As a Charlotte Mason homeschooler, I've used and loved Primary Language Lessons and Intermediate Language Lessons by Emma Serl for years and years. The goals of the books are to create students who are confident and capable to speak and write the English language. As my third child grows toward being ready for these, I was pleasantly surprised to find that workbook editions are now … [Read more...] about Primary and Intermediate Language Lessons: Workbooks
Mama’s Learning Corner Worksheet Packet Review
Attention all homeschooling moms of students in Pre-K through second grades...I want to tell you about the BEST $9.00 you will spend on your homeschooling curriculum! Lauren, from Mama's Learning Corner has created over 200 worksheets, printables and games in one convenient download. No more spending hours scouring the internet searching for supplemental activities. This … [Read more...] about Mama’s Learning Corner Worksheet Packet Review
Help for The Bad Homeschool Days from Curriculum Choice Authors
It's been one of those days, huh? The days where you want to pack it all up and say "Enough, that's it. I quit!" Yes, sweet friends I've been there. We've all been there, but tomorrow is a new day. While I would love to tell you that this is the last homeschooling day you'll have, the truth is, it isn't. Bad days will continue to come. That's a fact, but the good thing is you're not … [Read more...] about Help for The Bad Homeschool Days from Curriculum Choice Authors
ShapelyGirl Fitness Review
Are you a ShapleyGirl? Need a little motivation to get moving? Tired of all the work-out videos full of skinny women in very little clothing? ME TOO! Enter: ShapleyGirl Fitness by Debra Mazda. AWESOME! It consists of work-out videos that have shapley girls wearing actual clothing we might find ourselves wearing. What a concept, right? It is wonderful to know that Debra knows what those of us … [Read more...] about ShapelyGirl Fitness Review
Real Science 4 Kids {Chemistry Level 1}
We are studying chemistry as a family this year and I've been able to use Real Science 4 Kids Chemistry Level I as part of the adventure. I've enjoyed using it for several reasons: It's well organized into 10 topics which are designed to teach over a week. The chemistry is not watered down. The program uses real chemistry terms and teaches concepts in a way 4th-6th graders can … [Read more...] about Real Science 4 Kids {Chemistry Level 1}
Sprout Labs Apps Review – Water Cycle HD and Recycle HD
This month, we have two new apps by Sprout Labs. Recycle HD Travel into the world of recycling. Recycle HD covers the 3R's; Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Why should we buy in bulk? What are the plastic identification codes, and why are they important? These and other questions are answered by Recycle HD. The app's opening screen presents the 3R's (pictured … [Read more...] about Sprout Labs Apps Review – Water Cycle HD and Recycle HD
Apologia What We Believe Series :: Who Am I? (Book 2)
Apologia is well known among homeschoolers for their science curriculum elementary through high school. Our family was recently introduced to another branch of what they offer - the What We Believe series. Four books focused on worldview training for ages 6-14, these were created to equip kids to understand truth and to tackle the various messages of our culture today. Apologia's series … [Read more...] about Apologia What We Believe Series :: Who Am I? (Book 2)
Introduce the A,B,C’s with The Big Book of Alpha Tales – My Review
Are you looking for a fun way to introduce the alphabet to your younger ones? Or do your children need something special to do while you work with their siblings? Scholastic offers a hands-on alphabet program called The Big Book of Alpha Tales. It includes an entertaining story for each letter of the alphabet. My daughter loved the stories. We read them over and over each week. Meanwhile she was … [Read more...] about Introduce the A,B,C’s with The Big Book of Alpha Tales – My Review
Kidzmet Personality Profile Review
"Learning isn't just about WHAT our kids know, but HOW they learn." Have you ever felt like you weren't "getting through" to your student? Wondered why they were able to recall certain lessons more than others? Do you ever wish that there was a more effective way to teach? A way that really spoke to your student? Wish no more! Kidzmet is a tool that is all about helping parents and … [Read more...] about Kidzmet Personality Profile Review
Seterra – Learn World Geography While Having Fun!
Oh my! I just love this downloadable map quiz game! My girls have been using this program for a few years now and they still have fun when it's time to learn their world geography! No moaning or dragging of heels in this area of learning. In our home, I have the girls each spend 10 minutes, three times a week on this game. I usually focus on whatever continent we are looking at in history … [Read more...] about Seterra – Learn World Geography While Having Fun!
Artistic Adventures by Unit Studies
Don't miss the opportunity for two giveaways at the end! Our wonderful sponsor, Unit Studies by Amanda Bennett, is hosting a week of Artistic Adventures. What does that mean? Amanda explains... "It’s that time of year—the holidays are over, the novelty of snow is gone, and cabin fever is setting in. It’s obvious the children need an outlet, but what can you do? Now is the perfect time to … [Read more...] about Artistic Adventures by Unit Studies
Math On DVD Pre-Calculus by Steven Gottlieb
There’s always a lot to learning math. New ideas. Funny symbols. Last year’s concepts, almost forgotten, but suddenly important again. And, above all, radically new ways of thinking, especially for high school math. Because it takes many exposures to these new ideas to really understand them, your teens will benefit from supplementary math resources no matter how good your curriculum is. The … [Read more...] about Math On DVD Pre-Calculus by Steven Gottlieb