Do you have an elementary-aged kiddo in your house? I loved homeschooling science with my elementary aged child. At our house, we considered the elementary years as a time of exploration. Children are so eager to learn new things at that age and my child was very interested in science. She also loved hands-on learning and I also wanted to follow her interests in our homeschool. Today I will … [Read more...] about Elementary Earth Science – Hands On!
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Homeschool History Curriculum
If you’re like most people, the thought of history classes produces images of dry textbooks and long, boring lectures. When I first began homeschooling, I was so pleased to discover the many fabulous history programs that were available - and as far from dry and boring as you can get. The hardest part is choosing just one! We share with you today many of our favorite recommendations for homeschool … [Read more...] about Homeschool History Curriculum
The Big Book of Homeschool Ideas #2 – My Review
This post contains affiliate links for a resource we love. Please see our disclosure policy. What do you do when you have a difficult homeschooling question on your mind? Sometimes there is a homeschool family nearby, to reach out to. Or on other occasions, a friend at Co-op might have the answer. Or maybe a favorite blogger could serve as a resource and help you to seek out what you are … [Read more...] about The Big Book of Homeschool Ideas #2 – My Review
Childhood of Famous Americans Series
Childhood of Famous Americans Series We love reading Historical Fiction in our home. I recently shared some great books here at The Curriculum Choice to read aloud with your children in my last post about the World War II years. We tend to cycle through history mostly in order beginning with the Ancients and going through to Modern times, but my youngest has gotten a bit bored with the Greeks … [Read more...] about Childhood of Famous Americans Series
Character Education Coloring Books – Donnie Learns – My Review
Are you looking for a creative way to teach character education to your kids? Have you ever seen it done through a coloring book approach? Last month I found just that, a delightful character education series of coloring books called Donnie Learns. This unique series of seven books is made up of inspiring stories that are paired with coloring activities. The activities teach important … [Read more...] about Character Education Coloring Books – Donnie Learns – My Review
Choosing Homeschool Math Curriculum
The idea of homeschooling math can instill fear in even the most seasoned homeschooler. Many of us may not have been strong in math during our schooling years, or just aren't sure we can teach it to someone else. The good news is that there are homeschool math curriculum options out there to suit a variety of needs! With options such as hands-on, textbook, and video options, there is something for … [Read more...] about Choosing Homeschool Math Curriculum
Hands-on Gifts for the Holidays
It's December, and I am still working on my holiday gift list. Are you too? Below are some of my favorites for hands-on gifts for the holidays. Each of these are not only educational but also inspire creativity. I hope that you enjoy browsing this list of books. Just click on the title of the book and that will lead you to each review and information for purchasing as well. ---My daughter … [Read more...] about Hands-on Gifts for the Holidays
One Year Adventure Novel – A High School Elective – My Review
Note - This post may included affiliate links to products that we love and have used or would use in our own homeschool. Please see my disclosure policy. Are you looking for a fun high school elective for your homeschooled teen? And something that would encourage them to love writing? One Year Adventure Novel is a high school fiction writing curriculum through which the kids write an entire … [Read more...] about One Year Adventure Novel – A High School Elective – My Review
Frugal Homeschool Curriculum
It’s the time of year we are all looking for frugal homeschool curriculum. Especially frugal homeschool curriculum – on sale! We have many of those resources for you today! Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday specials for you browse, below... Remember, we are here to help make your homeschool decisions easy! Many of these resources have been reviewed here at The … [Read more...] about Frugal Homeschool Curriculum
Early Reading Fun with Ms. Ronda’s Alphabet Series – My Review
Do you have a little one in your house? Are you looking for a way to introduce early reading skills? One day, when I was over on Amazon, I found a delightful resource for introducing early reading. It is called "Meet Alex the Ape: The Apple Fiasco". Alpha, the main character, guides the child through this story, while "teaching" lots of great concepts at the same time. I shared this … [Read more...] about Early Reading Fun with Ms. Ronda’s Alphabet Series – My Review
Indoor Play Activities that Help with Handwriting – My Review
With fall approaching us, are you, by any chance, looking for some fun indoor activities for your kids, when it is too cold to play outside? Play Pack has some wonderful and simple ideas for indoor play, and each of these will also help your kids with their gross motor development. In fact, they offer many activities that can actually help with your child's handwriting! Success in … [Read more...] about Indoor Play Activities that Help with Handwriting – My Review
BookShark History With Readers 7
Last year my eldest used BookShark History 6 with Readers and really enjoyed it. This year he picked right back up where he left off using BookShark History 7 with Readers, and he didn’t enjoy it. Nope, he absolutely loved it. He’s raved so much about the books, the fun and the learning, I think he’s going to be totally bummed when he finishes it off next week. History 7 picks up where History 6 … [Read more...] about BookShark History With Readers 7