If you’re in the throes of attempting to teach middle school math, you have my sympathy -- and my empathy because I’m right there with you. So let me share one of my secrets to maintaining everyone's sanity: a website called MasterMath. MasterMath Middle School Online Math Created and developed by Stan Lisle, MasterMath Middle School Online Math offers: -- all for free. Let me say … [Read more...] about MasterMath: Free Middle School Online Lessons
The Lifegiving Home – Creating a Home for Successful Homeschooling
Spring has officially sprung, and for homeschoolers that often means it's planning season. People are out and about at conventions, looking at new curriculum, making choices for the coming year. What if I suggested that a key ingredient to a successful school year wasn't only the right curriculum? What if I suggested that the atmosphere in your home was as important as the book list? I'd be … [Read more...] about The Lifegiving Home – Creating a Home for Successful Homeschooling
King Alfred’s English: Middle School & High School Etymology
King Alfred's English offers an intriguing look at the development of our language is a combination study in both history and English with a bit of linguistics woven throughout. Surprising facts about people and wars, quirky details about spelling and grammar, humorous word histories, all are packed together to form a thoroughly enjoyable and educational overview of English history from 55 BC to … [Read more...] about King Alfred’s English: Middle School & High School Etymology
Choosing a Creative Writing Homeschool Curriculum: Everything You Need to Know!
The word "writing" in educational terms can encompass a large number of things. Some would think handwriting, also things like creative writing, plus there's things like persuasive, narrative, expository and descriptive. For today though we are only going to talk about creative writing homeschool curriculum. Creative writing according to the dictionary is, "writing that displays imagination … [Read more...] about Choosing a Creative Writing Homeschool Curriculum: Everything You Need to Know!
Preparing for Pre-Algebra with Gamified Mr. D Math
As a homeschooling mom, I have noticed one of the courses many moms stress about teaching their children is math. Throughout my years of homeschooling I have tried many homeschool math options, everything from worksheets to full curriculum courses. One of the questions moms often ask is about math courses taught by teachers. {Disclosure: I received access to this Mr. D … [Read more...] about Preparing for Pre-Algebra with Gamified Mr. D Math
Homeschool Writing Activities for Middle School That Are Creative and Fun!
Discover curriculum and writing activities for middle school – used by homeschoolers. Includes reviews by homeschool moms, tips and benefits too! Creative Homeschool Writing Activities for Middle School Resources by Spectrum Are you looking for a way to get your middle schooler writing? Or do you just need a change in your middle school writing curriculum? When you give your … [Read more...] about Homeschool Writing Activities for Middle School That Are Creative and Fun!
Minecraft Opens Doors to Computer Science & Advanced Programming
My son began playing Minecraft a few years ago and it wasn't long before his interest in the game led him further into the world of gaming and computer programming. For a variety of reasons, he was frustrated with the atmosphere of many of the online servers he joined. Minecraft Opens Doors About a year ago, he began hosting his own server and creating his own mods for the game. What … [Read more...] about Minecraft Opens Doors to Computer Science & Advanced Programming
Easy Grammar Curriculum For Your Homeschool
Grammar is one of those subjects for most people. They consider it a subject to get through, but don't always enjoy the work. I can't say that my children jump for joy when we pull out the grammar work, but I've found a few products that have at least made the subject bearable for them. (Just so you know, I've always enjoyed grammar! Call me strange if you like. It won't hurt … [Read more...] about Easy Grammar Curriculum For Your Homeschool
Rod and Staff Bible Stories to Read and Bible Pictures to Color Review
One of the reasons we’ve so enjoyed Rod and Staff Bible Stories to Read and Bible Pictures to Color by Rod and Staff is that my little ones always sit still longer and learn much more when their hands are busy. I’m sure you’ve found this to be true as well. Rod and Staff Bible Stories to Read and Bible Pictures to Color Review As we start the school morning, I open up the Rod and Staff … [Read more...] about Rod and Staff Bible Stories to Read and Bible Pictures to Color Review
Using Times Alive! for Learning Multiplication Facts
One of the things I used during our lovely Living Math Lessons was a program called Times Alive! I found it rather by mistake while doing my daily blog hopping. Before I knew it I’d stumbled upon the City Creek Press website and was in total awe of their multiplication program. I confess, that despite my child being officially in third grade at the time and having an amazing grasp on a … [Read more...] about Using Times Alive! for Learning Multiplication Facts
Havilah’s Gold: A Faith-Based Adventure Book!
Havilah's Gold is a faith-based adventure book that can be integrated into any homeschool history, literature, or Bible curriculum. This Christian fantasy for teens can stand alone as extracurricular or be at the top of your summer reading list. The heavens are stirring with the portent: the end of the age is near! For Horatius, Prudence, and Evangeline, this means a unique mission indeed. The … [Read more...] about Havilah’s Gold: A Faith-Based Adventure Book!
Evan-Moor History Pockets: A Review
I am always looking for fun ways to teach my boys with a hands on approach. The other thing I am looking for is easy to use curriculum to accomplish that task. I found some wonderful hands on products that my kids just love to work on and put together. Evan-Moor History Pockets help bring history alive in your children grades 1-6. As your child is learning about history, he/she is building a … [Read more...] about Evan-Moor History Pockets: A Review