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One of the benefits of homeschooling high school (or homeschooling in general) for that matter, is the freedom to choose what and how your children will learn something. One of the ways to teach a subject is through a given curriculum. Through our years of homeschooling, I have come across many homeschool high school history…
Our 50 States Review – US Geography by Notgrass. What is the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word geography or US geography? For me personally, the phrase US geography takes me back to the third grade in public school, watching Mrs. R at the front of the classroom in front…
As a homeschool mom, I love it when I can find fun resources that can be used by my children independently and with parental involvement. Our recent experience with the World’s Most Fascinating Rock Collection was just that! My kids were obsessed with it, but I loved most that the recommended activities take various amounts…
The Mother Lode of Father’s Day Ideas Ask a random stranger in early May about plans for Mother’s Day, and he or she can likely give you a full itinerary for the day, including church with Mom, lunch with Mom, flowers for Mom, and gifts for Mom. Ask the same random stranger in mid-June about…
Companion Planting: 10 Herbs That Repel Garden Pests Are you planting a garden with your children this summer? If so, you’ll enjoy learning about 10 herbs that repel garden pests! I’ve homeschooled for many years, and I’ve seen for myself that children usually learn more and enjoy their studies much more when they do hands-on,…
Are you looking for some fun and educational St. Patrick’s Day activities? This Irish holiday honors the official patron saint of Ireland. However, the fun traditions of St. Patrick’s Day aren’t limited to Ireland. In fact, St. Patrick’s Day traditions have caught on all over the world! St. Patrick’s Day is now proudly celebrated in…
Big List of 30-day Challenges to Do with Your Kids Have you ever done a 30-day challenge? You can do a lot in 30 days! You can change an attitude, develop a new habit, kick an old habit, start down the path to getting healthier, and so much more! I personally enjoy doing 30-day challenges…
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…
Did you know that September is Fall Hat Month? In the South, September is still summer. By this time of year, though, I am ready to embrace fall and all of the beautiful and fun fall hats. Use these ideas to celebrate fall hat month in your homeschool this year! Easy Ways to Celebrate…
Whether you’re a new or experienced homeschooler, in Trish’s interview with Jeannie Fulbright you’ll find tons of helpful information to increase the joy and wonder of learning science and history at home. Jeannie is author of Apologia’s popular Exploring Creation Series, creator of a new science unit study series for preschoolers called Mason Jar Moments,…
It never takes long for summer boredom to set in. Most years it seems we barely close the books for the school year, and I’m already hearing things like, “I’m so bored,” and, “There’s nothing to do!” If I turn off the videos and say no to the gaming, it’s even worse! Sometimes I want…
Fall is the perfect time to get inspired by nature and do some crafting with your kids! Personally, I love a craft that I can do without having to go buy a bunch of supplies. I think most homeschool moms can also appreciate crafts that they can do easily with several kids or with a…
