7 Ways Grandparents Can Help Homeschool
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7 Ways Grandparents Can Help Homeschool

Last week I had an enlightening conversation with an extended family member about her homeschooling endeavors…..not with her children, but with her grandchildren. Our talk got me thinking about how “hip homeschool grandparents” might be a rising trend in the homeschool lifestyle. For one thing, today’s grandparents often seem more youthful, and are more active,…

How to Make Corn Husk Dolls (with Free Printable Instructions)
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How to Make Corn Husk Dolls (with Free Printable Instructions)

Corn husk dolls are one of the earliest known play items in the Americas. Native American children played with them long before the first pilgrims arrived to these shores. When early American colonists settled here, the Native Americans helped them survive by introducing them to corn and its many uses.  Among these uses, colonial children…

Simple Steps for Conducting a Science Experiment on Any Topic
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Simple Steps for Conducting a Science Experiment on Any Topic

Science experiments can be so much fun, and they truly do teach our students so much! Most young children (and, to be honest, even most older students) learn best when doing hands-on activities. But when it comes to science, many parents just don’t feel very knowledgeable. That’s why I’m sharing these simple steps for conducting…

Easy Fall Unit Studies for Homeschoolers
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Easy Fall Unit Studies for Homeschoolers

Now that fall is here, celebrate by going outside to enjoy the weather and by making hot apple cider! Here are some ways to celebrate in your homeschool, too, with these easy fall unit study ideas! I love to celebrate our constantly changing world by creating unit studies surrounding the current season. This has the…