Summer plans for homeschooling families vary widely. Some take the summer off, some keep teaching through the summer months and some choose a mix. Homeschooling families have a unique opportunity to turn the world into a classroom and have a… read more
Crystal Ladwig, Ph. D.
Practical Steps for Closing Out the School Year
As the school year winds down, families often find themselves balancing exhaustion, relief and uncertainty about what comes next. The final weeks of school and the beginning of summer provide an opportunity to set the stage for a smoother, more… read more
Closing the Homeschool Year with Confidence and Celebration
Plan. Teach. Facilitate. Parent. Reflect. Repeat. By the end of the school year, even the most enthusiastic homeschooling parents feel their energy fade. The excitement that fueled the fall may be replaced by the simple desire to just finish. Hang… read more
What Homeschool Families Can Learn from the Olympic Games
With the arrival of the 2026 Winter Olympics in February and the 2026 Paralympics in March, the Olympic Games provide a unique learning opportunity for homeschooling families. These events, which occur once every four years, capture history, culture, science and… read more
How Can I Homeschool With a New Baby?
You made the decision to homeschool, went to the conferences, bought the curricula, and figured out how to make it work for your family. You even found a local co-op to help provide that much-needed adult interaction and support for… read more
College Accommodations: What Every Parent Should Know
The time has finally come: senior year. Excitement builds as your young adult joins in all the senior festivities. But it also comes with significant stress. What’s next? Some students with disabilities will transition to a job, supported employment, vocational… read more
Holiday Homeschooling
As the holidays approach, most families look forward to a break. Our focus shifts to faith, family traditions and countless holiday events. However, holidays can also be hectic, with many more demands on our time. To help you continue to… read more
How to Make Civics Fun
Homeschoolers stereotypically (but truly) love to take advantage of real-world situations and turn those into learning opportunities. So, how do we make civics fun for our kids year round? Make it a project All kids have things they wish they… read more
Is Handwriting Still Important
When was the last time you wrote a letter to someone? Some may answer, “never,” while others begin to reflect on days long ago. Our reliance on phones, tablets and computers fundamentally changed how we communicate with others. Yet many… read more
How to Incorporate Fall Activities into Your Homeschool Curriculum
The start of a new school year brings a mix of excitement and maybe a few nerves. Even for veteran homeschoolers, the first few weeks of a new year take some settling in as we say goodbye to summer leisure… read more