Many times in the last few years I've found myself saying that homeschooling is also continuing education for the homeschool mom. I've learned so much homeschooling my five children. One way I have learned many things is cycling through history homeschooling multiple ages. It has been a joy to learn rich history and have a picture of the timeline in my head. I didn't get the 'big picture' until I … [Read more...] about Cycling Through History Homeschooling Multiple Ages
Choosing Elementary Homeschool Curriculum
Our focus today is on choosing elementary homeschool curriculum. We all have different ways we choose our homeschool programs. Some of us focus on what goals and learning objectives we have for our children. Others focus more on methods and styles of learning because they makes our homeschooling compatible with our daily life and our children's uniqueness. We hope that some of our suggestions can … [Read more...] about Choosing Elementary Homeschool Curriculum
Choosing Preschool and Kindergarten Homeschool Curriculum
Preschool and Kindergarten - what fun ages! Play is learning and learning is play. Perhaps you're looking for some ideas for your formal Tot School or perhaps you just want to make sure that your little ones will be ready for first grade when it comes along. We are here to help you with choosing preschool and kindergarten homeschool curriculum. Welcome to Five Days of Choosing Curriculum! A … [Read more...] about Choosing Preschool and Kindergarten Homeschool Curriculum
Using the CAT Test for Homeschool Testing
We live in a state where homeschool testing is required. Beginning in upper elementary, all the way through high school we have to test in varying degrees. Having to do this brings an added element to the homeschooling process. I have needed to spend time researching various tests that are acceptable to our homeschool regulations, and we have tried various tests (even ones not accepted by our … [Read more...] about Using the CAT Test for Homeschool Testing
Make-A-State Activity Pak {from Home School in the Woods}
Lapbooks are such a fun way to keep track of what your children are learning! They are fun to create (kids really love those interactive elements) and make wonderful keepsakes to enjoy in the future. One of my favorite places to find great lapbook resources is Home School in the Woods. This post includes affiliate links. Activity Pak series from Home School in the Woods Home School in the … [Read more...] about Make-A-State Activity Pak {from Home School in the Woods}
High School Homeschool English Courses
Are you looking for something for your high schooler for their English credit next year? I received an ebook from 7 Sisters in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. Please see our disclosure policy. Today, I'd like to look at the 7 Sisters Literature Guides and all the other options that they have for your teen's English studies. The 7 Sisters approach is based on over 20 … [Read more...] about High School Homeschool English Courses
Favorite Summer Reading Lists
Summer reading is one of our favorite past times. Kicking back by the pool, on the beach or swinging in a hammock with a beloved tome is surely one of life's most pleasurable moments. We've got a great line-up of favorite summer reading lists for you at The Curriculum Choice. It's all about books, books and more books. Favorite Summer Reading Lists As a homeschooling mother of four children … [Read more...] about Favorite Summer Reading Lists
The Scout Series by Piet Prins
When I peeked into a room at our homeschool conference, I noticed keynote speaker Melanie Young (co-author of the excellent books Raising Real Men and My Beloved and My Friend) having lunch with her daughter. Gathering up my courage I introduced myself to them and was startled at the response. “Oh, you’re Annie Kate! You introduced us to the Scout books!” And then she excitedly explained to … [Read more...] about The Scout Series by Piet Prins
Children’s Classics for Summer Reading
With the summer months stretching out ahead of us it is time for summer reading. Wouldn't you agree? There is more free time and there might even be a hammock hung up in the backyard. We like to take a weekly trip to the library to load up on books. There are so many freedoms that come with summer. Yet I also like for us to have some intentional and fun learning times. Children's classics for … [Read more...] about Children’s Classics for Summer Reading
A Week in the Life of a Homeschool Planner
There is a resource that is essential to our homeschool. We each refer to this resource daily and it is there in the background all the time. That resource is our homeschool planners. Our homeschool planners help organize and structure our days, keep us accountable and they also track all we have learned and accomplished! Sometimes it helps me to see just how something works in a homeschool. So, I … [Read more...] about A Week in the Life of a Homeschool Planner
Chalk Pastels Art at the Beach
I love going to the beach in the summer time. It's one of our favorite family vacations. Of course we love camping in the mountains and hiking to beautiful peaks, but, as for me, I am an ocean girl and I love the sun and the beach. What better way to combine some relaxing summer time beach goodness, than with an art activity to boot. Enter, You Are An Artist Chalk Pastels Art at the … [Read more...] about Chalk Pastels Art at the Beach
5 Reasons To Use Dover Coloring Books for History
History is one of the subjects that I like to think out of the box for. There are so many opportunities to learn without the use of traditional textbooks. From historical fiction to movies, hands on projects and field trips, you can make history come alive for your children! (And they will better remember it all too!) One of the many ways we are doing this in our homeschool is through the use of … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons To Use Dover Coloring Books for History