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Homeschool Lapbook Tips for Anytime of the Year
To break or not to break - that is the homeschooling question of the season! By not taking a break, you may finish the school year sooner. However, If you do take a break from your usual studies,…

Beyond Academics: Teaching Your Kids Essential Life Skills
Basic high school education is important. Classes like math and English, science, and nutrition all help to create well-rounded students. They can also pave the way for successful higher education…

On the Fence? Watch this Video Intro on Homeschooling
Class Dismissed is a Documentary on Homeschooling. All across America, parents are becoming increasingly uncertain with the state of public education. The current situation with our educational…

Dealing with Homeschool Behavior Issues
We've asked homeschool moms about the challenges they are facing. This series addresses their questions with solutions from experienced homeschool moms that have been there and found a way out! It’s…

Advice For Transitioning to Homeschool
Sponsored by Laurel Springs School. For some parents, taking on the responsibility of schooling outside of the classroom walls is uncharted territory, and it is not a natural process for everyone. How…

Homeschooling Goals for a Mid-Year Transition
The semester is wrapping up and things are ending! The seasons are changing and so are you—and your children. Winter is a fantastic season full of opportunities for fun, wonder, learning,…

Smart Ways to Prep for More Indoor Time
Staying indoors has been a common phrase this year, a.k.a. quarantine. We all have had our fair share of time at home, so much so, that we are craving the outdoors. The good thing is…

Finding Teachable Moments During the Holiday
Sponsored by Time4Learning. After homeschooling for many years, I found a way to incorporate a different way of learning during the holiday festivities. This not only keeps my kids focused…

Give the Gift of Holiday Writing Fun!
Sponsored by Time4Writing. Winter break is here! Can you keep writing skills sharp while still having fun? Of course! Writing can even become something your children look forward to when you…

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