Teaching a Growth Mindset in Your Homeschool

Teaching a Growth Mindset in Your Homeschool

What if there were a magic bullet that would improve your child’s attitude about school AND increase their academic performance? Would you be interested? Yup, I thought so! All parents want to inspire greatness in their kids. We want our kids to love learning...
Should You Homeschool a Child With Special Needs?

Should You Homeschool a Child With Special Needs?

When our family started homeschooling some 20 years ago, it seemed like a natural progression of what we were already doing with our kids; talking about the world, reading good books, exploring our community and simply experiencing life together.  I mean, all that was...
Is Standardized Testing Necessary for Homeschooled Students?

Is Standardized Testing Necessary for Homeschooled Students?

The Purpose of Standardized Tests The purpose of standardized tests is to assess the academic achievement of students.  I don’t know any homeschooling parents who don’t care whether their kids are learning and growing in knowledge.  The question is, do we...