Outdoor Art Challenge
August 1, 2020
Art is not my specialty. I truly love art…it is the creating of it that I’m not so good at. This Outdoor Art Challenge is
Art
Indoor Beach Crafts for Kids
June 8, 2020
Creating crafts is a great way to bring the entire family together. Whether you all create a different craft or have a friendly competition, crafting
Art Notebooking Pages
March 30, 2020
Over the years I’ve tried many different methods for tracking what my children are learning throughout their studies. I do not like completing tasks that
Bible
Christian Easter Writing Prompts for Middle and High School
March 30, 2018
As my children have gotten older it has been more difficult to find holiday themed resources to use in our homeschool. Typically the arts and
Why You Should Teach the Easter Story in Your Homeschool
March 26, 2018
As a year round homeschool mom I always try to incorporate holidays into our homeschooling journey each year. Although, there are a few holidays that
Easter Scripture Cursive Handwriting Pack
March 23, 2018
I believe that learning to write in cursive is very important even though some may disagree with me. Our children will have access to more
Encouragement
Finding Community as a Homeschool Mom
January 20, 2020
When you begin a homeschooling journey, there is no way to know what lies ahead. Homeschooling is often an exciting, fun, though sometimes overwhelming adventure.
Homeschool Mom Confession: Literature is Better than Textbooks
November 25, 2019
There is very little that I would change about our homeschooling journey if I had it to do over again. I ‘m thankful to have
Homeschool Mom Confession: My Kids Teach Themselves
October 2, 2019
I love being a homeschool mom and I love being part of my children’s education. I wouldn’t have it any other way. However, to be
Faith
Safeguarding Your Family Movie Night
February 4, 2019
Movies are easier to access than ever before making family movie night both frugal and fun. A quick push of a button and the movie
Cultivating Your Children’s Prayer Life
June 1, 2018
Do your children know how to pray specifically and intentionally? Do they know how to use God’s Word to pray about their situation, life decisions
The Importance of a Homeschool Mom’s Faith
May 13, 2018
**Please note resources mentioned in this post may have been received for free or I may have received monetary compensation to write this post. However,
Foreign Languages
Foreign Language High School Curriculum
March 25, 2019
There are a lot of foreign language resources out there, but finding a foreign language curriculum for high school can be a challenge. Many videos
Learning Colors in Spanish
March 22, 2019
Mexico and the Spanish language are near and dear to my heart. I spent an entire summer working with my grandparents on the mission field
American Sign Language Classes, Apps and Resources
March 18, 2019
Choosing a foreign language to teach in your homeschool can be challenging. As homeschool moms we want to ensure that what we’re teaching our children
Geography
Alabama Virtual Field Trips
June 24, 2020
The best way to teach your kids about the world they live in is to provide them with experiences like field trips. However, sometimes travel
Alabama State Study
June 22, 2020
Sweet Home Alabama and Alabama. These are what most people think of when they hear the name, Alabama. While these are fun facts surrounding the
USA Road Trip Adventure Journals
October 19, 2018
Road trips hold some of my favorite childhood memories. I loved driving across the country with my family growing up. Along the way my mom
History
Homeschool Study Topics for Election Years
November 18, 2019
No matter what side of the aisle you are standing on, the upcoming election year is a great time to cover many topics pertaining to
Veterans Day Unit Study
November 11, 2019
Veterans Day is a significant holiday that is often forgotten or confused with Memorial Day. As a Navy Brat ensuring that children understand our military
Veterans Day Trivia
November 11, 2019
Veterans Day. An important holiday on the U.S. Calendar. Do your children know what we celebrate on Veterans Day? It is essential that we as
Language Arts
10+ Fun Book Report Ideas
May 18, 2020
While book reports can be a great school activity to gauge what your children learned, they can be boring to create. Have you considered thinking
Teaching Fiction Writing in High School for Your Future Author
August 15, 2019
Teaching high school fiction writing is not easy for everyone. There are so many different moving parts when it comes to the written word that
May Writing Prompt Challenge
May 1, 2019
Finding fun ways to encourage kids to write can be a challenge. Even the best writers need a bit of a nudge from time to
Lapbooking
Artist Lapbook
March 16, 2020
Your homeschool art class doesn’t always have to be about creating a masterpiece. Sometimes it is more interesting learning about those that have created masterpieces
Johnny Appleseed Lapbook Elements
September 12, 2016
Learning about Johnny Appleseed is a lot of fun! You can incorporate fun apple themed science activities, grow an apple tree from an apple seed,
Beach Lapbook Elements
June 20, 2016
The beach is a wonderful study for summertime homeschooling! As year round homeschoolers we take time to learn about things outside a lot during the
Literature
Beach Books for Kids
June 15, 2020
The beach is my favorite place to be. The only thing I would need is a good book to read. Perhaps your kids love the
How to Encourage Summer Reading
May 11, 2020
Summer is a wonderful time to read! I enjoy grabbing a book and heading outside to read while basking in the sunshine. However, my children
Sense and Sensibility BBC Movie Study
December 30, 2019
Sense and Sensibility. The title says it all. The story of Elinor, Marianne and Margaret is one that will capture your heart from the very
Math
How to Homeschool High School Math Subjects Like (Eep!) Calculus
February 12, 2018
Calculus. Trigonometry. Geometry. Those three words strike fear in the hearts of some homeschool moms. Understandably so. Unless you’re a high school math teacher, you
5 Tips for Success Homeschooling Middle School Math
January 3, 2018
Math. Oh the tears…I’ve never met a homeschooling mama who hasn’t seen her share of math tears (or shed a few)! I even love math—but
Teaching Math to Visual Learners
August 28, 2017
The first time I actually noticed that my son was a visual learner was during his kindergarten math class. I was trying to teach him
Music
Summer Music Learning Ideas for Your Homeschool
April 29, 2019
As year round homeschoolers summertime isn’t just about having fun, instead we use some of the long days of summer to continue educating our children.
Music Notebooking Pages
April 26, 2019
Music is such a fun subject to teach your children. There are so many ways to cover music in your homeschool. From private music lessons
Homeschool Music Curriculum Round Up
April 22, 2019
Have you considered the benefits of teaching music in your homeschool? Most of the time when you think of a music class, you find yourself
Nature
Year Round Nature Journaling Ideas + Free Printable
August 28, 2019
I love being out in nature. The only exception is the wintertime because it is simply too cold for me to enjoy living in Maine.
Getting Started with Nature Journaling + Free Printable
August 21, 2019
I love being outside surrounded only by nature. There is nothing like the sound of the ocean waves crashing on the shore and the crisp,
The Benefits of Nature Journaling
August 14, 2019
It is easy to get stuck inside the house homeschooling your children. Getting outdoors doesn’t always seem like an educational activity, but it can be.
Planning
How to Homeschool Without a Homeschool Room
July 20, 2020
One of the most common questions I’ve been asked as a homeschool mom, is how do you homeschool without a homeschool room? I’ve homeschooled my
How to Transition to Homeschooling
July 13, 2020
Transitioning your family to homeschooling is easier than you think and can even be a fun experience. It is important to help your child transition
The Brand New Homeschooler’s Guide and Workbook
July 8, 2020
Beginning a homeschooling journey is exciting! Yet, it can also be extremely overwhelming. The abundance of new terms, resources, schedules and decisions to make can
Printables
Shark Notebooking Pages
August 3, 2020
Sharks are fascinating creatures. This makes them a great science study for kids of all ages and these Shark Notebooking Pages are the perfect resource
Shark Lapbook
August 3, 2020
Every year my kids look forward to watching Shark Week. The new things that they learn from that one week surprise me each year. This
High School Shark Learning Collection
August 3, 2020
High school can be overwhelming for teens. The schoolwork load combined with the questions that everyone seems to be asking are enough to make many
Science
Jupiter Unit Study
July 24, 2020
Rings, moons and a giant spot are just a few things that your kids will learn about by completing a Jupiter Unit Study. Jupiter is
Mars Unit Study
July 17, 2020
Have you or your kids ever thought about visiting Mars? While it isn’t possible yet, you can learn all about ‘The Red Planet’ through this
Planet Venus Unit Study
July 10, 2020
It is likely that you have seen Venus in the sky many times without even realizing it! Your kids will enjoy learning Venus’ nicknames, its
Special Needs
6 Things I’ve Learned Homeschooling Children with a Language Disorder
July 24, 2019
Homeschooling has been one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done. I genuinely mean that; and in my extremely varied job and ministry experience
6 Things Homeschool Parents of Children with a Language Disorder Need to Know
July 17, 2019
Homeschooling a child with a language disorder requires a lot of creativity and patience, and cannot be approached in a traditional school setting. Trying to
What is MERLD? Homeschooling Children with a Language Disorder
July 10, 2019
It was during one of my many Internet searches about language development that I landed on the acronym MERLD, and thus began my journey on
Homeschooling Methods
Homeschool Charlotte Mason for Free
January 13, 2020
Charlotte Mason is a homeschooling style that has dominated the homeschool world for years. The beauty of this homeschooling style is that it is one
Delight-Directed Homeschooling in the Middle School Years
January 17, 2018
The middle school years are a time of transition in more ways than one. Our kids are changing physically, emotionally, and intellectually at a mind-bending
Bring the Joy Back to Homeschooling with Child Led Learning
September 26, 2016
Most homeschool parents don’t want to just “do school” at home. They decided to homeschool because they believed that they could give their children a
Unit Studies
Shark Unit Study
August 3, 2020
Shark Week on the Discovery Channel is an annual homeschooling event in our home. My kids know that all of their normally scheduled studies are
Jupiter Unit Study
July 24, 2020
Rings, moons and a giant spot are just a few things that your kids will learn about by completing a Jupiter Unit Study. Jupiter is
Mars Unit Study
July 17, 2020
Have you or your kids ever thought about visiting Mars? While it isn’t possible yet, you can learn all about ‘The Red Planet’ through this
