When winter comes, many people hibernate, patiently waiting for spring to arrive. But for homeschooling families, the thought of kids being cooped up inside for a couple of months is overwhelming. Luckily, Cindy West gives everyone a reason to head outside into the cold with her Snow and Ice Nature Study. Affiliate links are used on this website. Please see our disclosure policy for more … [Read more...] about Snow and Ice Nature Study Review
Conquering Cursive Handwriting Workbooks for Your Homeschool
Okay, I have to admit that I'm not the best teacher when it comes to conquering cursive handwriting. I buy a book here and I buy a book there, but we never seem to finish any of them. That's mostly my fault because there are so many more exciting things to do in our homeschool than handwriting practice! Then, well, I find that I have a fourth grader who doesn't write … [Read more...] about Conquering Cursive Handwriting Workbooks for Your Homeschool
Homeschool Science and Nature Resources from Curriculum Choice Review Authors
Come take a look at our collection of homeschool science and nature study resources from all of us here at The Curriculum Choice. “She who opens her eyes and her heart nature-ward even once a week finds nature study in the schoolroom a delight and an abiding joy……She finds, first of all, companionship with her children; and second, she finds that without planning or going on a far voyage, she … [Read more...] about Homeschool Science and Nature Resources from Curriculum Choice Review Authors
Engaging Themed Homeschool Activities for Every Month of the Year
You wouldn't believe all the themed homeschool activities that can be explored based on the month of the year! You can cover history with topics like MLK Jr. Day and Patriot Day. You can explore the seasons with year round nature studies! Learn about obscure holidays each month like Measure Your Feet Day and National Sewing Month! Spice up your homeschool studies this year with some fun themed … [Read more...] about Engaging Themed Homeschool Activities for Every Month of the Year
More Than A Movie: 50 Ideas for Fun and Frugal Family Nights
I have been a mom a very long time and I have to admit that I sometimes lack creative ideas for family activities. It is easy to get trapped into doing the same old things over and over. So when I saw Janet Lynn Phillips’ ebook - More Than A Movie: 50 Ideas for Fun and Frugal Family Nights. I was interested in taking a closer look! More Than A Movie: 50 Ideas for Fun and Frugal Family … [Read more...] about More Than A Movie: 50 Ideas for Fun and Frugal Family Nights
Handwriting Without Tears: Hands-On Materials
We have used Handwriting Without Tears Hands-on Materials in our homeschool with great success since my oldest was in Pre-K, so I thought I would highlight some of the HWT hands-on materials that have been a huge benefit for my children. If you are looking for more information on the printed materials for Handwriting without Tears, check out Korey's review - Handwriting Without … [Read more...] about Handwriting Without Tears: Hands-On Materials
Everything You Wanted to Know About The Handbook of Nature Study for Homeschool
Are you looking for comprehensive, easy to use nature study resources? Have you ever seen The Handbook of Nature Study? Well, it might just be the thing for you! Come check out our reviews and resources for using this as your nature study go to! Affiliate links are used on this website. Please see our disclosure policy for more details. All About The Handbook of Nature Study What is … [Read more...] about Everything You Wanted to Know About The Handbook of Nature Study for Homeschool
NEW! Homeschool Nature Study Membership
Have you visited the new Homeschool Nature Study website where the Handbook of Nature Study is brought to life? If not, head over and take a look! While you are there you can see all the new Homeschool Nature Study Membership has to offer! Introducing the NEW Homeschool Nature Study Membership! Homeschool Nature Study makes it easy to enrich your homeschool with nature study. You will … [Read more...] about NEW! Homeschool Nature Study Membership
NaturExplorers Nature Unit Studies
Nature study can be so rewarding and memorable for our kids, but sometimes getting the motivation to go outside and go on nature walks can be tough. Especially when the weather is cold and there's lots to do inside the house. For me, I felt like I wanted to do fun nature walks, but had no direction. And for this list-making, plan-it-out kind of mama, I needed more … [Read more...] about NaturExplorers Nature Unit Studies
NaturExplorers from Our Journey Westward
Are you looking for flexible, affordable ways to include nature study in your homeschool? Then you might just be interested in the NaturExplorers from Our Journey Westward! Naturexplorers from Our Journey Westward I am excited to tell you about NaturExplorers, a series of nature-based unit studies written by Cindy West and Melissa Leach! The authors are both veteran homeschooling Moms who … [Read more...] about NaturExplorers from Our Journey Westward
Homeschool High School Transcripts Made Easy
Is anybody else beginning to stress a little about high school? Come on, raise your hand higher, I know you're out there! I consider myself a pretty confident homeschooler overall. I don't over-analyze curriculum choices or worry about counting every single minute of every single lesson. I'm a fairly relaxed homeschooler - which is the way I like it. Until, that is, the … [Read more...] about Homeschool High School Transcripts Made Easy
Winter Homeschool Physical Education
Besides questions like, "How am I going to teach High School math?" and "How will I fulfill lab science credits?" I often get asked about fulfilling homeschool physical education requirements, and more specifically winter homeschool physical education. Affiliate links are used on this website. Please see our disclosure policy for more details. It's tough when the snow flies and you are all … [Read more...] about Winter Homeschool Physical Education