The Story of the World series is well-loved by many homeschooling families. We've used the complete series from first grade through fourth grade and it's one of our favorite homeschooling resources. A Look at The Story of the World The Story of the World is a series of 4 books that cover the span of human history from nomads to modern times. Each book, with 42 chapters, takes about a … [Read more...] about The Story of the World Series
Gardens Unit Study by Amanda Bennett
Are you planning a garden? Looking for a great way to teach your kids about gardening? Then the Gardens Unit Study by Amanda Bennet could be just what you need! An Overview of Gardens by Amanda Bennett Using Gardens by Amanda Bennett this summer has added the academic component I needed to compliment our garden project. It has four wonderful weeks worth of study to complete which made it a … [Read more...] about Gardens Unit Study by Amanda Bennett
The Mystery of the Periodic Table by Benjamin D. Wiker
If you are looking for a living book for the study of chemistry be sure to check out The Mystery of the Periodic Table. Do you ever plan too far ahead? That happened to me with science curriculum. I bought Noeo Physics 1 and Noeo Chemistry 1, but we worked through the physics material so slowly that by the time we got to the chemistry material, my daughter had outgrown level 1! Fortunately, … [Read more...] about The Mystery of the Periodic Table by Benjamin D. Wiker
Your Business Math Series by Simply Charlotte Mason – REVIEW
Have your children thought about starting their own business? Would you like your kids to learn how to write checks and “balance the books”? Your Business Math Series For the past several years our homeschool studies have included discussions and lessons about business and entrepreneurship. This year we have added a fun and practical resource to our studies called: Your Business … [Read more...] about Your Business Math Series by Simply Charlotte Mason – REVIEW
The Story of the World – Classical Homeschool History
Looking for a chronological homeschool history program? Want something more fun than a history textbook? When it comes to homeschooling and history studies, I'm not sure you can have that conversation without mentioning The Story of the World. About The Story of the World The Story of the World by Susan Wise Bauer, is a four-volume set covering the sweep of human history from … [Read more...] about The Story of the World – Classical Homeschool History
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 Guide to Classical Homeschooling
This Guide to Classical Homeschooling helps explain what this method is and why it might be the right one for you. There are also tons of resources for implementing the Classical Education Method in your homeschool. Classical Homeschooling is just one of various homeschool methods you may be using, or looking to use in your homeschool. It’s also just one of the methods I cover in this … [Read more...] about A Guide to Classical Homeschooling
Charlotte Mason Guides for Homeschooling
One of the very best things about homeschooling your kids is that you are free to choose any philosophy of teaching you wish. Paying attention to the way your child learns and adhering to his/her needs in the classroom is a huge benefit that homeschooled kids have. Many of you reading this review may have chosen to homeschool for the very reason that your child could not … [Read more...] about Charlotte Mason Guides for Homeschooling
Homeschool Teacher Appreciation Ideas – Ways to Celebrate Mom
Every year in May, not only do we celebrate Mother's Day, but there is an entire week dedicated to Teacher Appreciation! So why not Homeschool Teacher Appreciation? We homeschool moms work hard and deserve a little fun and pampering once in awhile! A shout out to all you homeschool moms that are probably reading this! I am in the trenches with you! And if you are like me, you don't want to help … [Read more...] about Homeschool Teacher Appreciation Ideas – Ways to Celebrate Mom
Using Dictation as a Grammar Tool
What is dictation? How can I work dictation into our homeschool? Do I need a special book? Let's take a look at dictation and how it can play a vital role in your homeschool. What is Dictation? Dictation is the practice of reading a passage to your child and having them dictate, or write it down. You first read the whole passage, then you break it down into bite size chunks … [Read more...] about Using Dictation as a Grammar Tool
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
A Review of Math-U-See Algebra I
We have one son who is a visual-spatial learner. He always does much better learning a new concept when he can actually see and touch and manipulate an idea. This was an easier task when the math were were learning was addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Once we hit algebra, I had a hard time coming up with ideas to show algebra principles in a visual-spatial way. Math-U-See … [Read more...] about A Review of Math-U-See Algebra I