Do you ever look around in the middle of your chaotic homeschool day and wish you could talk to someone who had been-there-done-that and lived to tell the tale? How few of us, however, have those wise, experienced, veteran homeschool moms living nearby! Many of you are new homeschoolers, and perhaps you’re swimming against the tide of your family or community’s expectations. Many of you have … [Read more...] about Words of Wisdom from Veteran Homeschool Moms – Homeschool Generations: Part 2
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First Language Lessons for the Well-Trained Mind (Levels 1 and 2)
When it comes to English studies for homeschoolers, First Language Lessons for The Well-Trained Mind is an excellent foundation in grammar and beginning writing. I pulled an old friend off the shelf today. I'm starting First Language Lessons with my third child. Having studied English with my 6th grade son and 4th grade daughter using this resource, I am confident that it will be an excellent … [Read more...] about First Language Lessons for the Well-Trained Mind (Levels 1 and 2)
Evan-Moor Science Series – All About Plants
If you have never heard of Evan-Moor I highly recommend you not only read this All About Plants Review but check all all the educational materials they have to offer. Not only does Evan-Moor offer educational materials in reading, writing, spelling, science, geography and math, but they also offer homeschool curriculum bundles that are worth checking out. All About Plants When it came … [Read more...] about Evan-Moor Science Series – All About Plants
May the Fourth Be With Your Homeschool
Because we are huge Star Wars fans, our family goes all in for May the Fourth Be With You. Last year we enjoyed a Star Wars morning basket for May the Fourth. What better way to celebrate May the Fourth as a homeschool family than with a Star Wars unit study? May the Fourth Be With Your Homeschool! How to Plan Your May the Fourth Be With You Unit Study Planning a unit study can seem like … [Read more...] about May the Fourth Be With Your Homeschool
A Brown Bear’s Language Arts Study
Are you searching for a multi-faceted, Bible-based unit study that combines bonding with your child through a read aloud, nature influences, and language arts principles? Are you looking for a creative way to teach writing structured paragraphs with detailed lessons that inspire life-long learning? Then this A Brown Bear’s Language Arts Study, may be just what you are looking for! A … [Read more...] about A Brown Bear’s Language Arts Study
Evan-Moor Building Spelling Skills Review
Are you looking for a simple way to improve your child's spelling? Looking for an easy to implement spelling curriculum? Then take a look at the Evan-Moor Building Spelling Skills series! Evan-Moor Building Spelling Skills Review I was browsing a local children's consignment sale last spring when I came across this Evan-Moor Building Spelling Skills workbook! I picked it up and … [Read more...] about Evan-Moor Building Spelling Skills Review
The Charlotte Mason Homeschool Guide
This Charlotte Mason Homeschool Guide helps explain what this method is and why it might be the right one for you. It also offers you resources for implementing the Charlotte Mason Method in your homeschool. Who is Charlotte Mason? What is the Charlotte Mason Homeschool Method? How can I use the Charlotte Mason Method in my homeschool? These questions and so many more, along with … [Read more...] about The Charlotte Mason Homeschool Guide
The St. Patrick’s Day Homeschool
St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated annually on March 17, the anniversary of his death in the fifth century. The Irish have observed this day as a religious holiday for over 1,000 years. On St. Patrick’s Day, Irish families would traditionally attend church in the morning and celebrate in the afternoon. But it's not just for the Irish! You can learn about and celebrate St. Patrick's Day in your home … [Read more...] about The St. Patrick’s Day Homeschool
Teaching Creative Writing with Bardsy Homeschool
For some reason, I thought teaching creative writing to my homeschooled kids would feel simple. I’m a writer! But, feeling comfortable as a writer didn’t quite equal to easily teaching the skill. Helping my students put together an academic paper? Not a problem. Teaching creative writing? Not so much. So I feel grateful for helpful tools in this area. I’ve discovered how Bardsy … [Read more...] about Teaching Creative Writing with Bardsy Homeschool
The Thanksgiving Homeschool
As October is rolling in, along with the beautiful colored leaves, we draw nearer to Thanksgiving. A time for family. A time for reflection. Also a time for learning. Think about including Thanksgiving Homeschool activities in your homeschool day. Crafts, books, educational ideas and so much more can be geared toward Thanksgiving. The Thanksgiving Homeschool Let's talk Thanksgiving! Whether … [Read more...] about The Thanksgiving Homeschool
Digital Homeschool Curriculum We Love
Here I am again. It's summer and we are enjoying learning history on a Saturday night! True statement. See, Dave Raymond's Modernity is that good. And since we enjoyed American History so very much (as an elective even!), we find ourselves soaking up another volume of this fantastic curriculum. Yes we do. It is digital homeschool curriculum we love. We received this Compass Classroom Modernity … [Read more...] about Digital Homeschool Curriculum We Love
King Alfred’s English by Laurie J. White
This year I was looking for a way to teach my girls about the English language without teaching grammar itself. I wanted to give them an understanding of its beauty and history so that they would learn to love it and also be able to use it more skillfully. And then I was offered King Alfred’s English to review. What a perfect resource to meet those needs! King Alfred's English In King … [Read more...] about King Alfred’s English by Laurie J. White