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Is your child ready to start kindergarten? Check out these kindergarten readiness tips!
One of our favorite ways of learning is through roadschooling. I believe that any one who homeschools can roadschool their kids!
Don't bog yourself down-nature study can be simple! Use our easy and gentle method for simple nature study in your home and homeschool.
Not sure where to start when it comes to your homeschool philosophy? Here are some tips!
Growth mindset in your homeschool results in higher productivity, more joy, less stress, and increased resilience. Five key phrases will get you started!
A homeschooler's guide to take any subject and turn it into a unit study using a simple and clear process.
Thinking about homeschooling but not sure you can afford it? Here's a no-fluff guide to what homeschooling actually costs.
What do you do when homeschooling feels too hard? Sometimes you just need permission to pause.
Homeschooling allows for a relaxed, intuitive pace — if you design your family that way. Escape the treadmill of performance in your homeschool and the peaceful ease of a laid...
Would you like to include birding in your homeschool? Whether you add this unit study as an extracurricular, as nature study, or as a biology project, it's easy and rewarding...
There is a serious misconception that homeschooling is not a viable option when your child has special needs. It's simply not true.
When it comes to involving toddlers in your homeschool things are tricky. Use these tips to keep things fun when homeschooling with toddlers.
Not enjoying homeschooling doesn’t mean you’re a bad parent or a bad teacher. It doesn't mean your kids are doomed or that you’ve made an irreversible mistake. It just means…...
Homeschooling a high school student has its challenges, but homeschooling a special needs high schooler is another level of challenging.
Minecraft may be fun and exciting, but it's also a great tool for teaching kids about problem solving, creativity, and more!
With images of the Pinterest Perfect Homeschool inundating feeds, what is a homeschooling mama to do? Letting go of expectations is a start.
Nature study can be the most affordable part of our curriculum, but it can also be hard to teach. Here are 10 easy nature ideas for your homeschool.
Homeschooling is hard but what happens when it's over? Here are some things I wish I would have known.
Picture books are a great addition to any homeschool - no matter how old your children are! Learn why you should include them today!
So, you’ve made the decision to homeschool and now you’re wondering how to go about finding your local homeschool community? Here's how!
Toddler learning is all about play, exploring the world, and having fun. Keep the fun while getting your little one ready for homeschooling! Build these 5 school skills for toddlers...
Have children make a fun and cute starfish craft this summer. The perfect ocean craft for preschool and elementary-aged children.
Building vocabulary doesn't have to be boring! Here are 5 fun vocab games that your kids will love!
Identifying speech difficulties in kids when homeschooling can be tricky. Here are some things to watch out for.
The weather is getting warmer and it's time to make your spring bucket list! Here are 50 ideas to try with your kids this year!
Homeschooling a child with anxiety can be challenging, but these 10 tips will make it easier!
Is the weather not cooperating for outdoor adventures? Here are some ways to get the wiggles out instead!
There is certainly something quirky about homeschoolers. Let's stop denying it. Homeschoolers don't fit in, because they have been trained differently.
Even the most dedicated homeschoolers will have seasons when things begin to feel too routine and it's time to refresh your homeschool.
Homeschooling is full of freedom. But, you'll never fully realize that freedom unless you reach out & take hold of the flexibility that comes with it.
Make Latin American History a priority in your homeschool history lessons with these resources and ideas!
Homeschooling offers the unique opportunity to create a dyslexia friendly environment where children can thrive. Here's how to do it.
Discover the women who broke through the gender stereotypes to leave their mark on their field of mathematics.
Are you teaching American history through a truthful lens? Discover ways to bring history to life in a more researched manner.
Connecting writing to a favorite subject or topic is a great way to include and teach writing skills. These 8th grade Europe-inspired prompts are a great place to begin.
Homeschooling a child with dysgraphia? Here are four easy ways to accommodate them in your lessons.
Check out this fun and easy way to teach colors over and over again in your homeschool preschool!
Writing a homeschool transcript is something every family will navigate if they have a student in high school. It might seem daunting, but it’s easier than you think.
Let the magic of the holiday season spark your middle school student's curiosity with the help of these fun Christmas science experiments!
Grab your free copy of the Thanksgiving and Christmas Fact Cards to share some happy holiday trivia with your kids. 48 cards in total!
