Even after you settle on curriculum choices and are faithfully showing up to do the work of homeschooling, there are lingering problems. All these people need to be reliably fed and the house and calendar kept with a modicum of order. If you are a homeschooling mama, you've no doubt come across the ideas of a 30 Day Meal Plan and a Home Organization Binder. They were staples of the first … [Read more...] about How To Make the Non-Homeschool Part of Life Flow
Creative Writing with A Beka – My Review
Are you looking for something to help build up your children's writing skills? Have you ever thought of doing creative writing? Learning how to write stories can be very beneficial for children, and they are already natural story tellers... A Beka Books offers a great way to introduce your children to story writing. It is called Creative Writing - with Penmanship Skills, and it is geared … [Read more...] about Creative Writing with A Beka – My Review
Lovely Latin: Learning with Memoria Press
Lovely Latin: Learning with Memoria Press Do you teach Latin in your homeschool? Memoria Press and their Latin programs have been an excellent mainstay in our homeschool since the very beginning, over 15 years ago. We like to start our foray into Latin with a very gentle and basic approach beginning with Prima Latina. As one who wasn't required to take ANY Latin in school, I really enjoy … [Read more...] about Lovely Latin: Learning with Memoria Press
Wright on Time – A 50 State Adventure
As homeschoolers it can be tough to find books about "school" that our children can relate to. Typically "school" involves hopping on that big yellow bus and heading off to the local public school building. But what about those of us that homeschool? Are there books out there for our children to relate to? My resounding answer is YES! I would like to introduce you to the Write On Time Series. It … [Read more...] about Wright on Time – A 50 State Adventure
Homeschool Anatomy and Physiology
Over the last few years we have explored elementary science with Apologia studies. This year my elementary-aged children are excited about Exploring Creation with Anatomy and Physiology. ~Don’t miss the *giveaway AND the special discount code* at the end!! We received these Apologia homeschool anatomy and physiology resources in exchange for an honest review. Any affiliate links included … [Read more...] about Homeschool Anatomy and Physiology
Writing & Rhetoric: Narrative I
It's no secret that I LOVE the Writing & Rhetoric series from Classical Academic Press. We've tried many different writing programs and this is at the top of our favorite curriculum list - even my daughter would agree! The second book in the series, Narrative I, focuses on using stories like fables and myths to teach various writing principles. Take a peek at the program with me! The … [Read more...] about Writing & Rhetoric: Narrative I
Writeshop I for ESL Homeschool
Getting children to write is not easy. Moreover, it is more difficult when they have to use their second language. Creating sentences is not easy. It is even more complicated when we have to think about the English of certain terms translated from our native language. If you learn other languages than your native language, you should understand better what I mean. It has come to our 5th year of … [Read more...] about Writeshop I for ESL Homeschool
Finding Good Books with The Classical Reader
Reading good books together is a cornerstone practice of our homeschool. Reading together gives our children a deep well of reliable language patterns. This reservoir helps them become discerning, articulate readers and writers. Good books also spark their imagination and give them a rich sense of lived history. But really, one of the biggest benefits is that it's enjoyable to share stories … [Read more...] about Finding Good Books with The Classical Reader
Using Creek Edge Press Task Cards to Develop Independent Learners
As home educators, we strive to develop traits of independent learners. Tasks cards are a wonderful stepping stone for elementary and middle school students to develop their independent learning skills – providing them with a framework to focus their search and just enough guidance to ensure success. ~Don't miss the Task Cards giveaway at the end! Task Cards Develop Independent … [Read more...] about Using Creek Edge Press Task Cards to Develop Independent Learners
IEW – Student Writing Intensive Level C
Most of us will agree that to be able to write is a skill of great importance to have in the journey of life. For a start if our children are college bound, being able to write and take notes effectively could spell the difference between success and failure. To be able to articulate well in the written word is definitely a skill that I personally feel is vital to teach my children...and that is … [Read more...] about IEW – Student Writing Intensive Level C
Our Favorite Curriculum By and For Homeschoolers
Homeschool parents are serious about teaching well and teaching in ways that meet their students' needs. So much so, some of them have written their own curricula over the years to give their children a truly customized education. Luckily, many of them offer that brilliant curriculum to us! ~Don't miss the BIG homeschool curriculum giveaway (worth $951.65!) at the end plus all the … [Read more...] about Our Favorite Curriculum By and For Homeschoolers
Reading and Math Enrichment from K – 5 Learning | A Review
Disclosure: I received a free trial from K - 5 Learning in exchange for my honest review and opinions of their online services. I did not receive compensation for this post. Affiliate links are included. Reading and Math Enrichment from K - 5 Learning Learn how you can unlock you child's potential for learning math and reading in one great place. K - 5 Learning is an online learning center … [Read more...] about Reading and Math Enrichment from K – 5 Learning | A Review