This was the first real "free" week we have had this summer. So, I knew it was time to post our Summer Media Guidelines where all my kids could see it. We have a set number of things for the kids to accomplish each day before they are allowed to do any media (computer game, iPad, video, … [Read more...] about “Summer Media Guidelines” for a Smooth Summer (with free printable download)
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Ten Great Ways to Teach History
[Today's article Ten Great Ways to Teach History was written by Michelle Habrych.] Teaching history in your homeschool does not have to be anything like what you remember from school: dry textbooks, memorized dates and names, and completely unrelated to the student. When I began homeschooling … [Read more...] about Ten Great Ways to Teach History
Presidents Lapbooks from Knowledge Box Central
[Today we have a guest post from Michelle Habrych on Presidents Lapbooks from Knowledge Box Central.] Let me tell you a secret: I hated history in school. I felt it was just memorizing dates and events, without any real reason to know about it. It was not interesting to me at all. Then I … [Read more...] about Presidents Lapbooks from Knowledge Box Central
6 Ways to School in the Car
Who around here spends a lot of time in the car? We sure do--whether it's driving to lessons, classes, or activities or road-tripping in the summer. Today I'm sharing with you 6 Ways to School in the Car: Audio Books and Dramas We have enjoyed listening to full books in the car. Some of my … [Read more...] about 6 Ways to School in the Car
Professional Development for Homeschool Moms: Tapestry University Classes
Disclosure: The following is a Sponsored Post from Tapestry of Grace. Are you a homeschool mom? Then you are a Teacher! And teachers need professional development to keep growing in their fields. You can probably think of quite a few ways to get some professional development under your belt … [Read more...] about Professional Development for Homeschool Moms: Tapestry University Classes
The Best Classes to Teach at a Homeschool Co-op
Are you involved in a homeschool co-op? If not, one reason you may want to consider doing one someday because there are some classes that may be better to do in a group rather than at home. Here are just a few of the best classes to teach at a homeschool co-op. Speech and Debate There are … [Read more...] about The Best Classes to Teach at a Homeschool Co-op