I have four children and have taught three of them to read to advanced levels. Most of my children have been able to master reading comprehension through reading and discussion quality literature. However, some have needed more practice in order to do well on standardized tests. More Reading Comprehension in Varied Subject Matter by Jane Ervin - Level 1is a resource that provides … [Read more...] about More Reading Comprehension in Varied Subject Matter
Can You Keep a Secret?
Are you concerned with the clothing styles that are available for young girls today? Do you find it a constant struggle to find clothes that you deem ‘appropriate’ for your preteen daughter? Do you find yourself explaining time and time again to your daughter why she can’t dress like all her friends? Do you long to spend more time with your daughter one on one? If you’ve answered yes to any of … [Read more...] about Can You Keep a Secret?
Draw and Tell Bible and Saint Stories
I am not the world’s best artist. As a matter of fact, my idea of drawing people usually involves a whole lot of “stick” lines, and perhaps a set of triangles put together to make a bow, as well as some eyelashes, to indicate which of those stick figures is a girl. Because of this deficit in the area of drawing, I was thrilled when I was in a religious book store one day and found these … [Read more...] about Draw and Tell Bible and Saint Stories
First Language Lessons and Language Lessons for the Very Young 1: A Comparison
It is confession time. We used First Language Lessons this year for our language study. We also used Language Lessons for the Very Young 1. It is true. I subjected my six-year old first grader to two different language books. Gasp. I had decided to use First Language Lessons when I saw the picture studies in Language Lessons for the Very Young 1. The gorgeous, full-color … [Read more...] about First Language Lessons and Language Lessons for the Very Young 1: A Comparison
Artistic Pursuits
I am proud to introduce you to Artistic Pursuits. I will admit that teaching art was not my strong point. Mostly art classes in my home consisted of activities I looked up online or using my own imagination. While I came up with some creative and fun ideas, I was not teaching art but allowing my children to use different mediums to express themselves visually. I needed a curriculum that was … [Read more...] about Artistic Pursuits
Masterpiece of the Month
Masterpiece of the Month is an art curriculum for grades K through 5. Each lesson features a famous masterpiece that students will reproduce while learning a new skill or technique. Some of the masterpieces include “Sunflowers” by Van Gogh, “Mona Lisa” by daVinci, and “Artist’s Mother” by James Whistler. This book is very user-friendly, even to someone a bit intimidated by teaching art. I’ve … [Read more...] about Masterpiece of the Month
Proverbs People
I like to use a variety of Bible curriculum throughout the year. Those of you who know me will say, "No! Really? You, use several different resources?" Yes, it's true. When it comes to curriculum, I'm sort of like a hungry bee that likes to flit from flower to flower enjoying all the tasty flavors of nectar. And as a positive, my children and I get to experience wonderful variety in … [Read more...] about Proverbs People
Senior High: A Home Designed Form+U+La
It was the year before my oldest began high school at home and I was in severe panic mode. Was it possible to continue with our relaxed, teach-our-children-how-to-learn philosophy, or were we stuck with creating a school like atmosphere for the next four years? Enter Senior High: A Home Designed Form+U+La. Ignoring the many (many!) forms and trying not be intimidated at the 428 pages, I dug … [Read more...] about Senior High: A Home Designed Form+U+La
Calvary Chapel Bible Curriculum
As a follower of the Charlotte Mason method, we learn a lot from living books. Even though the Bible is the most living book there is, it isn’t very realistic to read it straight through with young children. I wanted my children to directly study the Bible in a chronological and comprehensive way, but I didn’t want to overburden them by tackling passages that were way over their heads. Then I … [Read more...] about Calvary Chapel Bible Curriculum
Get Your Hands on Learning!
I have recently had the pleasure to read the first e-book by Kris, the widely read author of the blog Weird, Unsocialized Homeschoolers. The book, in true WUSH fashion, features games, projects, learning centers, and presentations all with a focus on hands on learning. Get Your Hands on Learning! has four main sections, as well as an appendix full of even more information. The sections … [Read more...] about Get Your Hands on Learning!
Chore Buster
The resource I'm sharing this month isn't actually curriculum, but it is helping me with the home part of homeschooling. I've tried various chore charts, including one with tabs and tokens and hooks. It was a good idea, but it was so complicated I quickly tired of it. Then set up a filing box divided by task frequency: daily, weekly, monthly. That, too, worked for awhile. photo credit: … [Read more...] about Chore Buster
Ancient Civilizations and the Bible
I can't even describe how excited I am about a new curriculum I've been pouring through for next year! Normally, I wouldn't post about products that aren't tried and true, but this is an amazing exception. I couldn't write curriculum that is more "me"! And just what is "me" and what does this curriculum offer that's has me so giddy? It's project-based Fits with the first year of my … [Read more...] about Ancient Civilizations and the Bible