** 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
My Favorite World Geography Games
Throughout my years of homeschooling we have tried many different resources, curriculum, and teaching methods. When it comes to history and science we tend to lean towards a more hands on approach. Geography has been something I have put more importance on with my children. I didn't half appreciate the importance of geography while I was in school, and now I find it to be so much more … [Read more...] about My Favorite World Geography Games
Writing & Rhetoric: Narrative II
Classical Academic Press is one of my favorite homeschool curriculum providers. They have wonderful language programs, Bible study books, reading resources, and language arts books. We have enjoyed everything we've used. One of our favorites? Their Writing & Rhetoric series. Writing & Rhetoric Writing & Rhetoric is a series of 12 books (7 books are currently available) for grades … [Read more...] about Writing & Rhetoric: Narrative II
Sparking Interest with Subscription Boxes
Do you remember receiving a care package at summer camp or when you went away to college? Subscription boxes bring back this nostalgic feeling but instead of home baked cookies or bug spray, the box might be filled with high-end cosmetics, the ingredients to make a gourmet meal, or a new favorite book. Then there is the experience of unwrapping the box and revealing the surprises within, thanks … [Read more...] about Sparking Interest with Subscription Boxes
Homeschool Science Curriculum: Simplicity, Excellence, and Biblical Perspective
Science is actually why I finally decided to homeschool. How could I tell my son (then in 6th Grade) to trust and respect his teachers and yet tell him that what they were teaching him was incorrect and not to believe / follow it (specifically when they would teach about evolution). That was the final straw for me. It was time to bring him home! Since then we've had another son, who is now eight … [Read more...] about Homeschool Science Curriculum: Simplicity, Excellence, and Biblical Perspective