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Math My Kid Loves We’ve been homeschooling for just over 5 years. Over the 5 years we’ve been homeschooling, we’ve worked hard to work out oodles of kinks! In the process, we have become a fairly eclectic set of homeschoolers We’ve worked out oodles of our kinks and, in the process, learned we’re a fairly…
For our ongoing “Barnyard Treats and Reads” series, we’re sharing a creative way to can transform Nutter Butter cookies (the treats) into one of our favorite farm animals! We’re also giving you suggestions for fun and informative books (featuring the same animal as this week’s treat) to share with your children! What could go better…
Discover Science in a Natural Way with Your Children When we think of science as a subject, our thoughts often default to a dull, dry textbook and lab equipment of some sort. Would it surprise you to learn that the great scientists of the past did not learn science in this artificial manner? It’s true! Instead,…
How to Use Homeschool Bible Curriculum for All Learning Styles I have to admit I never really thought much about homeschool Bible curriculum as it relates to my children’s learning styles until I found The Word in Motion! This curriculum is meant for children from kindergarten through about 8th grade. It’s full of all kinds…
Most people view homeschooling as a time of focusing on academics. For most homeschooling families, providing our kids with a well-rounded education is important. But did you know that homeschooling also inspires creativity in kids? It does! (Or at least it can.) In this article, I’ll talk about how and why homeschooling inspires creativity, and…
This Christmas Science Experiment: Borax Crystal Ornaments article is one of our most popular holiday articles, and we understand why! It’s a way to add some hands-on fun to your holiday homeschool and, at the same time, to create holiday memories and do a science experiment! We usually share hands-on ideas for elementary ages on…
Some of us were blessed with children who love reading. Others of us have children who need more encouragement to learn to love reading. Reading is an important part of life. Whether you’re reading for information, reading for fun, or reading because it’s required for school or work, reading is part of life for most…
Most homeschooling families take some time off from studying for the holidays, but that doesn’t mean we stop reading! In winter, there’s nothing as relaxing as curling up with a soft, warm blanket and a good book. If you are looking for a way to encourage your kids to read this December, consider giving them…
A Pumpkin Pointillism Riddle How do you make a pumpkin still life using only red, yellow, and blue paint? Pumpkin Pointillism, that’s how! (Just think how impressed your children will be to solve this riddle.) It’s an art lesson in primary colors. In doing this lesson, your children will gain an understanding of the primary…
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…
Spelling Success with All About Spelling Our Personal Story Regarding Reading and Spelling We are all interested in something. Some of you may even be gifted in some areas. Maybe you can sew beautifully or cook better than your grandma. Maybe you have a green thumb. (If so, I’m jealous!) One of my kids has…
Math. Most people either love it or…well…don’t love it. 😉 But it’s a necessary subject, and it’s one most students can learn to love if you find the right curriculum. Math was my best subject in school, and it’s been very difficult teaching it to my teenage daughter since it’s a subject she doesn’t love…
