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
This is a special time of year — Mother’s Day, springtime flowers and spring festivals abound. Schools of all types, including homeschools, start thinking about wrapping things up for the year and begin planning for the next. What better time… read more
Homeschooling rates have been on the rise for years. As the cost of everything rises more families have found themselves tight on money. This isn’t a new issue for homeschoolers. Often, homeschooling families are single income families. We also tend… read more
Excitement for and love of learning is what all parents and teachers want for their students. As a teacher I find nothing more exhilarating than having my students’ eyes twinkle with excitement or laugh with delight during a lesson. Because… read more
We don’t get to call in sick or take a personal day. We have crazy schedules involving multiple kids, multiple ages to teach, co-ops, sports, scouts, lessons, volunteering, church, managing the home and let’s not forget school. Many homeschooling parents… read more
Crawling, walking and saying the first word — we are all aware of the “big” milestones for our children. However, just as it’s important for children to learn how to write and color, parents should recognize that, to do this,… read more
The freedom we enjoy as homeschoolers is great, but it comes with a host of decisions to make. One of the most common is the decision to keep a gradebook or not. The answer to that question is not a… read more
Reading is a time to sit down with your favorite novel or crack open a new read and remember why reading is so important. For our kiddos, it’s a way to become strong readers and understand the world around them… read more
For more than a century, Braille has been a gateway to literacy, education and independence for blind and visually impaired individuals worldwide. In this guide, we’ll explore the origins of Braille, how it works and tips for learning and reading… read more
A common question of homeschooling families is how to know if children are progressing at the “right” pace. One of the joys of homeschooling, however, is creating a pace and using content that is right for each of your children.… read more
