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Preparing your kids for their schooling phase is one of the most beautiful and fulfilling journeys with your little one – guiding them from their first words and steps to becoming eager learners. It’s an adventure filled with laughter, ‘aha’ moments, and those tiny, yet significant milestones. As you gear up for homeschooling, let’s chat
Homeschooling is becoming more and more popular and has certainly risen since the Covid lockdown as it was thrust upon many unexpecting parents. When things started to return to normal, some parents couldn’t wait to send their children back to school and some noticed they thrived better at home with a more focused and tailored
Your child’s educational experience is important. It helps them grow, foster social connections, and achieve greater things in life. Sometimes school can be difficult or just not the right fit for your child. Either way, as a parent you will want to guarantee that your child has the best educational experience possible. Hence, these tips
School will soon be back in session and some parents are sending kids to public school, either to complete a path to college or for personal reasons. Whether you homeschool your children or some of your children go to public school, continue to encourage your kid’s educational experience at home and create an atmosphere that
It’s not always easy to move from homeschool and transition to public school, much less find the right school for our child. For some, this is harder to achieve, especially if they’re limited in the school choices in their area. The options can open up if you look to private institutions with excellent track records,
Homeschooling was overwhelming when we started, for me! How was I going to keep the kids engaged all by myself at home?! But the twins took to it like a duck to water, as my grandmother used to say (a homeschooler herself who traveled the world). They became even more engrossed and engaged as we
**This post contains affiliate links, and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. We do a lot with our little machine in our homeschool and love to share what we find for Cricut ideas. There are so many, I can’t get to them all! We’ve been using Cricut
I am an affiliate for some links of products I have used in the past and researched thoroughly. It’s overwhelming to wade through the internet when you need something fresh and, even better, free. Every month I’ll bring you new ideas and links to help you in your homeschool with themes for the holiday or
Homeschool life is never boring. No matter if you are just starting out or starting a new decade of homeschooling, there always seems to be something you are in search of or new information that can change up your homeschooling efforts. I love finding new resources and sharing them with you. I I’ve joined with
A homeschool schedule for working moms and dads is a must. But, first, know that you got this. So many parents work from home and homeschool their children. It can be done. And it can be a lot of fun. There is a large support network online. Find a good group for those hours when
This post contains affiliate links. Want to know more about homeschooling? The new Homeschool Life Magazine is packed with valuable information to inspire and support homeschoolers of any range of experience. There are many perks to homeschooling, including the freedom to homeschool as you like. That was a foreign concept to me as a new
“What’s learning style?” I hear this a lot, along with “How do you homeschool? Tell me everything I need to do so I can set up the perfect homeschool curriculum in my home.” Or something along those lines. It, unfortunately, doesn’t work that way. Knowing your child’s learning style can bring joy and enthusiasm to
If you haven’t tried unschooling, this Type A mom highly recommends it. I’d heard of unschooling, and it seemed like a great idea, ya know, for vacation. I had no idea what it really meant. I worried homeschooling would be so hard to navigate. Putting the kids in charge of what we were planning to
I love a well-organized homeschool portfolio. I also like the decorating and planning with highlighters, stickers. It’s a whole thing. But, who really has the time! Build on a simple homeschool portfolio as much, or as little as you like. I don’t like to waste a lot of time organizing all that info that we
Distance learning is not homeschooling, but it definitely requires the same attention to planning the school day at home and keeping kids, and you, on task. Click here to download the VKZ School Planner! At the end of last year, many parents thought they had made it through and distance learning was a distant memory.
I’ve reached out to moms around the world to ask them what it’s like to work and homeschool, how they juggle their duties, their days and still find time to pursue their passions. Finding a good curriculum that fits your kiddo’s learning style and your lifestyle is key to a smooth schedule. Heidi Totten is
If you want more reviews, check out the How We Homeschool series. I talk to homeschoolers in all 50 states and around the world on how they homeschool, advice for new homeschoolers and reviews of the curriculum they have used. If you would like to be included, drop me a note at info@thehomeschoolcafe.com! A complete
A homeschool schedule for working moms and dads is a must. But, first, you got this. So many parents work from home and homeschool their children. It can be done. And it can be a lot of fun. There is a large support network online. Find a good group for those hours when you just
A homeschool co-op can work well for families, but can be hard to find. If you haven’t found what you are looking for, it’s not that difficult to create your own homeschool co-op. If you are new to homeschooling, then you may have been hearing a lot of new words, such as co-op. In Nevada,
As a new homeschooler, I wanted a handbook and a checklist. There is no such thing. However, knowing a few things before you make the leap can help you make the right decision for you and your children. It’s more than about getting an education. Homeschool is personal, rewarding, and different for every single mom,
Homeschool lingo can be confusing. When you begin homeschooling there is a lot of terminology thrown around that might be unfamiliar to you as a newcomer. From NOI to deschooling and learning styles, there’s a lot of words bandied about. Here’s a glossary to help you translate. Notice of Intent (NOI) The Notice of Intent letter (NOI)
I update this list weekly with worthwhile education toys or homeschool finds on Amazon. The prices should stay the same through the week, but they can vary by a few dollars, FYI. I only put up items I have used or can truly recommend. If you are looking for help in your homeschool, let me
If you want more reviews, check out the How We Homeschool series. I talk to homeschoolers in all 50 states and around the world on how they homeschool, advice for new homeschoolers and reviews of the curriculum they have used. If you would like to be included, drop me a note at info@thehomeschoolcafe.com! The curriculum
If you want more curriculum reviews, check out the How We Homeschool series. I talk to homeschoolers in all 50 states and around the world on how they homeschool, advice for new homeschoolers and reviews of the curriculum they have used. If you would like to be included, drop me a note at info@thehomeschoolcafe.com! Of
Many mom blogs have free printables as well so take a closer look at those. We’ll be adding to this weekly! We’ve broken them down into the following subjects. If they offer one thing better than others, we note that, too. Math Coding Reading and Writing History & Geography Science Art Full Curriculum Printables &