FREE Record Keeping Download
With the new school year approaching, it’s time to focus on record-keeping. Each state in the US (and province in Canada) has their own regulations for operating a homeschool. Before filing your notice of intent, check out the HSLDA website, and make sure you understand all the laws for homeschooling in your state. Some states […]
Three Resources for Your Aspiring Chef
Most homeschool parents have a goal of teaching life skills. Arguably, one of the most important life skills is cooking. Cooking is an activity most children really enjoy and it’s the perfect way to sneak in some math practice, as well! Here are a few great resources we’ve found for your little chef. Kids Cooking […]
Designing Dreams: Resources for Learning Interior Design
Does your homeschooler have dreams of pursuing interior design? We are always looking for lesser known subjects and niches for our readers. Here are some resources for your child to get started on her business: New York School of Interior Design Brigham Young University Independent Study In the Hands of a Child: Elements of Interior […]
Mastering Language Arts
Sometimes we find our children need a little extra help, and that’s ok! Fortunately we live in a time when homeschooling is booming and we have a plethora of resources at our fingertips. Language Arts consists of grammar, writing, punctuation, spelling, etc. Since it encompasses so many things, it isn’t uncommon for children to have […]
How to Teach Your Child a Foreign Language
So you want your homeschooler to be able to learn a foreign language but don’t speak one yourself? The beauty of homeschooling is that you have the ability to learn right alongside your child. By modeling this behavior of bettering yourself, you are setting your child up for a lifetime of learning. Checkout these great […]
American Sign Language Resources
Many homeschool families consider adding a foreign language study to their child’s assignments, but here is one they might have overlooked: sign language. Sign language is an enjoyable thing to learn for many students, and something that can come in handy. The National Association of the Deaf outlines some great resources for learning ASL. It […]
Math Made Easy: Resources for Math Mastery
If you asked almost any Elementary-aged child what their least favorite subject was, many would probably say, “Math!” However, we as parents know how important Math really is because we use it every day. Here are a few resources to help children get that extra math practice in and maybe have a little fun while […]
Games That Make Math Fun
We’ve talked about Gameschooling and how this method is on the rise. Families are finding that when children are having fun, they are more willing and more apt to learn. Here are a few games that help reinforce math skills for elementary students: Sum Swamp Clumsy Thief Frog Balance Money Bags- Coin Value Fraction War […]
Things Your Child is Missing Out on Because You Homeschool
It’s true, there are some things your child is going to miss out on because you chose to homeschool them. Here are a few things we thought of. Homeschooled children miss out on the bullying from other students (and even teachers) The fluorescent lighting. Sitting at one of those uncomfortable desks for 8 hours. Riding […]
FREE Downloadable Homeschool Curriculums
Every homeschool family needs a good printer, and here are some curriculums that will put it to good use. Printing at home gives you the flexibility to use what you want and save money. These are FREE curriculums, teacher guides, and individual lessons: Plain and Not So Plain Lamp and Light Living The Good and […]