What if there was a fun way to learn "big" vocabulary words? One of my 8th grader's favorite subjects is actually vocabulary. She is an avid reader and has an extensive vocabulary as a result. She's always on the hunt for new "big" words to use in sentences to impress people. This year, we are ... Read More about Vocabulary Word Study for Visual Learners
3 Ways to Get Kids Excited About Writing
Emma loves to write. She always has. I haven’t always done so well fostering her love for writing, though. For years, her daily schedule was so full that she didn't have much time to just ‘free write.’ Some of that was due to my over-planning, and some of that was due to outside ... Read More about 3 Ways to Get Kids Excited About Writing
25 Easy Ways to Incorporate Writing in All Subjects
Do your kids enjoy writing? Or is a writing assignment less fun than a root canal in your home? I have one who loves to write and two that don't. For one, writing is a treat. For the others, writing has always been a chore. Last year, I started using WriteShop I with my daughter. ... Read More about 25 Easy Ways to Incorporate Writing in All Subjects
How to Help Your Teen Choose a Career Path
Teenagers have a lot of decisions to make as they get older. One of these decisions is what they will study in college. This can be a difficult decision to make since there are so many options out there. As my middle son heads off to college next week, I'm discovering how important it is to ... Read More about How to Help Your Teen Choose a Career Path
4 Steps for Creating Your Homeschool Schedule
Guess what! You DO NOT have to be a morning person to be a successful homeschooler! I know someone just breathed a sigh of relief! There is no rule that says school must start at 8:30AM and wrap up by 3:00PM. Unless you want it to, that is. One of the beauties of homeschooling is ... Read More about 4 Steps for Creating Your Homeschool Schedule
I’ve Got An Independent Learner. Now What?
I have worked hard over the past fifteen years to create independent learners in my homeschool. I’ve spent the better part of the past few years giving my daughter more independence and less direction. Here we are at the beginning of 8th grade, and I find myself wondering what to do ... Read More about I’ve Got An Independent Learner. Now What?
Should You Worry About Gaps in Your Homeschool?
Homeschooling is a daunting task. Homeschool parents are solely responsible for their children's education. That's a heavy burden to carry. It's even more daunting when you consider teaching beyond your knowledge base. Let's face it... there are many subjects that we don't feel qualified to ... Read More about Should You Worry About Gaps in Your Homeschool?
3 Tips for Homeschooling the Hard Stuff
Homeschool moms, new and experienced, have many questions and concerns throughout their homeschool journey. One I hear over and over again (and one I had myself when I started out) is whether or not we're capable of teaching our kids everything they need to know. How high can I take my kids in ... Read More about 3 Tips for Homeschooling the Hard Stuff
How to Homeschool On a Budget
I've heard many prospective homeschool parents discuss the cost of homeschooling. The reality is that homeschooling can be quite costly when you think about purchasing all of the books, supplies, and manipulatives needed for an entire year. That doesn't include field trips or co-op. Multiply that by ... Read More about How to Homeschool On a Budget
Mixed By Me Thinking Putty for Focus and Stress Relief
Do you have a kid who fidgets? Does your child focus better when they're moving? I'm always on the lookout for things Emma can do with her hands while I read-aloud during our homeschool day. She begs for me to read-aloud, but she is a wiggle worm! She fidgets and tends to focus ... Read More about Mixed By Me Thinking Putty for Focus and Stress Relief