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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
Mars study units can help kids better understand all of the firsts that will be happening when Perseverance touches down. It’s a nail-biter and expected to be one of the most precise landings ever attempted. On Feb. 18, 2021, NASA’s most sophisticated craft to date will gently land on the red planet, if all goes
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
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An autism diagnosis at a young age was a brief moment in an otherwise adventurous and fulfilling life. Through the use of an iPad and other devices, Ido Kedar has learned to communicate with others despite not being able to speak. The 23-year-old autistic author has written two books and serves as a board member for a
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
The U.S. Postal Service processes millions of letters across the country every single day by more than 500,000 civilians. They collect, sort and deliver letters, packages and medicine to families, businesses and medical offices through snow, rain, heat and even gloom of night. The history of the U.S. Postal Service is rooted in the start
Cristin Howard understands the importance of educational activities in a child’s day. The hardworking mom runs Smart Parent Advice, a site that provides parenting advice for moms and dads, with her husband. Cristin writes about all of the different ups and downs of parenting, provides solutions to common challenges, and reviews products that parents need
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
Third graders are becoming more independent learners, able to research and explore their interests, apply learned info to solve more difficult math concepts and read and write on their own (stop laughing! It can happen!). While my kids were independent learners, they did require redirection and a schedule to help them get their school work
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.
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Are you ready for all that will happen this year for your second grader?! A solid homeschool second-grade plan involves adding in more math, folding in more about friendships and community and putting more focus on reading and writing. You can build on what worked in first grade or explore entirely new curriculum sets. Homeschooling
It’s one of the best ages and a time when schooling starts to get more involved, by both parent and child. A solid homeschool first-grade plan involves adding in more math, folding in more about friendships and community and putting more focus on reading and writing. You can build on what worked in kindergarten or
Friends who are still in the public school or who are just starting out have asked what we used each year by age and grade, depending on how you style your homeschool. You can homeschool kindergarten kiddos easily, affordably and with confidence.I’ve put together a good list of the curriculum we’ve tried and loved when
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History has been on our minds as of late. The twins and I are finding so many useful resources online. When we find something we really like, we reach out to the curriculum creator. We found Melissa Roy, a ballerina and homeschooling mommy to four, who created history units that cover the Big Bang and
Curiosity Chronicles is a well-loved curriculum vetted by many homeschool moms. So fun! I enjoy Curiosity Chronicles for its engaging curriculum and opportunities for discussion and more exploration about history. The secular history curriculum explores alternative views and competing historical facts from ancient to modern history. I reached out to the creator of Curiosity Chronicles,
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,
Many parents choose to homeschool a child with special needs to provide a more tailored curriculum and target areas where they may struggle. Homeschooling special needs learners allows them to find their own pace and tackle big concepts with confidence. If you are planning on returning to school and need help or advice with an
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! More parents
We found treasures for kids online that you may have missed or didn’t know were coming up! Explore the world one virtual tour at a time. TIPS – Always check ahead for cancellations. All times posted here are PST. History buffs! Through August, EduHam at Home is offering students a chance to study primary source