Are you looking for a way to add a little fun to your homeschool this March? Do you want something easy to teach and hands-on? One year, in early March, my daughter was struggling with her reading program, and just needed a little time away from it for a bit. I wanted her to do something related to language and something that would be new to her, and very hands-on. You Can Learn Sign … [Read more...] about You Can Learn Sign Language: A Homeschool Curriculum Review
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Favorite Fall Books for Your Homeschool
Can you smell the pumpkin spice in the air? Are the leaves starting to change and fall? With the changing of the seasons once again here in NY we look forward to snuggling in to read some good books, as well as getting out and doing things like identify leaves. This is a collection of fall books to help you do just that! Affiliate links are used on this website. Please see our disclosure … [Read more...] about Favorite Fall Books for Your Homeschool
Let’s Homeschool High School Review
Are you considering homeschooling high school for your teen? We are doing just that! My daughter, who has always learned at home, has been homeschooling high school for over three years now. I can't believe that she is 17 already! When we began our high school journey and were full of questions, we used a variety of resources, many of which came from the Let's Homeschool High School … [Read more...] about Let’s Homeschool High School Review
The Best Homeschool Nature Study Resources (2022)
I'm super excited to share with you the Best Homeschool Nature Study resources I have come across recently! It includes resources like our sister site - Homeschool Nature Study, various unit studies, full curriculum and even great reference books! Affiliate links are used on this website. Please see our disclosure policy for more details. The Best Homeschool Nature Study Unit Studies and … [Read more...] about The Best Homeschool Nature Study Resources (2022)
Evan-Moor Science Series – All About Plants
If you have never heard of Evan-Moor I highly recommend you not only read this All About Plants Review but check all all the educational materials they have to offer. Not only does Evan-Moor offer educational materials in reading, writing, spelling, science, geography and math, but they also offer homeschool curriculum bundles that are worth checking out. All About Plants When it came … [Read more...] about Evan-Moor Science Series – All About Plants
How to Homeschool High School to College
Homeschooling high school can be an intimidating time for a homeschool parent. But homeschooling high school to college can be even more intimidating! What courses should my high schooler take? What credits would be best in prep for college acceptance? How do I track it all? What about the college application process? Fortunately, our author, Betsy Sproger has a very practical guide … [Read more...] about How to Homeschool High School to College
Celebrating Our Homeschool Graduates
Graduation is nearly upon us and like most families with seniors, homeschool families are giving thought to graduation parties and activities to honor our graduates. Here are ideas for celebrating homeschool graduates from our team of authors. Celebrating Homeschool Graduates There are many ways to celebrate graduates - whether they are graduating from a brick and mortar school or … [Read more...] about Celebrating Our Homeschool Graduates
Favorite Ways We Organize Our Homeschool Days
Looking back, organizing my homeschool was not all about having the "right" resources, art supplies and curriculum. It was really more about finding ways that I could meet my daughter's educational needs, within a loving, nurturing home. The atmosphere of our home was the most important ingredient for me. That my daughter felt loved, encouraged, and also had a routine that nurtured her, that was … [Read more...] about Favorite Ways We Organize Our Homeschool Days
Homeschooling High School with College in Mind – A Review
Homeschool High School? Yes you can! Homeschooling High School with College in Mind? Yes you can! Homeschooling high school can often seem a task too big to tackle but I'm here to tell you that not only can you do it, but you can do it well! There are tons of resources out there to help you through. Everything from planners to words of wisdom, curriculum, and classes. Where there is a will, … [Read more...] about Homeschooling High School with College in Mind – A Review
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
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
Draw Write Now
I have an artist in my home. He draws all the time. Drawing helps him communicate and express his creativity. But he is not a big fan of handwriting practice. So when I found the Draw Write Now books I had hopes that this would get him more interested in handwriting lessons. And it has, because the Draw Write Now books incorporate drawing and handwriting into each lesson. Draw Write Now is a … [Read more...] about Draw Write Now