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
Auditory Learning With Apologia
The best way that two of my children learn is by listening. They are auditory learners. How do I know? They are drawn to any sort of recording. Audio books. They love for books to be read aloud. They both even love a lecture type setting. Back when my eldest children were preschoolers we started a habit called morning room time. Some friends of ours told us about it. My husband and I took turns … [Read more...] about Auditory Learning With Apologia
Life Prep for Homeschooled Teenagers
Like most of you, I am pulling together resources for the new academic year. Here in England we are still hard at work until the latter half of July, then the summer holidays stretch out before us for the entire month of August - bliss! But before those carefree days can commence, I need to have all my ducks in a row for the autumn. I was pondering over a few electives for my soon-to-be junior. … [Read more...] about Life Prep for Homeschooled Teenagers
Learning With The Movies
A few years back I created a history course for my teen using a textbook as a spine and then adding in other related books and movies. One of the movies we watched has stayed with her for years. In fact, we were just talking about it the other night! Movies can be a great visual for kids to hang their thoughts on and thus Learning With the Movies can be a great addition to your homeschool … [Read more...] about Learning With The Movies
Elemental Earth Science and Astronomy for The Grammar Stage {Review}
Science is one of my son's favorite subjects to learn. Last year, all of my three sons used Elemental Biology for both grammar and logical stages. My youngest son finished the Elemental Science Biology for The Grammar Stage before the 4th quarter of last school year. He used the same branch of science with his brothers. As soon as he finished with Elemental Science Biology for The Grammar … [Read more...] about Elemental Earth Science and Astronomy for The Grammar Stage {Review}
Cultivating Vocation with Cheryl Swope’s Eternal Treasures
I'll bet you've heard the verse a number of times, but have you ever related Proverbs 27:17 to parenting or homeschooling? "Iron sharpeneth iron: so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend." Isn't that what homeschooling really is? Haven't you experienced the iron striking iron effect? I know that I have never been so refined, never had a deeper sense of my own need, than as a … [Read more...] about Cultivating Vocation with Cheryl Swope’s Eternal Treasures
English 2600 High School Grammar Course – My Review
Are you looking for a grammar program for your high schoolers? How about a grammar program that is fun? Did I just say fun?? Yes, English 2600 high school grammar was actually fun! That was a quote from my teen. When we were looking around for a grammar program for my high schooler, we were not expecting to find something fun. We just wanted to find something that was a good fit. I wanted … [Read more...] about English 2600 High School Grammar Course – My Review
History with Heirloom Audio Productions
History is one of those subjects that can be dry and boring (do you remember your history textbooks from elementary school?) or filled with fun and adventure. I don't know about you, but I prefer history lessons that are filled with fun and adventure! History with Heirloom Audio Productions One of the best ways to make history come alive is with great books - and the historical novels … [Read more...] about History with Heirloom Audio Productions
Tapestry of Grace – An Update
More than five years ago I shared with you that Tapestry of Grace was the homeschooling fit for our family. When we started with Tapestry of Grace, my eldest child was in fourth grade. She has now graduated from our homeschool. I now have the perspective of the years of rich education Tapestry has afforded us. So here is a Tapestry of Grace update. "Have you found a curriculum you and your … [Read more...] about Tapestry of Grace – An Update