Homeschooling your children can be a great way to give them the education they need while providing them with a flexible and personalized learning experience. It can be hard to know where to start when …
Homeschooling on a Budget
Elementary
Free Resources for Elementary Curriculum
Free elementary resources can help out a lot when homeschooling during these years. Homeschooling at the elementary level is a lot of fun. There is no limit to what you can allow your student to …
Special Needs Homeschooling: Yes, You Can!
I was recently asked by a parent if it was possible to homeschool a child with special needs. My answer was “absolutely.” I am aware that parents are often told that children with special needs …
STEM Learning: Why Such a Big Deal?
Over the last several years, more and more curriculums and schools are focusing on STEM learning. Sometimes it is referred to as STEAM learning. STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The a in …
How to Homeschool Multiple Grades Together
When you have children of different ages and are at different learning levels, it can be hard to juggle all subjects. You can homeschool multiple grades together. You do not have to do every subject …
How To Choose Homeschool Curriculum That Fits
When it comes to curriculum, it can be extremely overwhelming. There are many companies that sell curricula for a variety of subjects. Each one has a different angle on the subject. Some full homeschools, similar …
Schedules and Homeschooling Unique to Your Family
With the new year, many families are reflecting on their homeschooling year so far. Schedules and whether they should be doing a strict schedule come up a lot. One family had been told they should …
Easy Christmas Ornaments Kids Can Make
During the holidays, it can get very busy. One of my favorite traditions is making Christmas ornaments. We have done homemade Christmas ornaments since toddler age. Yes, toddlers are very good at helping and making …
Ways to Celebrate St. Nicholas Day
St. Nicholas Day is celebrated on December 6th. This is the Feast of St. Nicholas. It is the anniversary of the death of a Catholic saint in the third century who inspired the modern-day Santa …
Fun Homeschooling During the Holidays
We are now approaching the holidays where families struggle to decide whether to continue homeschooling or take a few weeks off to enjoy the holidays. What if I told you that you CAN do both. …