A couple years ago, I was struggling to find a language arts curriculum that was both engaging and complimentary to our homeschool philosophy. In my quest, I sampled a wide variety of curricula. When I discovered Brave Writer, I knew I had found what I had been looking for. Not only does Brave Writer offer a variety of writing curricula and resources, they also provide home study and online … [Read more...] about Building Writers with Faltering Ownership
TOPS Science: Radishes
Science is not the subject I excel at so when I find something that helps me teach, I use it! Tops Learning Systems are a perfect fit for us - each book is filled with easy, hands-on projects that teach scientific concepts in a natural way. TOPS Science: Teach Science with Simple Things TOPS Science is a non-profit organization that produces great science activity books for grades K-12. … [Read more...] about TOPS Science: Radishes
Our Favorite Homeschool Hands On Learning Projects
Most kids, regardless of their age, love to investigate and explore. They find joy in things like finger painting, building a volcano, taking things apart to see how they work, learning how to code, sewing a quilt, or constructing a tepee. Sure, it takes time to plan and complete projects and sometimes they can be messy. So why should you bother? Often, hands on learners have a better … [Read more...] about Our Favorite Homeschool Hands On Learning Projects
Nature Study FUN for the Whole Family
With spring upon us and homeschooling beginning to wind down soon, I would begin to ponder and day-dream about summer. I loved that my daughter and I would have time to get out in nature more, and do all those fun summer things together, without the daily work of homeschooling. I started to think about nature study fun for the whole family. At the same time, I also wanted my daughter to … [Read more...] about Nature Study FUN for the Whole Family
Summer Learning with Coloring Books
I can't help it. My thoughts are already turning to summer. Our eldest is graduating from homeschool and we are celebrating and looking forward to summer fun! This year we are going to enjoy some summer learning with coloring books. As you know, homeschoolers are always learning. And, like me, I am sure that you are always on the look out for simple, frugal and fun tools for just that – learning. … [Read more...] about Summer Learning with Coloring Books
Review of Handwriting Without Tears K: Letters and Numbers For Me
We have used a couple of other handwriting programs over the years. But I've got to say that Handwriting Without Tears (HWT) is my favorite. After my experience with the twins HWT has come through for me again. We have very different five-year-old boy/girl twins. Our sweet little girl has had all sorts of fine/gross motor skills problems. So when we began HWT this year there was much fear … [Read more...] about Review of Handwriting Without Tears K: Letters and Numbers For Me
Profiles from History
Profiles from History by Ashley Wiggers provides a wonderful blend of short biographies and active learning. Long biographies might feel a bit heavy for elementary students, especially those who do not enjoy reading. But I have found Profiles from History to be the perfect fit! These books share the most important information while offering crossword puzzles, word hunts, timeline … [Read more...] about Profiles from History
History with Project Passport
World history can feel like a daunting subject to tackle with your children, but the Project Passport series from Home School in the Woods is a fabulous resource that will help you and your kids create a personalized history program that's perfect for your homeschool. This post includes affiliate links. Home School in the Woods If you haven't used the resources available from Home School … [Read more...] about History with Project Passport
Why We Love Writing With Ease – A Review
Why We Love Writing With Ease - A Review Writing With Ease - Strong Fundamentals, The Complete Writer by Susan Wise Bauer has been a welcome addition to our Homeschool Curriculum. The program was created and published in 2008 by Peace Hill Press as part of the growing resources available to parents who enjoy following the teaching ideas set forth in The Well-Trained Mind, also by Susan Wise … [Read more...] about Why We Love Writing With Ease – A Review
Explore Homeschool Astronomy
Our elementary children were ready to explore homeschool astronomy. So this year that is just what we did. We have been learning from Apologia Exploring Creation with Astronomy – another text in the Young Explorer series by author Jeannie Fulbright. You might be wondering what the difference is in this Astronomy 2nd edition. I share more about that, below... ~Don’t miss the giveaway at the … [Read more...] about Explore Homeschool Astronomy
Celebrating Homeschool Teachers
Did you know there is a whole day devoted to celebrating homeschool teachers? Yes, April 28th is Homeschool Teacher Appreciation Day – celebrating you! All this week there are special events, webinars, giveaways and more. Here are the top six reasons to join in the celebration It's a lively celebration to thank you for your hard work and dedication throughout the year Free webinars … [Read more...] about Celebrating Homeschool Teachers
Exploring Creation with Chemistry and Physics (Young Explorer Series) from Apologia
Exploring Creation with Chemistry and Physics (Young Explorer Series) from Apologia is one science curriculum that leaves us beautiful memories and impressions. I used this curriculum last year when we only homeschooled two boys. It was very hard for us to leave this curriculum actually. The children had fallen in love so much with the story, experiments, and activities. Even one of my sons still … [Read more...] about Exploring Creation with Chemistry and Physics (Young Explorer Series) from Apologia