The Junior Ranger Program. Really, does it get much better than fun, free (mostly) and educational? This program, hosted by a series of national and state parks, is an exciting way for your kids to learn the environmental and historical aspects of your region. If you are anything like me, you have seen posts about ... READ MORE >>
Why did you choose to homeschool your child? I had many reasons why I wanted to homeschool my children but most of all, I wanted to be in control of the subjects that my children would learn, so they would thrive financially once they left my protective nest. In school we have to simply ... READ MORE >>
Founded by homeschooling parents, EDUSS is a world-wide company that teaches English, Phonics, and Mathematics to students in a home setting. It’s presently used in more than 26,000 households and is a very thorough and cost-effective product. When I spoke with the founder of the company, I was impressed with the enthusiasm and the passion ... READ MORE >>
When Bev sent me her story of visiting the resting place of Dama de Cao, I was immediately moved. This story had to be shared; I hope you feel the same way. As a perpetual traveler, she offers an eye into places we may never go. I like to call this Arm Chair Travel. Educational, fun, captivating….all ... READ MORE >>
SkillsTutor At Home, owned by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt offers online self-paced Math, Reading/Language Arts, and Science lesson plans for kids K through Grade9+, that are aligned with national and state standards. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is a name homeschoolers trust—and as you’d expect, this product is first rate–this is an online learning option worth looking into! ... READ MORE >>
Two things often hold families back from traveling together: time and money. Vacation time from work, for the typical family breadwinner, is infrequent and precious. Escaping over an extended weekend gives the entire family opportunity to connect without having to dip into the “time off” pool. Once a long weekend presents itself, a limited budget ... READ MORE >>
The Sonrise Stable series of books (presently there are four books in the series) is the heartwarming, continuing story of an extended homeschooling family. Mixing adventure, life lessons, and realistic horse experiences, the series is a must for readers who enjoy family values, the Christian faith, and, of course, horses! As mentioned, there are four ... READ MORE >>
Oak Meadow School offers homeschooling curriculum and an accredited online distance school for grades K-12. Their curriculum and programs are strong academically, and provide the flexibility that homeschoolers expect. Their curriculum and programs accommodate visual, auditory, and physical learning styles, providing opportunities for all children to learn easily, and successfully. We asked for, and received, ... Read More >>
Woody’s World, book written by E.Renee Heiss, book illustrated by Chelsea Sekanic Book published by Character Publishing Ages 8 and Up 124 pages Approx. price $18 Woody’s World is a charming, thought-provoking book about the adventures of a creative twelve-year-old boy during The Great Depression. The book chronicles his fun, fool-hardy life prior ... Read More >>
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One-Stop Shopping and an Android
Tablet Too!
Since 2004, Global Student Network has been a leader in providing innovative
online curriculum to schools and homeschool students throughout the world.
GSN offers the widest range of secular and Christian online curriculum for
grades K-12 available anywhere. Plus it offers amazing programs and services
like tutoring, ACT/SAT preparation, and MORE!! And it offers all this from
one location. It's like one-stop shopping! Read More
>Homeschooling Tip-of-the-Month
Take a Peek into an Online
Classroom
While many parents agree that the benefits of homeschooling are beyond
measure, it's natural to wonder if your kids are learning everything they
need to succeed. For some families, using an accredited online school is a
great way to ensure their children receive the highest quality educational
experience from the comfort of home. Read More
5
Reasons to Take a Summer Course at Oaks Christian Online School
Sometimes it's easier to wade into the pool than it is to jump off the high
dive! At Oaks Christian Online School, we'd like to invite you to "test the
waters" of our online school during the upcoming summer months. After all,
there are many reasons to consider Oaks Christian Online School for Summer
2013 courses. Read More
Personalized Summer
Learning for Math
The summer months are an ideal time to help your children get ahead in math!
Whether you're at home or on the road this summer, ALEKS is an flexible,
online math program for grades 3-12 that can be used to provide each child
with a personalized learning path tailored to his or her individual needs. Read More
Pack Your Bags
Join us at Homeschool.com/Travel where we will explore, with a bent towards
the educational aspects of family travel. Several times per week we give you
tips and tricks for successful travel. Read articles about stretching your
dollar by traveling in off-season. Learn about unique holidays, and how to
celebrate them with travel. Investigate educational offerings in YOUR city
and cities near you. Read More
The award-winning K12 curriculum is individualized to give every child the
chance to reach his or her potential. And it's flexible, to meet the unique
challenges families face. K12 has delivered more than 4 million courses over
the past decade, with programs proven to work for children who aren't
thriving in school. Read More
Educents.com is the ABSOLUTE best website for discounted educational
products on the Internet today. As a flash-deal website, Educents.com has
unique products offered at highly reduced prices. All items are available
for a fixed number of days, and most have limited quantities (and sell
out!)—so it's important to check Educents.com daily! Read More