Charlotte Mason held the view that kids should spend a lot of time in the outdoors, exploring and engaging in the natural world. She encouraged her students to keep a nature diary in which they could record their observations since she believed it was an important component of a child’s education. How can we teach our […]
Homeschool Gameschool: The Best History and Geography Games for Elementary Kids
Our family absolutely loves learning through games! It’s amazing how my kids don’t even realize they’re learning when they’re having fun playing. We’ve found so many educational games that cover every subject, and it’s incredible how much knowledge they’ve gained from our carefully selected games. But it’s not just academic concepts that they’re learning – […]
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Homeschool Gameschooling: The Best Science Games for Elementary Age Students
Our family can’t get enough of learning through games. Shush! My kids don’t actually see it as learning, yet they have picked up innumerable concepts just with our curated selection of educational games. There are games for every subject and most concepts can be reinforced and even taught completely with games (hello fractions!) My children […]
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Homeschool Gameschooling: The Best Math Games For Elementary Age
Our family can’t get enough of learning through games. Shush! My kids don’t actually see it as learning, yet they have picked up innumerable concepts just with our curated selection of educational games. There are games for every subject and any concept can be reinforced and even taught with games. My children have learned social […]
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Your Way, Your Pace: A Flexible Family Itinerary for Cancun with Kids
Are there so many activities and sights to choose from in Cancun that you’re having trouble organizing a family holiday there? It might be difficult to plan an itinerary that accommodates everyone’s interests because there is so much to see and do, especially if you are traveling with children. To accommodate your family’s particular requirements […]
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Self-care in the Midst of Chaos: 25 Surprising Hacks for the Homeschool Mom
Homeschooling is a fulfilling experience in the long run, but it can also be quite overwhelming on a day to day basis. Between managing the house, running errands, meal planning, keeping up with extracurriculars, working a job, maintaining a side hustle, it’s easy for us homeschool moms to neglect our own self care needs while […]
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The Burgess Bird Book Unit Study Guide + Free Printable
As a homeschooling mom, Im always on the lookout for living books that teach subjects in a fun and engaging way. I have found Thorton Burgess’ The Burgess Bird Book to be an excellent resource for teaching my children about the fascinating world of birds. In this post, I would like to share with you […]
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Roadschooling Versus Worldschooling: What is the difference?
Homeschooling has become increasingly popular over the past few decades as more families seek to provide their children with a customized education tailored to their individual needs, wants and interests. If you picture homeschooling as a minuture school setting at home, your in for a surprise! There are many, many ways to education a child […]
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How to Create and plan a DIY Unit Study for Homeschool + Free Planner Printable
We love unit studies! Creating a DIY unit study for homeschooling can be a fun and engaging experience for both you and your child. Plus, it can be an affordable option vs. buying pre-made units for each new topic you want to incorporate. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how I easily create and plan successful […]
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What You Need to Know About Common Homeschool Methods and Philosophies
Homeschooling is not a one-size-fits-all approach and there are several philosophies and methods that parents can adopt. In this article, we will explore the most popular homeschool philosophies and methods to help you understand the options available and choose the best approach, or multiple approaches for you child. What is a Homeschool Method? A homeschool […]
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