We completed a unit study on electricity earlier in the year. As I was preparing for the unit, I kept wondering how in the world I was going to design hands-on electrical learning without having to buy lots of little pieces - and quite honestly, not really knowing what I was doing. Enter the Electric Circuit KitBook. This was an awesome tool! Not only did it provide the hands-on experiences … [Read more...] about Electric KitBook
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Draw Write Now
We enjoy incorporating art into our unit studies. There are many ways to accomplish this, but one of my favorites is to have my children do a lesson from Draw Write Now, a series of books containing beginning drawing lessons and handwriting practice for primary and elementary students. The author, Marie Hablitzel, developed this collection of lessons for her second-grade students after seeing that … [Read more...] about Draw Write Now
Moody Science Classics
One of the goals my husband and I set when we first had children was to surround them with learning opportunities. We want them to love learning. And we don't want learning to be something that just happens during "school". Several years ago we saw an incredible special on the entire collection of Moody Science DVDs, and we knew immediately that we'd found something that we would like to own. We … [Read more...] about Moody Science Classics
Discover 4 Yourself Inductive Bible Studies for Kids
If you’re looking for a Bible study that your 8-12 year old can do alone, the Discover 4 Yourself Inductive Bible Studies for Kids are a good choice. Written by Kay Arthur of Precepts Ministries, these studies are solid introductions to forming a lifelong Bible study habit. Discover 4 Yourself Inductive Bible Studies for Kids There are many titles in the series covering the gamut of Old … [Read more...] about Discover 4 Yourself Inductive Bible Studies for Kids
A Guide to American Christian Education
It's the all-in-one book for all things BPA. If you only bought one book, I would recommend A Guide to American Christian Education by Mr. James Rose. It details everything you need to know, from the foundations to how to 4-R to lesson planning. He also included a section for home educators with quotes from families in the trenches and answers questions specific to our situation. He goes … [Read more...] about A Guide to American Christian Education
The Mighty Works of God: Liberty and Justice for All
Mrs. Ruth Smith is well known in Biblical Principle Approach circles as a mentor and Master Teacher of the Rudiments of America's Christian History (among many other topics). She saw a need for a Providential history text and thankfully she wrote it. There are to be 7 volumes in all, an this is the third. (The fourth is slated for release later this year or early next.) This volume is written … [Read more...] about The Mighty Works of God: Liberty and Justice for All
Miller Stories
From the time my children were preschoolers, and even now, we have enjoyed the Miller Stories by Mildred A. Martin over and over again! We started our journey with the Miller books by reading Storytime with the Millers. After gobbling up each and every story several times, we realized that the entire set would eventually sit on our bookshelf. And so it does. Each book, besides … [Read more...] about Miller Stories
Living Memory: A Classical Memory Work Companion by Andrew Campbell
Many people today think that memorization is unimportant. They argue that anything that they need to know, they can look up on-line. But can a person be truly educated if he doesn't "know" anything? I think not. We need knowledge in order to understand new concepts. Critical thinking programs are wasted if there is no foundation of knowledge to build upon. The writer has nothing to write about … [Read more...] about Living Memory: A Classical Memory Work Companion by Andrew Campbell
Living Math Curriculum Review
Living Math is a curriculum written by Julie Brennan, a professional CPA, a mom of four, and an obvious math lover. If you have heard of living math, you may think that this curriculum is full of hands-on games and puzzles with lots of living math books. Actually it is more of a historical tour through time, looking at the mathematical developments of each period. Living books are the … [Read more...] about Living Math Curriculum Review
Teaching With Tapestry of Grace
Come to a convention workshop online! Author Marcia Somerville will give you the exact same 45-minute introduction to the award-winning curriculum, Tapestry of Grace that she gives at conventions all over America, but you can participate from home via this webinar. Marcia will talk for about 45 minutes, and then take questions for 15 minutes. (To ask questions, you will need the use of a USB … [Read more...] about Teaching With Tapestry of Grace
Philosophies
Do you have a homeschool philosophy? Here's a list of some of the more popular philosophies and methods. Charlotte Mason A CM education is the style following that of its founder, Charlotte Mason. Its schedule features short lessons (10 to 20 minutes per subject for the younger children, but longer for older ones) with an emphasis on excellent execution and focused attention. Narration, … [Read more...] about Philosophies