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As the “regular” school year ends, you may be ready to focus on taking some much-needed time off. While you’re thinking of ways to kick back and relax this summer, remember that to prevent…

This post was written by a guest contributor and is sponsored by Education.com. First of all, I love getting the kids away from screens during the summer. During our regular homeschool…

When I started writing this, I was thinking about the reasons to keep “studying” during the summer. But after a while, I didn’t like the word “study.” It made me visualize a child sitting…

This post was written by a guest contributor and is sponsored by IXL. Summer always changes the rhythm of our days a little. The pace slows down, we spend more time outside, and there is usually…

This post was written by a guest contributor and is sponsored by Carson Dellosa. Once summer arrives, the last thing on kids’ minds is more schoolwork, and honestly, we can’t blame them.…

 This post was written by a guest contributor and is sponsored by Laurel Springs School. No matter what type of environment they learn in, students in grades K-12 require both challenging…

The spring season is here, which means it’s time for the spring holidays! While most people don’t forget about fluffy bunnies bringing candy baskets, St. Patrick’s Day sometimes gets lost…

Have you ever considered homeschooling, but quickly dismissed it for one reason or another? Whether age, perceived ability, or any other obstacle may lie in your path, don't be so quick to write…

Calling all lovebirds - it’s almost time for Valentine’s Day! For many families, this is one of the best holidays of the year (next to Christmas). And, kids get tons of candy, so they’re…

If you check your calendar, you'll notice the third Monday of February is Presidents’ Day. Why do we celebrate Presidents’ Day? Is it just another patriotic day or a day to take off from…