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Learn how to teach fact families to your upper elementary students so that they can grasp the concept and become better mathematicians!

You’re smack in the middle of the elementary grades, but how do you homeschool a third grader? Here’s everything you need to know about homeschooling 3rd grade – from learning objectives to curricula to schedules. 

We’ve got the essentials of what you need to know for homeschooling second graders, from curriculum to a daily schedule. Welcome to homeschooling 2nd grade!

You’ve taught the letter sounds, but how do you teach blending sounds? We’ve got the tips, techniques, and activities to put it together!

Learn when and how to teach months of the year to your little learner! It’s a great way to expand their homeschool preschool knowledge!

The world would be a better, kinder place if we all had a little empathy.  Learn how to teach empathy to your kids at home and in the classroom.

Your kids are ready to move beyond whole numbers and into decimals, but how do you make it fun? Close the workbooks and learn how to teach decimals.

Learning to tie shoes is a mile marker to independence. All your child needs is coordination and clear instructions to get the job done.

When teaching math, you can’t take away subtraction!  Discover how to teach subtraction to kids in a way that will make it stick.

Are you considering homeschooling as a single parent? These tips can help you decide if it’s right for your family and how to make it work!

The busiest people in your home are also the smallest. How do you homeschool toddlers? Check out these fun ideas for homeschooling toddlers!

Do you want to integrate your teaching around a central theme?  Then you want a unit study. Here’s how to create one!

Unschooling does not mean unlearning.  Get the facts on unschooling and see if it is right for your family.

Reading doesn’t have to be a strictly solitary activity. Discuss the big ideas, share experiences, and develop comprehension when you learn how to create a book study.

Encourage reading with a cozy, inviting, and tricked-out reading nook! This kids reading corner will be your child’s new favorite spot.

You want your students to become better writers, but how do you get them there? They need individualized and focused attention from you in the form of guided writing.

You’ve heard the term: guided reading.  Maybe you’ve even been asked to do it (even though you’re not 100% sure what it is).  Do you need some guidance on guided reading? We’ve got you covered! Guided Reading: What Is It? Guided reading is focused reading instruction guided by the teacher.  It is ideally one-on-one, but …

Vowels are the mainstay of any language; they are the sounds you sing in words. To teach a child to read, you need to know how to teach vowels.

Homeschooling can be expensive–books, supplies, classes and tutors all cost money.  But homeschooling on a budget is possible. In fact, you can homeschool without spending a dime! Free Homeschool Curriculum Yes, it’s true!  You can find absolutely free homeschool curriculum online.  A few taps of the keyboard and you can find the option that’s right …

Need some homeschool names? Here are some ideas for naming your homeschool! Homeschooling Names So, you’ve decided to move forward with homeschooling.  Congratulations, that’s amazing!  At some point, you may have noticed that various homeschools have names, and now you’re wondering…. Should I name my homeschool?  Well, that depends!  Legally, you may have to.  Some …