One large advantage to homeschooling is that you have the ability to choose common curriculum options that best suit your student’s needs. Whether it’s math, science, history/social studies, or literature, you can choose programs and supplements that accurately fit your student’s learning styles. While this is true in all subject areas, this month we’re turning […]
For many years October has been celebrated as National Popcorn Month but it became official in 1999 when the Secretary of Agriculture declared October as National Popcorn Poppin’ Month. This versatile and relatively healthy snack has definitely been a staple for many families across the United States and beyond. Can you imagine going to a […]
Today’s culture scares me. It seems that our country is falling apart when it comes to values and morals. I cannot even let my six year just pick out books at the library anymore due to the agenda that is being pushed in new literature. God is missing in most aspects of society. As a […]
A sponsored post from Mrs. Wordsmith With great freedom comes great responsibility. How can homeschooling parents ensure their children are learning new words in the most effective way possible? Schools are falling short of meeting the required milestones in a child’s development. In the US, only 34% of 4th graders are reading and comprehending proficiently […]
Are you ready to pull your hair out? Feeling like you can’t turn your back for a minute or the house will crumble? If so, you might be the parent of a preschooler! Preschoolers definitely keep us on our toes! The emotional, physical, and social development of young children has a direct effect on the […]
Let’s face it – sometimes, parents just need a BREAK! Arranging for someone else to take over parenting duties can be a task in and of itself, though. Luckily, there are ways to take breaks right at home! Check out these book read alouds and see if they don’t captivate your little ones long enough […]
According to the National Center for Education Statistics, almost 1.8 million children in the U.S. are homeschooled. Homeschooled students are composed of a wide range of ages, as well as racial, gender, and geographic diversity. The reasons for homeschooling are as varied as the students themselves, and studies have indicated that homeschooled students overall meet […]
Research papers, classic literature, critiques, essay writing, grammar, and college prep vocabulary are all part of a high school language arts course of study. At its core, it’s very similar to the language arts you’ve taught your students all along. Ultimately, though, there will be some important changes. Keep reading to find out what those […]
When you first made the decision to homeschool, you might not have been thinking about college. But now that your child is older and ready for advanced level courses, maybe even college-level courses, where do you start? There is good news, your student can take online courses for college credit. It’s easy to get started […]
Although the school year has come to an end, that doesn’t mean learning should! Preventing the summer slide is a very real concern for homeschooling families. Statistics show that students lose a good amount of learning during the summer months IF they don’t engage in brain-challenging activities. What’s worse is that this regression builds upon […]