The Handbook of Nature Study has become my best friend. It hasn’t always been that way. In fact, I purchased it, could not figure out how to use it, and promptly sold it to a fellow homeschooler. I thought about this book from time to time as other homeschoolers would write about it on their blog or I would see it mentioned in nature study groups to which I belonged. "In nature-study the … [Read more...] about Handbook of Nature Study Book for Homeschool
NaturExplorers : Coping with the Cold
It’s the perfect time of year to take on a winter themed nature study in our homeschools. I’ve chosen Coping with The Cold, a NaturExplorers product from Our Journey Westward to look at how animals cope with the difficult winter season. We often watch the birds visiting our feeder during winter and wonder how they survive such bitterly cold conditions so this seemed like the perfect unit … [Read more...] about NaturExplorers : Coping with the Cold
High School Prep Genius – like a personal guidance counselor for homeschool!
Now into year two of this homeschooling high school journey, I'm happy to report there's not as much fear and trembling for the years ahead. As a homeschool parent, I found equipping myself with information is the best way to ward off feelings of being overwhelmed at navigating high school waters. It's not all smooth sailing, but knowing help is available (and accessing said help) … [Read more...] about High School Prep Genius – like a personal guidance counselor for homeschool!
Using a 4 Year Cycle of Sciences
Using a 4 year cycle of sciences means you rotate through the 4 major science categories, touching on 1 each year for a more in depth experience. 4 Year Cycle of Sciences This concept of cycling through the sciences on a 4 year rotations comes from the Classical Education Model. So for teaching science in your homeschool, you would follow this 4 year cycle, with each year … [Read more...] about Using a 4 Year Cycle of Sciences
Celebrate National Pie Day with a Favorite Recipe
Each year on December 1, dessert lovers across the United States enjoy a slice of their favorite on National Pie Day. About National Pie Day December 1st is the 2nd time in a year this national treasure has a day. The first and more popular designation falls on January 23. But we decided to share with you now so you can CELEBRATE BOTH DAYS! National Pie Day is sponsored … [Read more...] about Celebrate National Pie Day with a Favorite Recipe
Beautiful Feet History of the Horse
Do you have a horse crazy kid at home? Want to be able to fuel this love AND make it part of your homeschooling? Then you must check out Beautiful Feet's History of the Horse! Adding wording here to cut and paste: Affiliate links are used on this website. Please see our disclosure policy for more details. Beautiful Feet History of the Horse The History of the Horse is a Christian, … [Read more...] about Beautiful Feet History of the Horse
Miquon Math
Miquon Math is a unique, hands-on, lab based, math program designed for students in the first through third grades. Adding wording here to cut and paste: Affiliate links are used on this website. Please see our disclosure policy for more details. About Miquon Math Miquon Math consists of six workbooks containing math "labs". In the labs, the student explores and discovers math concepts … [Read more...] about Miquon Math
What does the School at Home Method Look Like?
Not unlike many homeschoolers I come in contact with, when I started homeschooling I used a traditional school at home approach. I was raised in the public school system, and with my youngest in first grade there were many onlookers that had concerns and expectations surrounding my decision to homeschool. So the more I could make our homeschool look like (and align with) the traditional public … [Read more...] about What does the School at Home Method Look Like?
Five in a Row – Literature based unit studies
When I first began looking into homeschool curriculum a few years ago, one of the first things I came across was Five in a Row, a collection of literature-based unit studies by Jane Claire Lambert. What is Five in a Row? Five in a Row is a collection of literature-based unit studies. These units are geared towards children ages 4-8, but I have known families who have used this curriculum … [Read more...] about Five in a Row – Literature based unit studies
Tapestry of Grace Homeschool Curriculum Reviews
Welcome to our collection of Tapestry of Grace Homeschool Curriculum Reviews! This curriculum has clearly been a popular one given the number of reviews we have accumulated throughout the years. About Tapestry of Grace Tapestry of Grace is designed to help parents provide a Christian, classical, Charlotte Mason education. The history of the world is Tapestry‘s organizational theme. … [Read more...] about Tapestry of Grace Homeschool Curriculum Reviews
Discovering Great Artists Review
Discovering Great Artists: Hands-On Art for Children in the Styles of the Great Masters by MaryAnn F. Kohl and Kim Solga can be seen around the homeschooling world quite a bit and I know a lot of different programs recommend it for a study of great artists. About Discovering great Artists Discovering Great Artists is a fun and easy art-appreciation resource that features over 60 great … [Read more...] about Discovering Great Artists Review
The Montessori Homeschool
The Montessori Homeschool provides a guided learning environment for young children to learn problem-solving techniques, patience, self-discipline, practical life, and compassion for others. What is the Montessori Homeschool Method? The Montessori method of education was created by Maria Montessori in the early 1900s. This method is structured, but child-led. This homeschooling style helps … [Read more...] about The Montessori Homeschool