How do Homeschoolers Measure up Against Their Peers?
People wanted to know how homeschoolers perform when compared to their public schooled peers. So in 2009, they did a study. The results were shocking! Homeschooled students out-performed public schooled students in everything: math, science, English, history, and it wasn’t even close. They also performed better on the SAT, the ACT. Factors like demographics and […]
Drum Roll Please…
Somebody give us a drum roll, because we’ve got some HUGE announcements to make! We are thrilled to announce that Cubs to Bears books are now available off of Amazon. We have worked behind-the-scenes to become our own publishing company for over a year now and on Friday June 7, 2024, that became a reality. […]
FREE Download to Teach Your Child About Healthy Choices.
This is one of my favorite tricks for teaching children about healthy nutrition. Here’s how it works: 1. Once a month, choose a snack or candy from the grocery store. 2. Teach your child how to read the ingredient list and choose one ingredient off that list. 3. Go to Google and search side effects […]
My Top 3 Book Finder Tools
Can’t get enough books? Need a book on a particular subject or reading level? These 3 book finder tools are the perfect addition to your homeschool repertoire. 1. Simply Charlotte Mason book finder – Simply Charlotte Mason is curriculum used by homeschoolers, but did you know they have a Book Finder? You can search […]
The Book Every High Schooler Should Read
The literature we read has the potential to mold our minds. For this reason, it is so important that we choose our children’s book lists carefully. This is one book that should be on every high schooler’s book shelf. In The Creature from Jekyll Island, Edward Griffin discusses the formation of the Federal Reserve, fiat […]
Four Fun Ways to Socialize Your Homeschoolers
It’s the question on every skeptic’s mind… how do homeschoolers socialize? The simple answer is, much the same way adults do. Here are 4 ways homeschoolers get real world socialization in. 1. Homeschool groups – Homeschool groups range from play groups to formal co-ops. They host field trips, park meetups, field day, prom, graduation ceremonies, […]
Four Teaching Methodologies Every Educator Should Know About
Have you ever heard that opinions are like elbows, everyone has one? When it comes to teaching, everyone has an opinion about how it should be done, especially when you announce you’ve decided to homeschool. You can simplify things for yourself by learning about different teaching methodologies and how you can apply them in your […]
Three Steps to a Successful Morning
Mornings set the tone for your entire day. Rigorous routines may not be a good idea, but it sets a good example to have a rhythm so your children know what is expected of them. Here are 3 tips for a successful start to your homeschool day! 1. No screens! Screen time can be educational, […]
How to Find Homeschool Groups Near You
So you’ve decided to homeschool and now you’re wondering how to find groups near you! It all depends on what you’re looking for. Homeschool groups host play dates, park meetups, field trips, field day, holiday parties, proms, graduations, and more. Here’s a guide to find your people. Homeschool groups range from casual to formal in […]
Make Science Fun and Simple
Do you have a curious child that can’t get enough science? Or maybe you have a high schooler that needs to fill a lab requirement? We’ve got you covered! We’ve unearthed two of the best resources for science projects and kits. Home Science Tools has science kits for all ages and grade levels, in every […]