Our family has used the classical homeschooling method in various forms for over a decade. My boys grew up listening to the Story of the World and learning about great thinkers in history. They read poetry, Shakespeare, the Bible, and living history as they connected all aspects of history together in their minds and on paper timelines. One tool that we used in the early years of their … [Read more...] about Classical Copywork Review
The Way Things Work, Animated
For years we, like many homeschoolers, have enjoyed David Macaulay’s book The Way Things Work. Recently we discovered that portions of this book have been animated! The movies give you both the science and the big woolly mammoths of the book. Originally produced for the BBC, this set of 26 videos, each 13 minutes long, is aimed at grades 3-6. Even though the series won a Gold World Award for … [Read more...] about The Way Things Work, Animated
Basic Physical Science Note Pack for Middle and High School
In the Hands of a Child has done it again. Basic Physical Science Note Pack, a complete notebooking unit for older students (grades 7-12), includes everything your student needs to complete a physical science notebook. The 16-page Research Guide provides a basic but solid foundation in physical science subjects. General topics consist of: Matter, Non-Matter, Properties of Matter, and Changes … [Read more...] about Basic Physical Science Note Pack for Middle and High School
Middle School Writing – How to Write a Research Report – My Review
In our homeschool, my middle school daughter was all about story writing. She loved to read and write mysteries and adventure stories. One day, while we were studying science together, we saw that her curriculum called for a research report. My daughter was not confident in her nonfiction writing skills. So we searched the shelves of our local bookstore, the Children's Bookshop … [Read more...] about Middle School Writing – How to Write a Research Report – My Review
My Favorite Planner
You might say I'm a planner junkie. My husband says I need a planner for my planners {and he used to be telling the truth}. I had a planner for everything. One for homeschooling, one for household activities, one for my blog and one a personal one. That was until my friend, Stephanie from Where He Leads, We follow, created me the {dare I say it...} PERFECT planner. This is the ultimate … [Read more...] about My Favorite Planner
Explore U.S. Geography with Snapshots Across America
Educational games can be a homeschool mom's best friend, fitting in a lot of learning while having fun as a family. Our favorite board game for sharpening our U.S. geography skills is Snapshots Across America. What is Snapshots Across America? Designed for two-six players, ages eight and up (though my seven-year-old can play with some reading help), it provides a fun way to explore the geography … [Read more...] about Explore U.S. Geography with Snapshots Across America
Latin in the Christian Trivium
Looking for an in-depth, high school course that will provide a strong foundation in Latin grammar? Would it be even better to find one that includes historical background from a Christian perspective, too? You're in luck! I've been blessed to use Latin in the Christian Trivium, Volume I with my high school daughter this year. The course has been easy for me to teach and intriguing for my … [Read more...] about Latin in the Christian Trivium
‘All the Extras’ – Electives and Enrichment Basket Giveaway
Sometimes as homeschoolers we struggle with fitting in electives and enrichment activities and subjects – the extras. Well, in our house we call them the extras because they are the really fun part of homeschooling. The icing on the homeschool cake. The things we look forward to like art, nature study, music appreciation and more. But I feel strongly that mixing in a balance of enriching subjects … [Read more...] about ‘All the Extras’ – Electives and Enrichment Basket Giveaway
New Traceables from Grapevine Studies
I'm guessing that you have heard of Grapevine Studies. It has been reviewed here before by Kendra and Richele (although both were quite a while ago!) but what I want to talk about today is their new traceable studies. More important than (probably) anything else I have to say is that my children LOVE them. They ask to do the study every night and are very disappointed when we skip a … [Read more...] about New Traceables from Grapevine Studies
Sandra Garant’s Catholic Heritage Curricula Writing Workshops Review
Do you know what a spoonerism is? What plot might your daughter develop when she looks at a photo of a dancer about to go on stage? What dialogue does your son create between a football coach and player who scores a touchdown for the wrong team? Similar questions are explored when your children take part in four inspiring Writing Workshops authored by Sandra Garant. Provided by Catholic Heritage … [Read more...] about Sandra Garant’s Catholic Heritage Curricula Writing Workshops Review
First Holy Communion Preparation and Printables by Angie Kauffman
As Roman Catholics, First Communion is a monumental step in the faith life of a child. As parents we want to do our best to help our children understand the Sacrament of Holy Communion and prepare them for it. We want their first time receiving to be special, an experience that stays with them their whole life, upon which they can build their relationship with Jesus. Sometimes it's difficult as a … [Read more...] about First Holy Communion Preparation and Printables by Angie Kauffman
Grapevine Bible Studies “The Resurrection” Review
Don't miss the giveaway at the end! Building a Strong Foundation One of the greatest gifts we can give our children is a strong foundation in God's word. If you are looking for a bible study that gives your children the opportunity to truly make God's word personal, then Grapevine Studies - Stick Figuring Through the Bible is for you! Stick Figuring Through the Bible Grapevine Studies use … [Read more...] about Grapevine Bible Studies “The Resurrection” Review