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I remember being in my early 20s and thinking, “starting a business would be cool,” but it just seemed so far-fetched. I didn’t have any immediate role models who had done it, and the school system only taught me how to be an employee. Because of that, I didn’t take action until I was a […]
A Successful Education Includes These Three Things
What if we educated children differently? What if we focused on skills over subject matter? Not that subjects don’t matter. We teach them art, music, construction, computer coding, engineering, because these skills give them the tools to bring what’s in their imagination into physical reality. They can draw, they can compose music, they can construct […]
Holiday Homeschool Harmony: Tips for Maintaining Focus and Fun During the Holidays
With the holidays approaching, it can be hard to keep the focus on academics. Instead of fighting it, use this time to make memories and bond with your children. Remember that not all learning comes from a book or a worksheet, and often the best kind doesn’t. Check out these tips for surviving the holidays […]
Why Have Schools Abandoned Woodshop and Home Ec?
Have you ever wondered why schools got rid of woodshop? Why they got rid of home ec? Well, it was because in 1983, the “geniuses” at the department of education released this report: A Nation at Risk. The department of education was founded in 1980. Which means it only took the federal government three years […]
Tailored Learning: Special Education Resources for Homeschoolers
While the homeschool curriculum world is becoming more and more saturated, it can still be a bit tricky to find those that align with special needs. It’s always a matter of finding what works best for your family as a whole, as well as your student as an individual. This post aims to help you […]
Mastering the Lens: Videography Courses for Aspiring Filmmakers
Videography is an entrepreneurial path that has gained popularity in the last couple of decades. From the first day of school, to weddings and other important events, people want to capture and remember everything exactly how it was on special days. Many industries employ those with videography skills, as well. Here are some business path […]
Ready for Adventure: Essential Survival Skills Courses
Get ready for adventure! These hands-on courses will get you and your child outside and learning essential survival skills. Summer Survival School from The Waldock Way:The Survival Unit Study is 15 lessons in wilderness survival using the Bear Grylls Adventure book series as a base. This family-style unit includes engaging lessons, educational videos to enhance learning, […]
Recommended Reads: Books That Teach Financial Literacy
One of the ways the public schools are failing our children is in the area of financial literacy. Think back to your own education, were you taught how to save and invest your money? Do your children know how to write a check or how insurance works? These skills are important for day to day […]
Games and Courses for Mastering Financial Literacy
The lack of financial education that takes place in public school is criminal. Young people are taught that they should pursue labilities, because our liabilities are the assets of the rich banking class. So, when you take out a mortgage, you’re told the value of the house will appreciate over time. What you’re not told […]
So You’ve Got a Child Interested in Photography
So you’ve got a child interested in photography! If you’ve been with us any amount of time, you know we are huge proponents of following your children’s interests. Photography may be just a hobby to some, but don’t discount it as a potential entrepreneurial path for your child. Here are potential business paths for your […]