Homeschoolers are always looking for ways to save money. That includes saving money by seeking out scholarships. Another way to save money is for your student to earn college credits with AP test prep. The results of AP exams will be used by colleges and universities to determine if they will grant your student college credit or allow your student to skip the equivalent course. AP Test Prep helps … [Read more...] about Earn College Credits with AP Test Prep
Etiquette Masters By The Etiquette Factory – A Review
Manners are some of those important life skills we need to teach our children. As you know, it's not a once and done lesson, it's an ongoing process. As our kids grow, it's important to continually build their "manners library," so they can feel confident in all of the new situations they'll encounter. The Etiquette Factory has created an excellent curriculum for families who want … [Read more...] about Etiquette Masters By The Etiquette Factory – A Review
Learning Multiplication Through Music – A Multiplication Unplugged Review
I want to share a product with you that I found and fell in love with long before I started homeschooling (or at least very early on with my first child). Learning math facts can be quite the chore for kids and parents alike. As parents we struggle and debate over how to teach them. Do we push memorization? Do we push learning as a more natural extension? Maybe we should find hands on ways to … [Read more...] about Learning Multiplication Through Music – A Multiplication Unplugged Review
Learning Grammar with English Rod and Staff 6
Learning grammar can be done along with the process of reading and writing naturally. However, to consolidate the practical knowledge, learners need to learn and practice the use of grammatical knowledge in routines. Well, we are not native English speakers, but we want to learn English like those who have English as the first language. It was a difficult consideration, but we finally decided … [Read more...] about Learning Grammar with English Rod and Staff 6
A.C.E Curriculum Review Revisited
In 2013 I reviewed the Accelerated Christian Education (A.C.E) curriculum for The Curriculum Choice. Three years on I am still getting comments and questions in my inbox on that review. I had shared a general overview, pros and cons, as well as personal thoughts and an important note addressing some really negative reviews that I had come across in the period of time that I was looking into the … [Read more...] about A.C.E Curriculum Review Revisited
World History Homeschool Fun
We love Dover Publications for our homeschool. Their resources are the extra layer of fun that complement a variety of learning with all our ages. I've shared much about Dover before but today I focus on world history homeschool fun. Stickers, puzzles, spot the differences, coloring books, activity books, step-by-step models and more – there really is so much to choose from. ~Don’t miss the … [Read more...] about World History Homeschool Fun
A Look at Rod & Staff English
While I love a fun, colorful program as much as the next homeschool mom, sometimes I want something straightforward and comprehensive - especially when it comes to something like grammar. That's why I chose the Rod & Staff English series for my daughter. It may not be colorful and flashy but it's thorough and easy for this busy homeschool mom. Rod & Staff English Rod & Staff … [Read more...] about A Look at Rod & Staff English
ACT Test Prep for Homeschool
Last spring I shared with you the ACT Test Prep resources my rising senior used. She took the ACT last June, made the score she hoped for and was accepted to the college at the top of her list! Now that my son is a rising senior, we are using the same resources. I now am on the 'other' side of homeschooling high school. I have a graduating senior, a rising senior and a rising freshman! Our … [Read more...] about ACT Test Prep for Homeschool
Our Favorite Homeschool Nature Study Resources
Nature journaling and exploration are great activities for families and children. It is thereby not surprising that nature study is a popular component of many homeschools. Simply put, it is the study of nature via simple, truthful observations which over time cultivate one's understanding and appreciation for the world around them. Nature study helps the student to see science face to face, to … [Read more...] about Our Favorite Homeschool Nature Study Resources
Middle School STEM Activity Books – Rocks, Minerals, & Fossils – My Review
Are you looking for a fun way to teach science to your middle schoolers? Do you want something that is clearly written and also hands-on? When my daughter was in 5th grade, she wanted to learn all about rocks and geology. So, to add to our nature explorations, we went to our local teacher's store looking for Middle School STEM Activity Books and found a resource called Rocks, Minerals, and … [Read more...] about Middle School STEM Activity Books – Rocks, Minerals, & Fossils – My Review
Smarter Every Day
If you like science, you will love Smarter Every Day! My boys and I found the Smarter Every Day YouTube channel about a year ago, and we cannot get enough of it. In the words of its creator, Destin, “I explore the world using science. That’s pretty much all there is to it.” You will find short, engaging videos about everything science and I love that Destin also includes additional links to … [Read more...] about Smarter Every Day
Electronics Experiment Kits for Your Budding Scientist
My boys tend to go through stretches of intense study on one subject. Trains, cars, nature, science, history, technology and more. They immerse themselves in a subject and learn all they can. One subject they continue to revisit is electronics. My boys especially enjoy electronic experiments. Their favorite is the series of electronics experiment kits from Elenco called Snap … [Read more...] about Electronics Experiment Kits for Your Budding Scientist