I started using Growing with Grammar many years ago after my oldest had taken her end of year NYS required assessment test. While she passed the exam per state standards, I could clearly see we were lacking in the English grammar department. So like any mom would do, I hit the Internet to find something that would help me build her up in this department. What I ultimately chose was Growing … [Read more...] about A Review of Growing with Grammar
Stories From The Bible – Review
Stories From The Bible holds a treasury of 17 of the Bible's stories. This book is beautifully written and is a wonderful introduction to God's Word for small children. "Every story has a beginning. The story of creation begins with God. He was there before anything else. God can do anything, and has the most amazing imagination ever." - Text from Stories From The Bible. ~Don't miss the … [Read more...] about Stories From The Bible – Review
Calm Homeschool Coloring Activities
The holiday season is upon us. Wonderful times of family gatherings, traditions and special homeschool learning. This can also be a stressful time since we are running around town to all sorts of activities – plays, parties, productions. To remedy the stress, each year I like to plan some simple yet educational holiday learning opportunities for our homeschool. I like things that I can tuck in my … [Read more...] about Calm Homeschool Coloring Activities
Early Reading Fun with Ms. Ronda’s Alphabet Series – My Review
Do you have a little one in your house? Are you looking for a way to introduce early reading skills? One day, when I was over on Amazon, I found a delightful resource for introducing early reading. It is called "Meet Alex the Ape: The Apple Fiasco". Alpha, the main character, guides the child through this story, while "teaching" lots of great concepts at the same time. I shared this … [Read more...] about Early Reading Fun with Ms. Ronda’s Alphabet Series – My Review
Apologia Exploring Creation With Biology Lapbook Journal
** Since writing this review CurrClick has closed it's online doors. You may now purchase this product through Christianbook.com HERE for $8.99 ** This year we are using Apologia's "Exploring Creation with Biology" for our high school science. The student is required to keep a notebook where they answer the 'On Your Own' questions and keep their module summaries. They are also required to keep … [Read more...] about Apologia Exploring Creation With Biology Lapbook Journal
Writing & Rhetoric Book 7: Encomium & Vituperation – A Review
Writing & Rhetoric Book 7: Encomium & Vituperation - A Review Today I want to share a new-to-us resource that my high school freshman is loving this term. I am also using the very first book Fables with my youngest and you can read my review of it here. Writing & Rhetoric Book 7: Encomium & Vituperation by Classical Academic Press This is the seventh book in the Writing and … [Read more...] about Writing & Rhetoric Book 7: Encomium & Vituperation – A Review
First Form Latin from Memoria Press
If you've considered adding a Classical flare to your homeschool but found the thought of teaching Latin intimidating, Memoria Press has you covered. With their programs, you can teach Latin from elementary school right on through high school, and even prepare your students for the National Latin Exam. Latin with Memoria Press The Latin curriculum available from Memoria Press is a great … [Read more...] about First Form Latin from Memoria Press
Colorful, Easy-To-Take-With-You Planner
Like many homeschool moms, I am always on the lookout for "the perfect planner" - which honestly, I've decided is only a figment of our imagination. Because our imagination is where all our dreams are... which cannot be put down on paper (either digital or print). So, with that said, I would like to share a small, simple planner that is perfect for those looking for something that will not be big, … [Read more...] about Colorful, Easy-To-Take-With-You Planner
Our Favorite Free Homeschool Resources
Free is always good. Free homeschool resources are even better! Because homeschoolers are frugal by nature, we have gathered our favorites for you to enjoy. To help you be creative with your homeschool budget and to help you meet the needs of your age range of children, our favorite free homeschool resources... From The Curriculum Choice Archives At The Curriculum Choice we have shared … [Read more...] about Our Favorite Free Homeschool Resources
Homeschooling Encouragement for Fall
Homeschooling is hard, sometimes isolating, work. We can all use encouragement and an outside perspective. Throughout the month of September, Julie Bogart, the creator of Brave Writer, read an essay a day from her book A Gracious Space, Fall on Facebook Live. Even though you can’t tune in live, you can still watch the replays. They are available on the Brave Writer YouTube channel. It’s … [Read more...] about Homeschooling Encouragement for Fall
Indoor Play Activities that Help with Handwriting – My Review
With fall approaching us, are you, by any chance, looking for some fun indoor activities for your kids, when it is too cold to play outside? Play Pack has some wonderful and simple ideas for indoor play, and each of these will also help your kids with their gross motor development. In fact, they offer many activities that can actually help with your child's handwriting! Success in … [Read more...] about Indoor Play Activities that Help with Handwriting – My Review
Mix it Up With the Masters: A New Art & Creativity Resource
Mix it Up With the Masters - New Art & Creativity Resource I'm so excited to share a brand new resource from the very talented and creative Alisha Gratehouse of Flourish. She's unveiling a brand new art course called Mixing With the Masters Volume 1 - "A New Twist on the Old Masterpieces". {affiliate links} It's a brand new Art Appreciation Curriculum that she's designed with "mixed media" … [Read more...] about Mix it Up With the Masters: A New Art & Creativity Resource