Children learn best when they feel secure, and there is no greater security than to know that their parents love each other. In fact, one of the best things we can do for our children’s education is to improve our marriages. So, in order to help you with this foundation of your homeschool, I want to tell you about the most practical marriage book I have ever come across, The Surprising Secrets of … [Read more...] about Highly Happy Marriages
Writing & Rhetoric: Refutation & Confirmation
Classical Academic Press is a fabulous resource for homeschoolers -- and not just for those that follow the classical method! You’ll find wonderful programs for grammar, foreign languages, poetry, Bible study, and, of course, writing. We’ve tried a handful of writing programs (with varying success) but the one program that we always return to is the Writing & Rhetoric series from Classical … [Read more...] about Writing & Rhetoric: Refutation & Confirmation
Easy Beautiful Homeschool Plans
I know we all would love easy beautiful homeschool plans. I've found a wonderful way to add both beauty and fun to your homeschool. And get this – the planning and shopping is even done for you. With this open and go back to school backpack set, you can have a wonderful start to your homeschool year. Limited time! This back to school backpack is only available through September 1, … [Read more...] about Easy Beautiful Homeschool Plans
Hands-On Electricity Education with Snap Circuits
A well-loved Snap Circuits set has seen a lot of use in our home over the past several years. We purchased it before we even began homeschooling because we've always favored educational toys, especially those with longevity. Snap Circuits ranks high on educational toy lists, and with an advertised age range of 8-108 it covers the longevity aspect, too! Let me tell you a little about Electronic … [Read more...] about Hands-On Electricity Education with Snap Circuits
The Child Training Bible Review
The Child Training Bible is a tool for parents and children to be able to go directly to the scriptures for training and instruction in 20 key areas plus a section on the gospel. It's a wonderful resource for families! The Child Training Bible See that colorful chart in the front of my Bible? It's a key for topics, such as Anger, Pride, Lying, Jealousy, Quarreling, etc. Next to each topic on … [Read more...] about The Child Training Bible Review
Parenting Teens – Blessing the Next Generation
As Christian families, we are already familiar with simple traditions and things that we can do to bless our little ones. We do that with such things as telling Bible stories, reading Christian picture books together, reciting Bible verses, etc. As our children grow, finding ways to bless them can become just a little bit harder. Wouldn't it be nice to have more ideas for blessing our children as … [Read more...] about Parenting Teens – Blessing the Next Generation
A Review of Homeschooling Books by Ruth Beechick
I'd like to share with you two helpful homeschooling books by Ruth Beechick that I read this summer. Dr. Beechick is a lifelong teacher and curriculum author who now writes mostly for homeschoolers. The Three R's This small book (just over 100 pages) covers grades K-3. As you can guess from the title it covers the basics for those early grades. It contains three sections previously published … [Read more...] about A Review of Homeschooling Books by Ruth Beechick
Phonics for Parents by Leslie Anne Perry
When Phonics for Parents showed up in the mail, I was instantly captivated. How much it would have helped me when I was trying to teach my children to read! I relearned phonics alongside them, using the teacher’s guides of our reading program, but that is a very inefficient way to do things. With this little book under my belt I could have taught on the fly, using just the right moments throughout … [Read more...] about Phonics for Parents by Leslie Anne Perry
Our Homeschool Curriculum Choices
It's that time of year again where everyone is talking homeschool curriculum choices. Maybe you are just starting out and don't know where to begin, or maybe you are using something you don't love and looking for something new. Want to hear about homeschool curriculum choices from those of us that have been in the trenches? Well here is your chance! Making homeschool curriculum choices can … [Read more...] about Our Homeschool Curriculum Choices
Favorite Homeschool High School Video Curriculum
Wondering about all those high school credits? It can seem a bit overwhelming. One of the ways we enjoy learning and fulfill credits is with our favorite homeschool high school video curriculum. As you are making your curriculum choices, be sure to consider these options. There are many benefits! If you aren't quite to homeschooling high school yet, there is a resource you will want to check out … [Read more...] about Favorite Homeschool High School Video Curriculum
Daily Grammar
Grammar is a subject near and dear to my heart. I know not everyone can (or will) admit to that, but there it is. Throughout my children’s elementary years, we explored several different grammar curricula, and all have had their good points. This year, however, I came across a FREE curriculum that is thorough and easy to use and free. (Did I mention that already? Sorry. I really like the word … [Read more...] about Daily Grammar
Favorite FREE Sites for Pre-K
I was thinking about what things I really use a lot when homeschooling and one thing that stuck out was FREE sites for my preschool son. I wanted some places we could go to have some "simple fun" while still learning and I really like FREE so I thought I would share some of my favorite free sites for Pre-K with you! Favorite Free Sites for Pre-K The first set of links are sites where you can … [Read more...] about Favorite FREE Sites for Pre-K