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
Art
How to Teach Any Subject Using Art
March 23, 2020
Art is one of the many forms of expression that offers the opportunity to explore and grow. Through art, children can learn, understand, and even
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
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
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
Why Travel is Important to Your Children’s Education
October 15, 2018
Travel is important to your children’s education because it teaches them about the world in many different ways. It doesn’t require any textbooks to teach
Road Trip Journal
October 12, 2018
Road trips provide so many opportunities for adventure, learning and fun! When planning vacations I would much rather head out on the road than fly
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
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
Sense and Sensibility Book Study
December 30, 2019
The story of the Dashwood sisters is one of the most well-known stories written by Jane Austen. Their story begins with losing their father and
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
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
Is Year Round Homeschooling Right for You?
January 6, 2020
Whether you are a veteran homeschooler or brand new to it, you might be weighing the pros and cons of following a year round schedule.
How to Do Monthly Homeschool Checkups + Free Checkup Lists
September 25, 2019
One of the biggest things homeschool moms worry about throughout the school year is whether or not they are on track. I don’t believe that
Printables
Middle and High School Reading Charts
May 27, 2020
As children get older it becomes more important to note what books they are reading and how long they read throughout a homeschool year. I
Book Reports by Grade Level
May 20, 2020
Reading is one of the most important subjects in your homeschool. While there are some topics and subjects that aren’t necessary for everyday learning, reading
Summer Reading Lists
May 13, 2020
Summer reading is a wonderful pastime, for both young and old alike. Finding quality literature that will teach, challenge and entertain children can be difficult.
Science
States of Matter Unit Study
April 20, 2020
Learning about the states of matter is a fun science study. Understanding the process is highly experience-based, so including experiments is important to your children’s
Weather Unit Study
April 13, 2020
Learning about the different types of weather is a great study for year round homeschoolers. One of the reasons I love year round homeschooling is
100+ Science Experiments for Your Homeschool Science Class
September 24, 2018
Science is a subject that children need to experience, not just read about in a textbook. Science experiments are a great way to make science
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
King Arthur Unit Study
May 6, 2020
This King Arthur Unit Study will teach your children about King Arthur, Lady Guinevere and the Knights of the Round Table. You will also find
Morse Code Unit Study (Middle and High School)
April 24, 2020
While reading a history textbook is often dry and boring. Bringing a specific person and event from history to life is more enjoyable. Your tweens
Elementary Morse Code Unit Study
April 24, 2020
History isn’t always a subject that children enjoy. I’ve tried to make it interesting and fun for my children by teaching them about specific people