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...]
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...]
“Summer Media Guidelines” for a Smooth Summer (with free printable download)
This was the first really "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...]
What Do Homeschoolers Do in the Summer?
[Today's article What Do Homeschoolers do in the Summer? was written by contributor Michelle Habrych.] Summer is just around the corner. What homeschool families do during these precious months is as varied as the methods of teaching their children. If you’re new to homeschooling, you may … [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...]
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...]
The Most Awesome Math Games for Your Homeschool
[Today's post "The Most Awesome Math Games for Your Homeschool" was written by veteran homeschool mom and contributor to I Choose Joy! Michelle Habrych.] Math can be extremely difficult for some children. Other students grasp it easily and never struggle. Then there are students who are … [Read more...]
The Valuable Reasons We Switched to Teaching Textbooks for Math
Math is one of those subjects that can really be a struggle for both the homeschool mom and the homeschooled student. We have tried many math curricula and products (apps, computer games, etc.) to help in this area of our homeschool during the past 11 years. Read today the valuable reasons we … [Read more...]
How to Teach Math When it’s Too Challenging for the Homeschool Mom
[Today's post "When Math is Too Challenging for the Homeschooling Mom" was written by contributor Michelle Habrych.] It’s finally happened. I knew this day would arrive, but did it have to come so quickly? My son had math problems today that I was absolutely clueless to help him … [Read more...]
Why Play Games in Your Homeschool?
[Today we have a guest post from Michelle Habrych who shares Why Play Games in Your Homeschool?] Games in Your Homeschool Do you take time for games in your homeschool or family time? Games are a great way to learn so many different skills, so I would encourage you to consider planning them … [Read more...]
5 Reasons I Love the New HoliMaths Educational Card Game
I recently received a package all the way from Chile! It contained a brand new card game that we have spent some time playing this last week. Today I'm sharing 5 Reasons I Love the New HoliMaths Educational Card Game. The purpose of the card game is to help kids get better with their times … [Read more...]
Review: I Love a Mystery Set
I have found a new gem for our homeschool. We have recently had the opportunity to review the I Love a Mystery Set from Educents. This is a set of 3 books by Eric Yoder and Natalie Yoder called 65 Short Mysteries You Solve With Science! (for ages 8-12) , 65 Short Mysteries You Solve With Math! (for … [Read more...]
Review: Times Tales DVD to learn times tables fast!
Times Tales I am reviewing an incredible educational DVD today! It's called Times Tales from Trigger Memory Systems. My kids- ages 5, 7, 9, and 10- watched it twice and now know Part 1 of the upper times tables! The way it works is this. There are stories for each equation (3x7, 8x4, 9x6, etc.) … [Read more...]
Review: Eat Your Math Homework
My kids and I recently did some activities from one of the Ann McCallum Books called Eat Your Math Homework. It is such a fun way to approach a math lesson! Eat Your Math Homework is a paperback book of 45 pages. It's fully in color with such cute illustrations. There are 6 sections, each with … [Read more...]
Review: Super Teacher Worksheets
I have just been introduced to an amazing site! I have the Individual Membership to the website Super Teacher Worksheets. They have over 10,000 online printable PDF worksheets in almost any subject you can think of for grades Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Elementary. Just check out the categories … [Read more...]
Giveaway: Self-Grading Online Math Curriculum (limited price only $12/year!)
I'm so intrigued to learn about a SOLID online math curriculum that's only $12 for the whole year. I haven't tried it yet, so I can't give you a review, but I'd love to introduce you to it and let you see if it might work for your family. It's from a very reputable company: A+ Interactive Math, … [Read more...]
CTC Math review
CTC Math provided me with the 12 Month Family Plan (U.S. Curriculum). I was able to set up accounts for all 8 of my children. We reviewed CTC Math last year, so you can read some other details at this CTC Math review post. Today I'll share some of our other experiences with this wonderful math … [Read more...]
Series: Preparing to Homeschool Ninth Grade- Our Curriculum Choices
It's time to homeschool ninth grade! So, I thought I'd share today what we'll be using for my oldest son's curriculum during his 9th grade year. History/Geography, Literature, and Writing: We started using Tapestry of Grace this year, which is a full curriculum for grades K-12 and includes the … [Read more...]
2015 Build Your Bundle Sale: The Details
Woo-hoo--the Build Your Bundle homeschool curriculum sale is finally here! I promise not to overload you on this topic all week. But I want to have one post here where you can have all the details you might want in order to make a decision about whether to buy a bundle or not with the annual Build … [Read more...]
Review of A+ Interactive Math
Here is a new curriculum review for you today: A+ Interactive Math I specifically gained online access to the Adaptive Placement Test and Individualized Lesson Plan. I tried out A+ Interactive Math with 6 of my children. For some it worked better than others. My oldest son just … [Read more...]
