At the risk of being redundant, I'd like to highlight one more of Peggy Kaye's Game books. I've already reviewed Games for Math and Games for Writing here at The Curriculum Choice. All three books are similar in format, but I've found each of them to be of such great value that I just had to share Games for Reading with you. Games for Reading: Playful Ways to Help Your Child … [Read more...] about Games for Reading: Playful Ways to Help Your Child Read
Apologia: Exploring Creation with Biology For Homeschool Science
Apologia's Exploring Creation with Biology 2nd Edition is a college-preparatory, high school level, biology course that would be recommended in a student's freshmen year. It is designed to be an independent study. It includes tests, labs, and video clips to go along with the course. Dr Jay L. Wile is the author of this course. Apologia's Exploring Creation with Biology 2nd … [Read more...] about Apologia: Exploring Creation with Biology For Homeschool Science
Story Starters – A Creative Writing Supplement For Your Homeschool
Story Starters, by Karen Andreola, is perfect for your reluctant writers and it is a creative writing supplement that can be used for a change of pace along side any writing program. If you've heard about using narration as a grammar tool, you will definitely want Story Starters on your school shelf. What is Story Starters? The name Story Starters is just what it says, a start of a story. … [Read more...] about Story Starters – A Creative Writing Supplement For Your Homeschool
5 December Homeschool Family Fun Ideas
This year welcome the true spirit of Christmas into your heart with much family time (these 5 December Homeschool Family Fun Ideas will help!) and extra kindness for all those around. Offer a friendly face to frenzied shoppers and exhausted store clerks. Allow the impatient driver in the next car the chance to squeeze in ahead of your car, because, after all, what difference will those … [Read more...] about 5 December Homeschool Family Fun Ideas
Audiobooks for Homeschooling That Are Absolutely Free!
Reading and having access to great books is a must have when it comes to homeschooling. One way for children who are either auditory learners, or who struggle with their reading skills to enjoy books is via audio books. An Online Collection Of Audiobooks Audio School is an online collection of audio books that are in the public domain. My Audio School provides children with … [Read more...] about Audiobooks for Homeschooling That Are Absolutely Free!
12 Awesome Logic Games for Homeschooling
I'm sure I've told you before that our family uses non-traditional approaches to math twice a week. Adding logic games keeps us from falling into the textbook rut. I believe varied approaches to any subject are good for raising a well-rounded, educated child. 12 Logic Games Perfect For Your Homeschool One of our most favorite things to do during math time is play games! Today … [Read more...] about 12 Awesome Logic Games for Homeschooling
Wordly Wise 3000: Homeschool Vocabulary Lessons Your Kids Will Love
This year, we decided to add in more branches of language arts into our schooling. One of the things I felt we were lacking was vocabulary. I was thrilled to add in Wordly Wise 3000 (Second Edition), in which we are currently using Book 3. (As of the update of this post there is now a 3rd Edition) Wordly Wise 3000: An Overview Wordly Wise 3000 is a vocabulary program for … [Read more...] about Wordly Wise 3000: Homeschool Vocabulary Lessons Your Kids Will Love
Holiday Fun for Your Homeschool from Our Review Authors
I love everything about the holiday season from the hot cider and pumpkin pie to the warm fireplaces and cozy blankets! Thanksgiving and Christmas don't have to be a reason to bring learning to a screeching halt, though. Affiliate links are used on this website. Please see our disclosure policy for more details. In fact, this time of year provides an opportunity to take advantage of the … [Read more...] about Holiday Fun for Your Homeschool from Our Review Authors
The Imperfect Homeschooler’s Guide to Homeschooling
Have you ever read an article with glossy photos of the perfect homeschool family? Older children work on math while little ones build the Eiffel Tower with popsicle sticks. Mother posts the schedule on the refrigerator and everyone follows it. Father stages a play to reinforce the lessons of the day. The whole family always smiles at the camera. The Imperfect Homeschooler's Guide to … [Read more...] about The Imperfect Homeschooler’s Guide to Homeschooling
Games for Writing: Playful Ways to Help Your Child Learn to Write
Do have a child who is a reluctant writer, one who has an allergy to writing instruments, or who fills your house with moans and groans when it's time to put pencil to paper? Whether you do or not, Games for Writing by Peggy Kaye is sure to make writing a fun subject for all of your children - and for you too! Games for Writing: Playful Ways to Help Your Child Learn to Write Games for … [Read more...] about Games for Writing: Playful Ways to Help Your Child Learn to Write
Dance Mat Typing For Your Homeschool: A Free Tutorial
Today I am sharing with you a fun website to introduce your students to touch-typing. Dance Mat Typing is a fun online program provided by the BBC. BBC Bitesize is an online study support website for children of all ages. There are many other fun, helpful programs so be sure to look around the Bitesize webpage for more helpful resources. Why Learn to Touch Type In Your … [Read more...] about Dance Mat Typing For Your Homeschool: A Free Tutorial
The Pilgrim’s Progress All-in-One Curriculum
Did you know? Pilgrim's Progress is the best selling book of all time other than the Bible! And we have been enjoying the All-in-One Curriculum set from Answers in Genesis. ~ We received these resources in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are our own and we love the benefits and blessings we are continuing to see from this multi-age study. Please see our disclosure policy. What … [Read more...] about The Pilgrim’s Progress All-in-One Curriculum