Choosing Homeschool Curriculum
Homeschool curriculum is a hot topic among those new to homeschooling as well as those of us who have been at it for a while. Questions about curriculum are some of the most common, perhaps even running neck-and-neck with the ‘socialization’ question. A vast array of amazing curriculum exists to support you in this journey, no matter what method(s) you use or special needs you may need to address. We have options! In fact, it can sometimes feel like there are too many choices and you can feel overwhelmed. (Remember the first homeschool convention you went to and the
Homeschooling Middle School and High School
Ever feel like you have just got this homeschooling thing on a roll and then all of a sudden it is time to change things up again? You have finally found your rhythm and groove with your toddlers, 1st grade, 3rd grade, 5th grade, and 8th grade kiddos; then spring comes, homeschool conferences start up and you realize something. It suddenly hits you that you are a mom/dad to kids who will be entering the Middle School and/or High School years! Whoa! How did that happen? You also find all your friends and family are throwing a whole new
Homeschooling Independent Learners
Independent Learners … it’s what most of us strive for in the homeschooling of our children. Having kids who can read, decipher and then apply new information without us holding their hand through it all is a valuable skill. I am lucky to have independent learners. Even the youngest who requires my help to read instructions is quick to go off on her own once she knows what she needs to do. Having kids who will go off on their own to learn, gives me a bit more time to do other things. I am able to tend to
10 Homeschooling “Mistakes” You Need to Quit
Ever feel like your happy home school has turned into a never ending roller coaster ride of emotions? Things roll along smoothly for a while and then the dips come…then the loooong climb back up to the top only to find you dive down once again; but this time with more momentum and speed. There are many reasons for this, and one might argue “that’s life”, which can be true; another reason is, you could just be stuck in a rut. You know what you are doing isn’t working but still plug along making the same old “mistakes”. Remember, there
Homeschooling with Games
“Break Free in Your Homeschool” has made me think of so many mini posts! This one is about: Games How often do you use games during your home school week? We used to play a lot of games and for some reason these past few months, games have been an after thought or even pushed right aside. Children love to play and they also need to play! Playing provides so much opportunity to lock in knowledge or learn something in a different way and often without realizing just how much they are learning. Playing board games,
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