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Are you thinking of changing from a 5-day week to a 4-day homeschool week, but wondering what you would do with an extra day? Here are ideas!
Homeschooling is increasingly popular and more mainstream each year. I am excited to share with you the 8 top homeschool benefits.
You don't have to become a full-fledged unschooler to adopt a few unschooling philosophies. These are three that any homeschooling style can embrace.
If you're not ready to go to college or want a different career path, here are the best alternatives to going to college after high school graduation!
Successful homeschool organization can be your reality. Need tips to get there? We have them for you!
Help! How do I start homeschooling? If you're new to homeschooling or just starting to consider it, these 5 simple steps and mindset shifts will help!
Science can be easy and fun to teach at home if you follow these tips. Prepare your supplies in advance and emphasis a love of learning.
If you are searching for an online math curriculum, CTCMath is a comprehensive math curriculum covering everything from Kindergarten to Calculus.
Open-ended creativity is filled with mistakes and mishaps and gives permission to get it wrong before you nail it, before you even know what it is.
"I'm just not creative. I can never do creative things," says the discouraged homeschool mama. I've heard these words so many times from frustrated mamas. We've all been there, right?...
Not sure how to work from home and homeschool your kids at the same time? These tips and tricks can make it easier to do both!
Thinking about pulling your kids from public school? Discover five benefits of homeschooling and why we don't miss public school at all.
Whether you are a year-round or summer-break homeschooler, or a combination of the 2, I've got some great ideas for summer nature study in your homeschool.
When I was a little girl, I was fascinated by my friend’s family. Nell’s parents decided that a television would not be the star of the show in their living...
Has your child's motivation to learn vanished completely? You need these effective strategies to motivate learning in your homeschool.
Last summer, I joined the ranks of other homeschool moms who made it to the high school years. While planning high school for the first time created anxiety and fear...
Homeschooling gifted and twice-exceptional (gifted with special needs) learners is a wonderful way to allow your child to soar, but it is not all sunshine and roses, as some people...
Connecting with our kids takes effort and time you may not think you have, but with a little creative thinking and being mindful you can easily connect with your kids...
Independence Day is synonymous with fireworks, back yard cookouts, pool parties and beach trips. Fun in the sun! However, for children with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) or even a sensory...
Completing writing prompts about the 4th of July is a great way to encourage writing and critical thinking during the summer months!
Let's face it, learning math facts is important. Kids will have trouble with math and algebra without their facts memorized. Thankfully there are many ways to memorize math facts. Here...
All kids love family movie night! Want to get your kids excited about their assigned reading? Try setting up a "book made into a movie" night with your family. It's...
Summer is the BEST time of year! Being able to be outside without the bulk of winter coats is pure delight! Summer is an excellent time of year to participate...
Inventors are a mysterious bunch and learning about them can be a great addition to your homeschool lessons. Here are some ideas!
Your fitness can impact your ability to parent, homeschool, and live a happy life. Here is why getting in shape should be a top priority.
Father's Day writing prompts are a great way to keep kids writing in June without the hassle of formal lessons!
Do you have a child is always on the move and enjoys hands-on activities and play-acting? Homeschooling your hands-on learner also known as a kinesthetic learner can be difficult at...
Creating a solid foundation in learning is important. When we move our kids along before they’re ready, we send messages we may not intend.
Creating a homeschool community for your family takes effort. But it is possible to create something that will serve your family and your whole community!
Creating a realistic homeschooling daily rhythm with multiple kids -including preschoolers, can be challenging! Here's what to focus on.
Determining whether to send your high schooler to public school is a question that comes up often. Here are some things to consider before you decided.
Writing prompts can help stop summer slide with ease! Learn how to use them with your homeschoolers this year!
An adaptive, online learning program like Homeschool+ gets your children started on the path to successful and stress-free learning. It's made by the creators of the acclaimed ABCMouse program and...
Are you struggling with irresponsibility in your kids? You need these effective strategies to teach your homeschooler responsibility.
Learn why so many moms have homeschool burnout and why it doesn’t have to be your reality with some simple systems put in place.
Even homeschool moms want to be recognized for their efforts and what better time to show it than during Teacher Appreciation Week?
Mother's Day writing prompts are a great way to celebrate mom and let her know how much she means to you. These prompts will help you get started!
Yes, you can homeschool gifted kids and provide them with all the things they need to thrive academically and socially. These tips will help.
Are you looking for quick and easy last-minute Easter activities to do with your kids? Here are 5 must-try activities everyone will love!
It was a blessing in disguise when I instituted a "work day." Here's how we turned over responsibility and encouraged our children to work independently.
