Homeschooling at any age requires planning and work on the part of parents, but when you decide to homeschool high school students, things get even more involved. Homeschooling a teenager is not for the faint of heart! The high school years set your child up for their future, whether that means college or heading straight…
Birthdays are a big deal around our house and with three kids’ birthdays within 3 weeks of one another (with Thanksgiving sandwiched in between), you can bet that the months of November and December are busy months. What better way to celebrate those special days than with a special birthday crown? Now, I know…
I remember the first year we were homeschooling kindergarten. It seemed overwhelming and well, isolating. There were no other families that we knew who homeschooled, so that support system that would have come with being a bus stop mom was nowhere to be found. Or so it seemed. After a bit of research, we actually found…
Depending on your level of experience and comfort level when it comes to teaching, you might decide to develop a homeschool curriculum that’s highly personalized for your kids. I always took the eclectic approach, because my kids were always interested in different things and at different times. I never really found a “one size fits…
Summer break is almost here and I have to admit, I’m a bit worried. Keeping three kids from uttering the dreaded, “Mom, I’m bored!” phrase? It’s going to be a challenge! So, I’ve gathered some of my favorite summer crafts for kids and put them all into one handy article. You see, friends, this resource…
These space books for kids are out of this world! Teach young learners about the universe with these fun and engaging children’s books!
We’ve been working on this Garden Activity Guide for some gardening unit fun and this 3D Tulips Kids Craft fits in perfectly. Not only are the flowers amazingly pretty, but the craft itself is so versatile. You can turn the tulips into a Mother’s Day card, use them as part of a 3D wall art display, or even put…
Discover Fun Beef Facts: Nutrients, Recipes, and Grab Your Free Placemat! You know what’s made the biggest difference in my family’s life this year? Better nutrition. Whole foods and protein rich meals have created a domino effect of healthy changes. Because, when you’re full, you tend to snack less and feel better. But knowing which…
Whether St. Patty’s Day is around the corner or your house is showered with rainy-day gloom, rainbow crafts are the perfect way to get the kids excited. Since no two people see the same rainbow in the sky, rainbow projects allow children to express individuality while creating a keepsake everyone will love. Bring your child into the…
Make learning the letter A fun and easy with this fun Apple Letter A Craft for preschool and lower elementary students!
Wriggle, squirm, twitch, or fidget, whatever you call it, some kids just can’t help the nervous or anxious energy that they exhibit during stressful times. For my oldest, fidgeting usually results after working diligently on tough assignments…or sometimes just from seeing the amount of lessons he has for the days. He has to have a…
They’re not only my favorite homeschool curriculum subjects to teach, they’re also our kids’ favorite subject to study. They get excited about science experiments and eat up everything related to coding and technology. Did you know that both of the boys built their own computers from scratch? I have no clue how to do it, but they…
It was their choice and while they’re definitely excited, they’re understandably nervous. We’ve been trying to make sure that we counterbalance that nervousness about starting a new school with lots of listening and answering questions they might have. Even though a lot of the “back to school” books are really geared toward kindergarteners, I can…
My kids are always up for trying new art mediums and this summer has been unplanned enough that we’ve had the opportunity to delve into some really fun ones. One of our favorites, by far, has been a new 3D pen that we discovered. It’s called the IDO3D Vertical and it’s quickly become the go-to art medium…
We’ve had half-yard size gardens and container gardens, but no matter how big or small they were they always had one thing in common: they were great conversation starters. Teenager having a rough day? Have him help you pull weeds. Eight year old bored and looking for something to do? Check out what’s blooming or…
As a homeschool mom, it’s tough to balance so many things. But my biggest homeschooling regret is not something that I have been able to get over. While some families are able to exist on a sole income, mine simply isn’t. So, in addition to homeschooling, I also work full-time from home and frequently need…
How do you know which curriculum to choose?! Here’s the best curriculum advice for new homeschoolers from a 10-year veteran homeschool mom. Choosing curriculum “You must be rich to homeschool!” Really rich. I used to bristle at the statement, but, as we’ve evolved in our homeschooling journey (and I’ve grown more comfortable in my role),…
No matter what they’re doing, the moment you start doing an experiment, all eyes are on you. That’s why simple science experiments should be the norm rather than the exception in your curriculum. I know, I know…science experiments are messy, they take time, they’re a hassle, they get all over. Well, stop right there, because…
She loves to swim, but she’s really hesitant about it. When we went to visit my family in the Caribbean in February, she was like a little fish just trying to swim. The noodle was her best friend in the ocean and she did swim out to the circle float in the middle of the swim area…
Need to find audiobooks for your child or yourself? Here are five places to find free and low-cost options that will keep you entertained!