Get started with simply nature study by learning to identify these five common trees: the oak, the maple, the willow, the sassafras, and the gingko. This post has pictures of leaves to help you boost your botany knowledge.
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Want to go on a field trip with us today? I’ll be fun, and won’t cost you a thing. About a year and a half ago, we relocated from the Atlanta area to a little town on the coast of North Carolina. We absolutely love it, and one of the reasons we do is the abundance of outdoor fun and nature study opportunities that abound. Today, we’re taking a nature-themed field trip, but it’s indoors — to the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher.
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Morning Time is a way to start the day in your homeschool and gives everyone a chance to connect before heading off to their daily schedules.
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Not sure where to start when it comes to your homeschool philosophy? Here are some tips!
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Kindergarten is meant to be a time of play. Here are some simple ideas for teaching kindergarten science concepts to your little ones without a curriculum.
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The most common advice you're likely to receive is to let them play. But is play enough? Yes…and no Read More Fun STEM Activities for Teens and Kids with ADHD Shannan Swindler Instead of seeing ADHD as a deficit, shift your thinking to see it as a bonus, especially when it comes to teaching STEM. When kids with ADHD are are passionate… Read More Why Self-Care Really Matters for Homeschooling Moms Kara Anderson Self-care isn't easy. It takes time. It’s takes commitment. It takes energy when you don’t have any. But here are a few ways to make it a priority: Read More Create Your Own Musical Rainstick: A Fun Kids Craft Project Melissa Looking for a fun and creative craft project to do with your kids? Look no further than making your very own musical rainstick! This hands-on activity is not only a… Read More Nature Study in the Fall Jennifer Dowdy Grab a sweater and head outdoors for a homeschool fall nature study! 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You can use starting a podcast with your homeschooling student to teach media literacy. Learn the basics and the benefits of starting.
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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!
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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.
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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 in some fun family activities. There are so many things to do; I thought I would share some of our families favorites.
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