Dear homeschool friends, We are honored and grateful for your nomination for Best Group Blog at The Homeschool Post! Many of our talented review authors are nominated in several categories as well. As a thank you, here is, all in one spot, a list of some of the resources our review team has put together for you: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Homeschool Curriculum Carnival of … [Read more...] about Curriculum Choice – Best Group Blog
Marie’s Words :: Vocabulary for High School
This summer while preparing for our BIG step into homeschooling high school, I came across a set of vocabulary flashcards that seemed interesting and helpful - Marie's Words. Purchased without even looking up a review (unusual for me!), I'm so glad we got these little cards. Both my high schooler and I are pleased with them! Marie's Words is a set of 550 cards, only 2.5" x 3.5", created to … [Read more...] about Marie’s Words :: Vocabulary for High School
Dino O’Dell Outer Space CD Review
I had the pleasure of reviewing Dino O'Dell and the T-rex All-Stars new CD "Outer Space" and let me tell you IT IS FUN! My four-year-old LOVED it! He kept asking when we were going to meet Dino! There are 12 songs on the CD with the majority being around 3-1/2 minutes long. The tunes are catchy and the words are full of things to learn (for the most part). Some of what you will hear are: Polka, … [Read more...] about Dino O’Dell Outer Space CD Review
Homeschool Helps from Curriculum Choice Authors
Do you find yourself well into the school year and in need of encouragement? We have just the thing for you today. A variety of homeschool helps from our Curriculum Choice authors. Our hope is these author-selected posts will spur you on in your journey. Charlotte Mason Gave Our Homeschool Wings by Barb-Harmony Art Mom. "We are no longer content with anything but the most excellent of … [Read more...] about Homeschool Helps from Curriculum Choice Authors
Teaching Textbooks Review
My oldest son is in 4th grade this year. Math has always been the dreaded subject in our house. He is a very bright boy, but when you hand him a worksheet with a ton of problems on it, he immediately tunes it out. We have tried several math programs over the last few years and with each one came more discouragement. We were both beginning to get very frustrated. After searching high and low, … [Read more...] about Teaching Textbooks Review
Hearts and Trees Magazine – Volume 2 Review
I’m delighted to get the chance to share our experience with the Hearts & Trees Digital Magazines. We purchased both editions, but I’m going to detail what we loved about Hearts and Trees Volume 2. Amanda’s online magazine is designed to help homeschooling families with art, handicrafts, and nature study. Targeting ages 6-12, those on the younger end will need some assistance while the older … [Read more...] about Hearts and Trees Magazine – Volume 2 Review
Glo Bible App Review
I have a confession to make. I no longer carry a Bible with me to church. We have discovered a stunning Bible application. The Glo Bible, by Immersion Digital. Glo is an interactive digital Bible that brings to life the scriptures with high resolution images, HD video, maps, virtual tours, and customizable reading plans. Glo also has social media features, so you can share your Bible study … [Read more...] about Glo Bible App Review
Building Language: Latin Stems and Roman Architecture
I have heard for so long that using anything by Michael Clay Thompson for language arts instruction is a WISE decision. We are heavily classical in our homeschool, and this fueled our decision to investigate these materials. This year we decided to try Building Language. It has been a solid addition to not only our language arts curriculum, but also has reinforced our history … [Read more...] about Building Language: Latin Stems and Roman Architecture
America: Covenant & Calling – High School Humanities Curriculum
Need an in depth American history curriculum for your high schoolers that teaches biblical principles? Search no more! America: Covenant & Calling will teach the truth behind our American History which is so often difficult to find in most American history curricula today. It covers the years 1492-1860 based on the popular books, The Light and the Glory, From Sea to Shining Sea, and … [Read more...] about America: Covenant & Calling – High School Humanities Curriculum
Seeking True Values by Pathway Publishers
Over the years, we have used a variety of programs for reading comprehension. By far, my favorite has been the Pathway Publisher’s reading series. We began with their book, Busy Times, for grade two. It helped so much with my daughter’s reading comprehension that we continued with the series. Then, a few years later, she asked to do the series again, and we ordered the book/workbook set, Seeking … [Read more...] about Seeking True Values by Pathway Publishers
Math Splash iPad App Grade 5
We were offered a free code in exchange for a review of the Math Splash App at the 5th grade level. Always looking for ways to add fun to our math lessons I was happy to accept the offer. We’ve played with the app a fair bit to get a good feel of how it works and the abilities that it has. Even still, I’m pretty sure we’ve only scratched the surface as this little app packs quite the punch in … [Read more...] about Math Splash iPad App Grade 5
Vicki Bentley’s Home Education 101: A Mentoring Program for New Homeschoolers
In a word: Wow. When I began to think about homeschooling seven years ago, I read and researched and researched and read. Honestly, I wish I’d had this invaluable tool back then. Home Education 101 guides new homeschoolers in the beginning steps of their journey, covering such high-interest subjects as: Organizing your time and your home for a home education lifestyle Getting … [Read more...] about Vicki Bentley’s Home Education 101: A Mentoring Program for New Homeschoolers