We are starting back to homeschool next Monday, and since it's the day of the great total solar eclipse happening near us, we're doing a big focus on the eclipse that day. I've found some amazing resources that you might want to take advantage of as well! What is a Solar Eclipse? First, check … [Read more...]
Review: Homeschool Planet, an Amazing Online Homeschool Planner
This is a sponsored post by Homeschool Buyers Co-op. I received the product for free and was compensated for my time. All opinions are honest and I was not required to post a positive review. Online Homeschool Planner I am the type of homeschool planner who puts a few things down on paper, but … [Read more...]
2017-2018 Homeschool Curriculum Choices for Kindergarten Thru High School
This year my youngest child enters kindergarten! I can't believe after parenting and homeschooling 16 years, I won't have a preschooler anymore. :) I'm really excited about our plans for the year. We are settled in our new home, and I'm ready to hit the ground running come August 21. See below for … [Read more...]
Having Fun and Learning with Historical Stories of Survival- The Great San Francisco Earthquake of 1906
I'm really excited to share "Having Fun and Learning with Historical Stories of Survival- The Great San Francisco Earthquake of 1906." It's a brand new study from Justine Gamble of Making Homeschool Fun. You may remember I reviewed one of her unit studies for the American Girl books about Josefina. … [Read more...]
The Most Important & Useful Thing You Can Do to Prepare for Your Homeschool Year
I've been homeschooling a long time. Some years I'm more prepared than others. Last year was a bad year. It was compounded by the fact that we made a sudden and unexpected move in the middle of the school year. I know what I want to do this year to be far more prepared. And I'd like to share it with … [Read more...]
5 Wonderful Benefits of Using Online Learning to do Early Math
I love doing natural "living" math with my youngest kids. I have rarely used an actual math curriculum all year long with them. But there are times when it's also great to give them something from a real math curriculum. That's what I've been doing with my 6-year-old (almost 7) this summer. Here … [Read more...]
10 Weeks of Shakespeare ~ Introductory Course for 7th-12th Grades
I am so excited to introduce a brand new online course called 10 Weeks of Shakespeare ~ Introductory Course for 7th-12th Grades. 10 Weeks of Shakespeare ~ Introductory Course for 7th-12th Grades. If you have ever tried to teach Shakespeare to your kids, like I have, you may have found it … [Read more...]
What I Bought in the Build Your Bundle Sale
Are you having trouble deciding what to purchase in the Build Your Bundle Homeschool Curriculum Sale? I know so many homeschool moms wait for this sale each year because there are so many incredible deals. But, with 234 products to sort through, it can be difficult to make a decision. **If you had … [Read more...]
The Incredible Benefits of Using Lapbooks in a Homeschool
For years we have used lapbooks in our homeschool. In case you have never looked into using this technique yourself, I'm excited today to share about the incredible benefits of using lapbooks in your homeschool. What is a lapbook? Basically, it's a group of paper mini-books that are glued or … [Read more...]
Insider Tips for the Build Your Bundle 2017 Homeschool Curriculum Sale
Insider Tip #1: My recommendations! I've been around homeschooling and blogging about homeschooling for a LONG time. :) Therefore, I have used a lot of different curriculum, and reviewed even more (that I used for a little while in order to test it out). Quite a few things I have personally … [Read more...]
A Step-by-Step Guide to Planning Next Year’s Homeschool (with Free Printable Pack)
[Today's article "A Step-by-Step Guide to Planning Next Year's Homeschool" was written by contributor Michelle Habrych.] It’s spring! For many of us that means the end of another year of homeschooling. Whether you continue educating through the summer or take a break for three months, at some … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Make Your Homeschool Curriculum Work for You
Many of us homeschool moms suffer from not being able to relax in our homeschools. We look at a curriculum we've purchased and feel like we have to do every single page or activity. After 11 years of homeschooling, I have finally loosened up to the point where I realize I no longer want to be a … [Read more...]
Helpful Tips for Buying Used Homeschool Curriculum
[Today's post was written by contributor Michelle Habrych.] As spring draws to a close, you may be tempted to forget about homeschool curriculum for the summer and pick it up again in the fall. But that would be a financial mistake! If you have an idea of what your kids would be studying in the … [Read more...]
Want Your Kids to Learn Math Fast and Well?
Do you want your kids to learn math fast and well? So do I! Unfortunately, several of them weren't. We go through the math curriculum, but at the end of the year, some are still slow, make many mistakes, and don't completely understand every concept. That's why I was thrilled to start using … [Read more...]
How to Navigate a Homeschool Conference
[Today's post "How to Navigate a Homeschool Conference was written by contributor Michelle Habrych.] Navigating a homeschool conference can be tricky. There are many things to see, much to learn, and lots of activities to take part in. If you’re not careful, you can easily become overwhelmed. … [Read more...]
How to Choose a Homeschool Conference
[Today's article "How to Choose a Homeschool Conference" was written by contributor Michelle Habrych.] It’s spring and that means homeschool conferences! So many workshops attend and vendor halls to explore! But, how do you choose the homeschool conference that’s right for you out of the many … [Read more...]
Giveaway: Online Unit Studies Solar System Study!
We are heading to the Adler Planetarium in a few days. Space is such a fun science topic for kids. Has your family studied the solar system lately? I'm happy to have an awesome resource to give away to a blessed family this week. It's the Online Unit Studies Solar System Study! Online Unit … [Read more...]
Kids Cook Real Food All-Access Course!
I love the Kids Cook Real Food All-Access Course. It's just amazingly helpful for me to teach my kids how to cook. I really need to get it on our schedule so they can be cooking more by themselves by summertime! The Kids Cook Real Food course gives you all the videos to work with your kids … [Read more...]
The Most Awesome Math Computer Games & Apps for Your Homeschool
[Today's article "The Most Awesome Math Computer Games & Apps for Your Homeschool" was written by contributor Michelle Habrych.] This is part two of Math Games. You will also want to check out Part 1, The Most Awesome Math Games for Your Homeschool. In this computerized age, our students … [Read more...]
17 Fun and Educational St. Patrick’s Day Ideas
[Today's blog post "17 Fun and Educational St. Patrick's Day Ideas" was written by contributor Michelle Habrych.] Thanks to Veggie Tales, I can no longer think of St. Patrick’s Day without seeing Lufti’s Fanciful Flannelgraph in my mind. I’ve compiled 17 Fun and Educational St. Patrick's Day … [Read more...]
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