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It's not difficult at all to do music at home with your preschooler. Learn 5 fun and easy ways from a veteran homeschooler and music teacher.

Picture writing prompts can turn a boring writing session into an exciting adventure for your kids.

Getting your preschooler interested in homeschool isn't difficult, it comes down to four fundamental principles which we tend to forget.

By working on geography projects, high school students enhance their critical thinking, research abilities, and study skills. Expand your teen's coursework through these interactive, hands-on ideas.

Learn how to simplify your homeschool to create a more enriched learning environment for your children.

Supporting a child with a chronic illness can be a daunting experience for the whole family. Read our story and the 6 things we kept as normal as possible.

By planting the right seeds at the right time, we are nurturing creative minds in our kids, and helping them develop good habits for life.

There are many instances when homeschooling needs structure and routine. Here's why child-led learning can't happen all the time.

See why parents love Mas Spanish, the game-changing online curriculum making Spanish learning effortless and engaging for homeschoolers. With a focus on minimal parental involvement, it's tailored for middle and...

The next generation of homeschool moms seeks to improve education as well as shape the hearts and minds of the future. Meet the millennial mom.

As you get closer to the last day of homeschool, here are a few things you may want to do when celebrating your child's homeschool graduation.

Kindness is a virtue that most parents want to instill in their children. Here are some ways to weave it into your homeschooling curriculum.

Homeschooling a gifted middle school child comes with both rewards and challenges. Here's how one mom navigates the journey with her son.

I started coming up with many different ideas to try to change my children’s way of thinking about reading. I knew they once loved to read. I just needed to...

Explore valuable tips to help your mission trips be prepared for maximum impact including the benivits of missions trips for teens.

The spring edition of Would You Rather? contains over two dozen clever, thought provoking, and sometimes silly questions for of all ages. Kids of all ages LOVE Would You Rather?...

Are you considering joining a homeschool co-op? Consider some of these pros and cons to help you make the right decision for your family.

Create an author study for your young kids! Expose them to great literature and engage them in the process early on in their education.

You can use starting a podcast with your homeschooling student to teach media literacy. Learn the basics and the benefits of starting.

If you've always been a paper planner but it's just not working anymore, here are 5 reasons to switch to an online homeschool planner.

Whether we like it or not, in homeschool and life, twins are barraged with comparisons, which can be harmful to the twins’ identities and development.

Teaching middle school history when homeschooling can be a great way to explore new ideas and resources! Here are 10 ways to make it fun!

When worry seems to be your greatest skill, why choose to homeschool? Leaning on the flexibility of homeschooling helps handle anxiety.

A high school astronomy curriculum can offer students the opportunity to embrace the wonders of the universe, develop critical thinking skills, and even pursue future careers in scientific fields. By...

Leap Day only comes around every four years! Are you ready to make the most of it with your homeschooler? Here are ten engaging and educational Leap Day activities to...

Don’t let spring fever keep you and your kids from incorporating these 10 Easter writing prompts into your homeschool day. Start by sharing some Easter traditions, then set up a...

Have you ever worried about teaching success to multiple learning styles? Success is not an accident. We must teach our children how to be successful.

Abstract Expressionism is a great art movement to learn with your kids because its about the process not the outcome. Abstract art removes barriers.

Declutter your home and homeschool by plugging what you own into a simple formula. Get organized this year and change your perspective!

What should you consider if moving to a new state? Well, if you plan to move when homeschooling there are a lot of things to consider!

Reverse homeschool planning is when you write down what you accomplish rather than filling your planner ahead of time with what you will cover.

Preschool math can be relaxed, playful and robust when we focus less on counting, and more on the math that surrounds our preschoolers every day.

Dysgraphia affects a student's ability to write and express themselves through handwriting, but with the right strategies, it is possible to help them thrive.

Stay fit and active with teenage workouts at home, specifically for homeschoolers wanting high school credit!

It's a simple way to teach art, but this method has been around for centuries and it will give your child so many benefits!

Middle School Hybrid Learning can be a fulfilling experience for you and your child. Here are some ways to make it happen!

Reading aloud provides so many benefits! We know that the academic benefits are powerful, but they're just the tip of the iceberg!

Explore how to use AI to homeschool, enhance lessons, customize study plans and provide personalized learning experiences.

Worried about getting your kids back into a routine? Homeschooling after the holidays doesn't have to be hard. Here's how to make it easier on them and on you!

Enriching your homeschool with fine arts is easier than you think! We have plenty of ideas and activities to choose from.