If you’re like most people, the thought of history classes produces images of dry textbooks and long, boring lectures. When I first began homeschooling, I was so pleased to discover the many fabulous history programs that were available - and as far from dry and boring as you can get. The hardest part is choosing just one! We share with you today many of our favorite recommendations for homeschool … [Read more...] about Homeschool History Curriculum
The Big Book of Bible Stories to Make
Looking for Creative Crafts to Do With Your Preschooler? Then The Big Book of Bible Stories to Make may just be one you want to add to your homeschools bookshelf. I love that this book has a hardcover which makes it durable - perfect for little hands. Years ago, before I started homeschooling, I taught in the same preschool that my youngest daughter attended. As both teacher and parent, … [Read more...] about The Big Book of Bible Stories to Make
History Through Story ~ Heirloom Audio “The Reign of Terror” Review
Our family had the privilege of reviewing Heirloom Audio Productions newest release "The Reign of Terror". Our family has listened to almost all of these audio books and we absolutely LOVE them! Honestly, history can be a little difficult to teach in a way that is exciting and fun - but NOT with Heirloom Audio dramas! These bring history to life like nothing before! These aren't books that are … [Read more...] about History Through Story ~ Heirloom Audio “The Reign of Terror” Review
The Big Book of Homeschool Ideas #2 – My Review
This post contains affiliate links for a resource we love. Please see our disclosure policy. What do you do when you have a difficult homeschooling question on your mind? Sometimes there is a homeschool family nearby, to reach out to. Or on other occasions, a friend at Co-op might have the answer. Or maybe a favorite blogger could serve as a resource and help you to seek out what you are … [Read more...] about The Big Book of Homeschool Ideas #2 – My Review
Childhood of Famous Americans Series
Childhood of Famous Americans Series We love reading Historical Fiction in our home. I recently shared some great books here at The Curriculum Choice to read aloud with your children in my last post about the World War II years. We tend to cycle through history mostly in order beginning with the Ancients and going through to Modern times, but my youngest has gotten a bit bored with the Greeks … [Read more...] about Childhood of Famous Americans Series
Writing & Rhetoric: Chreia & Proverb
After struggling to find a middle-grade writing program, we’ve found the one that works best for us - Writing & Rhetoric from Classical Academic Press. The Writing & Rhetoric Series The Writing & Rhetoric Series from Classical Academic Press is a 12-book series (at the time of this post, the first eight books have been released) using the classical progymnasmata method. The … [Read more...] about Writing & Rhetoric: Chreia & Proverb
The Swiss Family Robinson by Johann David Wyss
There are few books as suited to finding homeschool rabbit trails as The Swiss Family Robinson by Johann David Wyss. I’m sure you know the story: A family with four boys was shipwrecked on a deserted tropical island. Because they had been planning to set up a colony, the ship was full of useful supplies, but getting them onto the island was an adventure in itself The family explored and … [Read more...] about The Swiss Family Robinson by Johann David Wyss
Using the Who Was Series for Homeschooling
The Who Was Biographies are a series of books that I wish I had known about with my older two children! They are a series of books (with new titles still being added) that include biographies of people as well as a closer look at places, and events both in history and currently. This series of inspiring, illustrated biographies is perfect for elementary to young middle-grade readers. Each … [Read more...] about Using the Who Was Series for Homeschooling
Printables from Mama’s Learning Corner
As homeschoolers it's sometimes difficult to meet the needs of different aged children. True, we don't have to manage a classroom full of 30 children. But most classroom teachers aren't juggling multiple grade levels and a toddler and baby. Even with our best efforts, it can sometimes feel like no one is getting what they need. Easy Changes that Bring Peace At our house we have a 4th … [Read more...] about Printables from Mama’s Learning Corner
Tabletop Scientist Review
Banish the science text this year and use Tabletop Scientist in your homeschool for a hands on approach to science with experiments and projects. Tabletop Scientist is a 4 book series from Dover Publications which comprises the basics of experiments for an elementary physical science unit. This series is a perfect collection of easy experiments used to demonstrate the main concepts for units on … [Read more...] about Tabletop Scientist Review
Explore the Orchestra
Do your children know the names of the instruments of the orchestra? What about the families of musical instruments? My eldest children know these. But when my friend Mary Prather introduced her newest SQUILT resource, it made me realize that it was time to teach our youngest children more about the orchestra. And what a wonderful resource to use for just that. Time to explore the … [Read more...] about Explore the Orchestra
Our Favorite Historical Fiction World War II Book Reviews
Do you love reading historical fiction in your homeschool? Reading historical fiction to your children is a great way to enhance your study of history in a context that is engaging and enjoyable for all age groups. And as your kids approach the high school years, there is such a wide variety of excellent historical literature to create a delightful study of history without the boring drag of … [Read more...] about Our Favorite Historical Fiction World War II Book Reviews