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I try hard not to be the oversensitive homeschooling mom. Really. People are naturally skeptical of what is unfamiliar to them and a few dubious questions about homeschooling are usually no cause for alarm. Then again, when I feel like I am being interrogated, that whether or not I am qualified to teach my kids is…
Review of Apologia’s Online General Science Class for Middle School Our son began his 8th grade year as a homeschooler this past fall. He has been homeschooled from the start, and we’ve always chosen his curriculum using an eclectic approach, mostly with the intent of catering to his strengths while moving his weaknesses forward at…
I remember one hot summer day when I was probably about 6 or 7 years old. My twin sister, mom, and I had gone to an ice cream shop. (Something we rarely did, so that made it extra special!) We were all eating our ice cream cones when I accidentally licked my ice cream right…
Do you have little ones who like to stay busy? Most preschoolers like to play, explore, create, and stay on the move! If you have little ones at home, you’ll enjoy this list of printables, activities, websites, and ideas for keeping them busy doing something fun and educational. Something that’s important to keep in…
Language arts is one of those subjects that our students will use every single day of their lives! We all need to know how to write a clear sentence, speak well, and use and understand basic English. But teaching (or learning) language arts doesn’t have to be tedious and boring! Below is our Ultimate Homeschool…
Social distancing. Self-quarantine. Closures. Work from home. School at home. Coronavirus. COVID-19. I don’t have to tell you that these are the buzz words of the world right now. And I know it can be scary. For many of us, fear and anxiety don’t just stem from the threat of illness, but from the impact…
Mastery vs. Spiral Learning A frequently asked question from prospective home educators is, “What is the difference between mastery and spiral learning?” To break down the mystery, here are a few important facts about each approach to better determine what’s best for your homeschool family. Mastery Learning Mastery learning is what most people are familiar…
If you homeschool (which I’m guessing you do) chances are that you’ve encountered some of the false stereotypes people tend to hang on to about homeschooling, and homeschoolers, as a whole. It can be so frustrating when you’re going along, feeling happy and successful in your homeschooling journey, only to be met with one of…
Sometimes, when things get stressful (or just a little mundane) we can begin to question our reason for choosing to homeschool our kids. However, when we stop to remember why we got started in the first place, it’s amazing how often we can see the fruit of our labors come together in interesting, and truly …
Being a stay at home mom can be stressful. When home and family is your job, it’s a 24/7 gig. This can mean that you never really get a moment to shut down, decompress and reset. Over time, this can definitely take a toll on your physical and mental health. Taking time to reduce your…
When winter’s here and the holiday season is upon us, it’s always festive to cuddle inside by the glow of a fire in the hearth, or the lights of your Christmas tree, and read a story together. While there are a plethora of seasonal classics to choose from, one of my personal favorite stories to…
Are you looking for a fun art project for kids of multiple ages? Scribble art monsters might be just what you’re looking for! This art project is great for multiple ages because it is based on something simple–scribbling! Once the scribbles are done, each child can decorate his or her scribble according to his or…
