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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Without counting – answer this question: How many holidays are there in February and March? Groundhog Day, Lincoln’s Birthday, Valentine’s Day, President’s Day and St. Patrick’s Day. The list grows even longer if we add religious holidays like Good Friday… read more
