It's time to break out those Advent Calendars and count down to Christmas. But instead of chocolates, why not count down with a charming story? Charlie and Noel: An Advent Calendar Story by Franziska Macur is a personal and inviting approach to preparing our hearts for the Christmas season. One objective the Lord has placed on my heart this season is to have a simple Christmas. I don't want the … [Read more...] about Charlie and Noel: An Advent Calendar Story
The Children’s Illustrated Bible :: Review
I am not usually a big fan of children's Bibles, we prefer to read straight from the scriptures in our home. However, this particular Children's Bible has some great features and is great to read or look at alongside your reading from the Scriptures. All the favorite Bible stories are in this book. The text well written, easy for children to understand without sliding into inanity - which can … [Read more...] about The Children’s Illustrated Bible :: Review
Color-By-Number Worksheets from Mama’s Learning Corner – Review
My kindergartener did not really like to color until the last couple of weeks. He does love to paint and he enjoys art time. But simple coloring did not appeal to him. What happened to make such a big change for my five-year-old son? ~ This review contains affiliate links because we love this homeschool resource! All opinions are our own and the children continue to want to start our homeschool … [Read more...] about Color-By-Number Worksheets from Mama’s Learning Corner – Review
Learning Latin With Song School Latin 2
How I wish we had started learning Latin with Classical Academic Press materials three years ago! When we started homeschooling I had grand plans of teaching my children Latin, but after a lackluster attempt at Latin roots I put my idea on the back burner. Both my children continued asking to please learn a foreign language. Research continued to lead me to Latin and the materials available … [Read more...] about Learning Latin With Song School Latin 2
K’Nex Education – Introduction to Structures: Bridges
Please note that this review includes affiliate links because we really love this product and highly recommend it to you. During high school, one of my sons showed interest in learning more about architecture. This interest-driven subject included all kinds of learning, including building with K'NEX Education - Intro to Structures: Bridges. We were more of a LEGO building family but when we … [Read more...] about K’Nex Education – Introduction to Structures: Bridges
The Official SAT Question of the Day
If your teen is planning to take the SAT, it’s a good idea to practice. You can spend huge amounts of money on SAT prep classes, or you can buy a practice book as we did. However, the valuable first step we take is free: in grade 11 we start doing The Official SAT Question of the Day. We used to get these questions by email, but these days one can use a free mobile app or Twitter as well as … [Read more...] about The Official SAT Question of the Day
Home Field Advantage by Skyla King-Christison
Over the years trial and error got me where I needed to be for applying methods in order to be the most effective teacher for my learner. But oh how I wish I had had Home Field Advantage just given to me from the beginning! I have homeschooled for over 12 years. I first started with no experience or understanding of homeschooling. We began the way most homeschooling parents begin, with a love … [Read more...] about Home Field Advantage by Skyla King-Christison
A Review of Nitty-Gritty Grammar
While coming up with a language arts plan for my eleven-year-old daughter I searched for a grammar reference book. I didn't want a big volume too intimidating and heavy to carry around and use. While perusing Rebecca Rupp's Home Learning Year by Year I saw she recommended Nitty Gritty Grammar. I contacted Ten Speed Press and they were happy to send me a copy to review. Our Grammar … [Read more...] about A Review of Nitty-Gritty Grammar
Teach Your Child to Read in 20 Easy Lessons with The Reading Lesson
I have a three-year-old little girl and just before she turned three we started using The Reading Lesson. I had been teaching her the names of the letters and she was beginning to learn some of the sounds that they make, so I thought it would be a great time to start learning to read! When I taught my son to read, I essentially created my own curriculum and found little readers to go along with … [Read more...] about Teach Your Child to Read in 20 Easy Lessons with The Reading Lesson
Grammar Time Jingles: A Review
You know you have a winner when your daughter hears the first few notes of the music and says "Yes! It's the grammar CD!" I was looking for a fun and easy way for my children to learn the parts of speech. We are not a grammar heavy homeschool, particularly in the younger grades. I wanted a gentle introduction, not a workbook style introduction. Mr. Walker Presents Grammar Time is just what I … [Read more...] about Grammar Time Jingles: A Review
Picture Smart Bible Curriculum
What a SMART Way to PICTURE the Entire Bible! Do you have a visual learner? How about an artist? How about a linguistic learner? Kinesthetic, maybe? One who likes to make ordered lists in his or her mind? Well, parents of all kinds of learners are in luck! The Picture Smart Bible curriculum meets so many learning styles and works for all ages - even adults. What is the Picture Smart … [Read more...] about Picture Smart Bible Curriculum
Review: Science In the Beginning by Dr. Jay L. Wile
Science is one subject that I was NOT excited to teach. It was not my strong subject in school and the thought of trying to do experiments at home (much less getting them to actually work!) had me very nervous. Knowing that this was the case, I began desperately searching for a science curriculum or resource that would be appropriate for a young elementary student and, if at all possible, written … [Read more...] about Review: Science In the Beginning by Dr. Jay L. Wile