her to get a broader slice of life out of her history this year by delving in deeper […]
10 Reasons Why I Have Wanted to Quit Homeschooling
I love homeschooling. Let me say that again, I love homeschooling. That being said, there is always a downside, a ying to a yang, a left to a right. For every Pinterest pretty moment, I can name at least one not so shining moment. So while I love homeschooling, and I choose to homeschool, and […]
Art for Teens Who Say They Can’t Draw
Does your teenager say things like, “I can’t draw! I’m no good at art! I draw like a kid!” Are you discouraged to see your teen, who used to love drawing, give up in frustration? Maybe you look at his drawings and say, “Well, they don’t look so horrible. They’re better than they used to […]
U.S. Elections Unit Study
I have always used election years as the time to teach my kids about our U.S. elections process. This year, more than any other has brought up lots of questions and discussions. While my older two children have a pretty solid base to work from, my youngest is really just starting out learning about elections. […]
Blogs to Read If You Are Homeschooling Middle School
I homeschool middle school (and high school, and elementary school). As our kids enter middle school I find it a good time to begin thinking about high school. It is also a time to begin transitioning to more independent study and lessening the burden on mom – transferring some to your child/student. To help you […]
Life Skills: Simple Home Repairs
The best education you can give your kids is a well-rounded one that includes both book knowledge and hands-on experience. Working with tools and learning how to do simple home repairs will make them self-reliant and even save them money when they leave the nest and venture out on their own. Working with tools also offers benefits […]
10 Kid Friendly St. Patrick’s Day Movies
As my children are getting a little older we are veering away from the hands on creations and crafts of yesteryear. While we loved creating our Tissue Paper Shamrocks, we are excited about some new St. Patrick’s Day fun this year! This year we are celebrating this Irish holiday by recreating McDonald’s Shamrock Shakes (recipe […]
Slow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup
Every winter we make a batch of soups. Chicken noodle, Italian Wedding, and Beef Barley are the usual staples. After running out of frozen soups we decided to try a couple of crockpot soups. Since my husband loves Stuffed Peppers we decided to try a soup variation in the slow cooker as it is just […]
4 Ways to Improve Your Child’s Vocabulary Skills
Expanding your child’s vocabulary skill set can have a significant impact on improving overall academic gains. To this end they will greatly benefit from your efforts to improve your child’s vocabulary skills. A 2014 Charles Sturt University study found language and literacy skills are key predictors of school success, while literacy development is dependent on writing skills. […]
Are You an Easy-to-Listen-to Parent? (And Other Parenting Tools)
I am going to start by telling you my parenting truth… I am not an “Easy-to-listen-to” parent. Sigh. I am however working on it! With a few simple parenting tools, I am learning to (and we can all improve), the tone in our house, as well as our relationships with our children. Using 8 simple […]
Homeschooling Through High School – Tips from a Veteran Homeschool Mom
Homeschooling is a big commitment. Homeschooling all the way through high school is an even bigger commitment. I had the pleasure of homeschooling both my daughters all the way through and today I’m here to share my top five tips to persevere for the long haul. 1. Know Yourself Homeschooling is a full time job. […]
Homeschool Art Using The AtmosFlare 3D Pen
I am art challenged. I am a concrete thinker and absolute kind of mind. My daughter on the other hand is more of a free spirit. While I wouldn’t say she is uber artistic, I would say that she LOVES art! Anytime we can get into an art project of some kind is a good […]