Elementary Homeschool
What If My Kid Hates Writing Part 1
If a student is ever to enjoy the writing process, getting words on paper must be easy and automatic. If it is not, their working memory that would otherwise be used to formulate ideas and order…
Dyslexia and Dyscalculia Homeschool Curriculum
When teaching a child with dyslexia to read, there are a few things to keep in mind, a specific dyslexia homeschool curriculum, as well as some techniques to facilitate learning. First,…
October Free Homeschool Printables
October has finally arrived and fall is in full swing! While I know I am not alone, fall is my favorite season and the one I look forward to all year. The cooler days and evenings, changing leaves,…
Early Dyslexia Signs
Do you have family members who have dyslexia? Are you worried that your child might have dyslexia? Getting help early gives your child the best chance to thrive. So, what first signs of dyslexia…
First Day Back-to-Homeschool Ideas
I must confess: I have mixed feelings on most first days. I am super psyched but also incredibly nervous. I make sure my kids are prepared for the upcoming year by keeping them learning throughout…
August Free Homeschool Printables
August has arrived, and while we in the southern states are still melting in the heat, it's time for most to head back to homeschool! If you're still undecided or exploring your curricula options,…
Using the Summertime to Build Background Knowledge
This post is sponsored by Time4Learning.com Imagine you are a third-grader, living your whole life in a high-rise apartment building in New York City. For school, you are asked to read Charlotte’s…
July Free Homeschool Printables
June has come and gone, and summer is in full swing! Whether you're traveling this summer or staying close to home, we hope you're enjoying this time with your family. We wanted this month's…
Seven Reasons to Keep Learning This Summer
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…
How Creative Breaks Can Help
Post Sponsored by Colorbliss When a homeschool day starts to fall apart, it’s rarely because you didn’t plan enough. It’s usually because something shifted. Maybe energy dipped, emotions…