A decision to homeschool your children is not something easy to make for most parents in the world. Homeschooling families are still minorities compared to the families with children who go to school. Therefore, there are a lot of challenges met by most homeschooling families. Here are some of the challenges for homeschooling parents: Not every family is surrounded by people who support the … [Read more...] about Our Favorite Resources for Homeschool Encouragement
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Journey Through the Night by Anne de Vries
When I started to read Journey Through the Night to my youngest daughters, they expected to be bored. However, by the third paragraph one of them jumped up. “What! John does judo?” The other one was interested by the next page. As the story moved on, they begged for chapter after chapter. Once, when I could not read aloud any longer, I stayed behind in the lawn chair and, forgetting all my … [Read more...] about Journey Through the Night by Anne de Vries
Children’s Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum
When we first started homeschooling I turned to the lovely book The Top 100 Homeschool Picks. Through the information inside, the self quiz and the results of that we were quickly and easily led to the Five In A Row Curriculum. We used that curriculum for five beautiful years. Then suddenly we were in need of new curriculum. Our eldest had reached a point where a new curriculum was needed to … [Read more...] about Children’s Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum
Learning Challenges and Special Needs Homeschooling
Don't miss the giveaway at the end of this post. As homeschoolers, we already know how to adapt our approaches to meet our children’s individual needs. That is why homeschooling is so ideally suited for children with special needs. At BJ's Homeschool, one of the reasons that we chose to homeschool was that our daughter had some learning issues related to ADHD. Homeschooling allowed us to find … [Read more...] about Learning Challenges and Special Needs Homeschooling
Homeschool Bible Studies
The most important subject we will cover in our homeschools is the Bible. Not that the Bible is simply a book to study, because it isn't, it is a relationship to uncover. Through it God has made himself known and we have the privilege of making Him known to those small people he has entrusted to us. Of all the things we teach the one thing we are guaranteed will not to return void is the word of … [Read more...] about Homeschool Bible Studies
Back to Homeschool Curriculum Choices
Here at The Curriculum Choice, our passion is making homeschool decisions easy. And right here at the height of back to school time, we have a basket brimming with homeschool curriculum choices just for YOU! Today our authors are sharing with you some of their favorite curriculum choices. And we are giving away this awesome basket to one blessed Curriculum Choice reader! It is $477.34 worth of … [Read more...] about Back to Homeschool Curriculum Choices
Mysteries of Time and Creation
Cheri Fields of Creation Science 4 Kids is passionate about showing kids that Creation is a valid scientific view point. She has just published an ebook, Mysteries of Time and Creation: A Short Intro to Young Earth Creation, that can help parents teach this to their children. Written for middle schoolers, this short ebook sums up little known ideas about the age of the earth and evolution. You … [Read more...] about Mysteries of Time and Creation
Our Homeschool Curriculum Choices
It’s that time of year when we, as homeschoolers, begin to think about our curriculum choices for the next school year. You are likely getting catalogs daily from curriculum companies, browsing the web, reading reviews, and making a shopping list. Choosing curriculum can be a lot of fun, but it can also be overwhelming. The writers here at The Curriculum Choice would like to help ease that … [Read more...] about Our Homeschool Curriculum Choices
Feeding the Homeschool Family
Math (check!), spelling (check!) You and the children have managed to fit in most of the subjects. You've even folded the mound of laundry! But what about feeding the homeschool family? Now it's time for lunch... or dinner! Hey, it's even a challenge to offer up healthy breakfasts. So, while our focus here at The Curriculum Choice is usually all academic, we know we all need fresh ideas and … [Read more...] about Feeding the Homeschool Family
Homeschool Day in the Life
"What does your typical homeschool day look like?" That is one question I have always found difficult to answer because every day is usually just a little different than the one before! One of the benefits of homeschooling is the flexibility it offers. Homeschool families can select curriculum, resources, and routines that work best for their unique situation. Regardless of whether … [Read more...] about Homeschool Day in the Life
Homeschool Reviews for Nature Study, Science and Technology
Choosing a science curriculum is a big decision when you homeschool your children. Each family has its personal interests and preferred methods of offering science from year to year. Are you looking for your curriculum for science and nature study? Looking to add in some formal technology training too? This post is full of ideas and practical suggestions for making your science, nature study, and … [Read more...] about Homeschool Reviews for Nature Study, Science and Technology
Homeschool Math Curriculum Reviews
Whether you are just starting out or it's time for a change, the authors here at Curriculum Choice have much to share with you! Read below for an abundance of information on math resources and programs. Our Math Curriculum Reviews Below are some of the many math reviews our Curriculum Choice authors have written. You’ll be amazed at all the resources available to you and your … [Read more...] about Homeschool Math Curriculum Reviews