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The Cost of Low Literacy to the Nation
Did you know that the U.S is the only country (out of 30) where the current generation is less educated than the previous generation? Literacy rates are down, and this fact has a huge impact…
A Different Drum… Special Needs Homeschooling
You will be extremely happy to know that you have nothing in common with me. You glide along through life like a leaf down a crystal stream. You tend to steer in the direction everyone else is…
Benefits of Summer Enrichment Programs
Summer enrichment is traditionally considered to be a great way to expose students to new or more advanced areas of learning during the long summer vacation break. No argument there. But the…
Grounding Yourself in Mathematics
By Karen Branch - Homeschool math guest post sponsored by CTC Math There’s that moment in every comedy where the befuddled comic relief character says, “Wait a second…” as he notices…
Spotlight On: Homeschool History
As homeschooling parents, we have the privilege of immersing our children in subjects that interest them and subjects that, perhaps, do not. Generally, if you ask children what subjects they…
STEAM: One Square Foot Project
Do you have kids who are itching to get outside after spending most of the winter months cooped up inside? Spring is the perfect time to teach children about life cycles and plants. It’s also…
The History of Easter with Study Resources
You know spring has sprung into full gear when you start seeing blog posts about homeschool conventions and Easter activities! With cute bunnies adorning your local home decorating venues and…
Tips for Getting the Most Out of a Homeschool Convention
Homeschool convention season is here and it’s time to start making your plans to attend one near you! You’ve been hearing everyone talk about homeschool conventions and you’re probably…
Filling In The Gaps in Your Homeschooler’s Writing Skills
Sponsored post by Time4Writing What’s the hardest subject you have to teach your homeschooler? For many homeschool parents, writing is at the top of their list. “I’m truly at my wit's…
Graduation: Creating a Diploma
Is it already time to start thinking about graduation? If your homeschooled child is a senior this year, you’re probably starting to see graduation party favors everywhere and loads of commercials…