Posts by Guest Author

Military Training Programs and Homeschooling
For high school homeschoolers contemplating a military career, there are options available to aid in preparing for a military lifestyle. The following programs are available: Junior Reserve…

Calling the Websters: Reclaiming the Dictionary
Guest post by Gabriel Morse. I am realizing the sad truth that when I speak to children and young people these days, we are not speaking the same language at all. The words sound the same,…

Homeschool Insurance for Parents Made Simple
Guest post written by Grace Wigfield – NCG Insurance Agency Understand why homeschool groups need homeschool insurance coverage, what kind of coverage to get, and where to get it. Most homeschool…

Incorporating STEM Into Your Homeschool
This post is sponsored by Time4Learning. Incorporating STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) skills in your homeschool is becoming more and more important. It’s especially vital…

To Be or Not to Be: Learning From Failure Part 3
Read Part 1 and Part 2 here. Choosing to homeschool is only for the brave, and I commend you for stepping into the battle on your child’s behalf despite what family, friends, or the culture…

To Be or Not to Be – Learning From Failure Pt. 2
Guest Post by Gabriel Morse This is part 2 in a series on Learning from Failure. Read part 1 here. Now I know it can be considered poor form to discuss failure, especially in homeschooling…

To Be or Not to Be: Helping the Struggling Student
There are those of you out there who are dealing with a struggling student. I can sympathize with you both from the perspective of having been a struggling student myself and being the father…

Back to School Ideas for Homeschoolers
Post sponsored by Time4Learning It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been homeschooling, switching things up for your students keeps them curious and motivated. Following the same old routine…

How to Teach A Toddler to Read
Are you wondering how to teach a toddler to read? Start by reading to your child every day. Teach them that books have meaning, are important, and most of all - fun! Encourage them to guess what…

The Best Notebooking Ideas for Your Homeschool
Post sponsored by Daily Skill Building Homeschool notebooking is a unique method of homeschooling that encourages students to work independently. Through written narration, drawing, and sketching,…