Preview: Homeschooling a crew and looking for flexible options to empower confidence in your teens? Check out this option for online personalized learning!She lay on my bed, staring at the ceiling. She was trying to speak with a calm, level voice, but I could see the shiny liquid pooling in the corners of her eyes. She […]
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Music Lessons in a Box Review
My daughter, Emma, purchased her own piano keyboard and has dabbled in self-taught piano off and on. Outside-the-house piano lessons were a logistical challenge (with seven other kids who need homeschooling and care). And online options seemed a bit pricey. But over the last couple of months, she has been using and enjoying “Music Lessons in […]
Our 2018-2019 Homeschool Schedule Preview
I love sharing a copy of our homeschool schedule before the school year actually starts. I did the same thing last year. It’s really helpful for me to get all my ducks in a row and nail down the details so I can have them in mind as I plan actual lessons. In a sense, this […]
Curriculum Picks for Our Multi-Age Homeschool: 2018-2019
Curious to know what homeschooling curriculum our family is using this year? Want to see what we’ve chosen for all the ages and stages that will be learning under our roof this year? Read on to see a full list of the resources we’ve picked! Pin0 Share0 Tweet0 Share +10 Family Schooling ResourcesWe love to […]
Introducing Teaching Textbooks 3.0
If you homeschool children of multiple ages, the two best strategies you can employ are family schooling (teaching everyone all together) or independent learning opportunities. And we have found digital curriculum to be one of the easiest ways to create truly independent learning opportunities. My oldest son excels in math, but is moderately dyslexic. It was […]
Math Month Resource Roundup
Pin0 Share0 Tweet0 Did you know that April is National Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month? Around here, we’ve made somewhat of an annual tradition of celebrating Math Month with homeschool math curriculum reviews, info about online classes, free printables, best practice tips, math resources and ideas, coupon codes, and giveaways! Pin0 Share0 Tweet0 FREE Math […]
A Day in our Homeschool Life
Here at the end of February, we’re in a bit of a rhythm with the homeschool schedule. Are you curious to know what a day looks like for us? Follow us through our routine and see what homeschooling looks like in this large family! Pin0 Share0 Tweet0 Share +10 Homeschool Schedule for 2/26/185:30 a.m.My day […]
Including Family Fitness in Your Homeschool
I admit – fitness is definitely not my forte. It’s something I’ve struggled to do for myself, and something I haven’t managed to add into our homeschool routine. Of course, the kids get lots of exercise and outdoor playtime. But today, I’m excited to be able to share with you some great ideas for family […]
Great Backyard Bird Count Resources
Are you planning to participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count? In 2018, the count takes place February 16 – 19. This is a great way for your children to participate in actual scientific research. And why not stretch the activity a bit further and make it into a homeschool unit!Get Started Bird Counting!The easiest […]
Thank You Note Printables
Are you planning to have the kids write Thank You Notes for their Christmas or birthday gifts? Download these printable, matching notes you can use for a variety of ages. Pick the lay-out that works best for your child!Blank Thank You NoteThe blank layout is perfect for an older child who wants to write a […]
