We have one son who is a visual-spatial learner. He always does much better learning a new concept when he can actually see and touch and manipulate an idea. This was an easier task when the math were were learning was addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Once we hit algebra, I had a hard time coming up with ideas to show algebra principles in a visual-spatial way. Math-U-See … [Read more...] about A Review of Math-U-See Algebra I
Antiquity Homeschool History Curriculum
We have now been through all of the Compass Classroom homeschool history curriculum. We are finishing up Antiquity homeschool history this spring after cycling through American History and Modernity. I've shared quite a bit about the digital homeschool curriculum we love from Compass Classroom. Now that our youngest children are in high school and middle school, I thought you would rather hear … [Read more...] about Antiquity Homeschool History Curriculum
2 Types of Classical Education
It's that time of year again. No, not spring cleaning. (although I'm working on that too!) It's the time of year where we're winding down and I'm evaluating. What did we learn this year? What has worked well? What didn't work? What do we need to do better next year? One of the things on my mind a lot lately is classical education. I was introduced to classical education when my oldest was in … [Read more...] about 2 Types of Classical Education
Children’s Books in Dyslexic Font
Dyslexia is complex. It’s magnificent, colorful, bright, exciting. Exploding with possibilities. Dyslexia is also challenging. But the challenges can be lessened with the proper resources. That's why I write Children's Books in Dyslexic Font. When our kids are itty bitty we stare into their adorable faces and we plan. We dream and hope and build certain expectations. The children start … [Read more...] about Children’s Books in Dyslexic Font
Living Book Press Handbook of Nature Study – Now in Full Color!
The original Handbook of Nature Study by Anna Botsford Comstock was the compilation of her efforts to encourage parents and teachers to introduce the natural world to their students and children. She wrote with intimate knowledge of her subjects and a passion for the birds, trees, insects, and flowers of her surroundings near Cornell University in the state of New York. When I saw that Living … [Read more...] about Living Book Press Handbook of Nature Study – Now in Full Color!
Homeschool Generations: Part 1
In 1989, the year I entered kindergarten as a homeschool student, there were approximately 1,385 homeschool households in my home state of North Carolina. There are currently over 100,000 homeschool households in North Carolina, and the numbers continue to grow. In fact, so many people tried to register their new homeschools in North Carolina in July 2020 that the DNPE website … [Read more...] about Homeschool Generations: Part 1
Evan-Moor Building Spelling Skills Review
Are you looking for a simple way to improve your child's spelling? Looking for an easy to implement spelling curriculum? Then take a look at the Evan-Moor Building Spelling Skills series! Evan-Moor Building Spelling Skills Review I was browsing a local children's consignment sale last spring when I came across this Evan-Moor Building Spelling Skills workbook! I picked it up and … [Read more...] about Evan-Moor Building Spelling Skills Review
The Charlotte Mason Homeschool Guide
This Charlotte Mason Homeschool Guide helps explain what this method is and why it might be the right one for you. It also offers you resources for implementing the Charlotte Mason Method in your homeschool. Who is Charlotte Mason? What is the Charlotte Mason Homeschool Method? How can I use the Charlotte Mason Method in my homeschool? These questions and so many more, along with … [Read more...] about The Charlotte Mason Homeschool Guide
Passport to More Adventures: Homeschool Studies for Interest-led Learning
In our homeschool we try to follow an interest-led learning approach outside of our core subjects. In the first grade, my daughter thought it would be fun to do school with Jack and Annie from the Magic Treehouse book series. She was obsessed with the books and the characters so I decided to take the idea and run with it! I designed a Magic Treehouse curriculum that turned each of the … [Read more...] about Passport to More Adventures: Homeschool Studies for Interest-led Learning
Botany in 8 Lessons –Homeschool Science Course for All Ages
This semester I asked my children to select a science topic we could study together as a family. With the spring season right around the corner they chose BOTANY! Although we love to get outside and explore plants and nature together (especially during the Epcot Flower & Garden Festival) we have never spent much time learning specifically about botany, the scientific study of plants. Botany … [Read more...] about Botany in 8 Lessons –Homeschool Science Course for All Ages
Easter Homeschool Activities
Spring is fast approaching and with it many will celebrate Easter. Whether it's eggs and bunnies or the cross that has you celebrating, this is a collection of Easter Homeschool Activities to help you! Easter Homeschool Activities Whether you are staying home, or taking a Spring Break vacation, Easter is an often celebrated holiday. It may include an Easter service to celebrate the … [Read more...] about Easter Homeschool Activities
The St. Patrick’s Day Homeschool
St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated annually on March 17, the anniversary of his death in the fifth century. The Irish have observed this day as a religious holiday for over 1,000 years. On St. Patrick’s Day, Irish families would traditionally attend church in the morning and celebrate in the afternoon. But it's not just for the Irish! You can learn about and celebrate St. Patrick's Day in your home … [Read more...] about The St. Patrick’s Day Homeschool