Elementary Homeschool

One of all homeschool parents' daunting tasks is teaching their children to read. There are effective methods to use for teaching reading strategies and engaging your reluctant readers to help…

February is a difficult month. It’s smack dab in the middle of the year, cold, dark, and far from the excitement of the beginning or end of the semester. Homeschool burnout is most common in…

Science... For most people, it's a love/hate relationship! Yet, I think we all agree that making science learning as hands-on as possible - makes it more enjoyable! We've put together some…

Have you ever thought about your homeschooling successes and failures? Have you taken the time to "grade" yourself? Then you've assessed your homeschool! But is it time to do it again? Click…

January is the perfect time to take inventory of your homeschool year so far.  Whether your family is transitioning from public school to homeschooling, or you are simply beginning a new homeschool…

  We've all been there as parents... slightly exasperated at our child's loss of all manners. Don't sweat it - - and don't be embarrassed!  They could just be shy and feel too awkward…

Etiquette is one of those things you think your children understand until, of course, you are surrounded by "older" relatives waiting to see the "proof" of your homeschooling prowess. Only at…

Special thanks to our guest contributor. Deschooling is the process of adjusting to the non-school environment of everyday life after leaving the education system. This adjustment period happens…

While not every subject in school will fascinate your child, we all want our children to delight in learning.  Sometimes, though, it can be hard to find enjoyment in subjects that just don’t…

Homeschooling is an exciting journey, a lifestyle change, and a different road entirely for any family.  The decision to take your child’s education into your own hands is intimidating, enlightening,…