Take your homeschool group on one of these 8 exciting field trip ideas for homeschool co-ops. Go beyond the traditional visits to museums.
Are you researching homeschool methods, trying to find the best for your family? This homeschool style quiz will help you!
Do you use homeschool apps to make your life easier? I am sharing with you our favorite homeschool apps we use and love.
Deciding between homeschooling or sending your kid to public school can be all consuming. Going back and forth is...mentally exhausting! I want to help you get closer to a decision that's right for your family. To think through some questions you haven't asked yet. I found it easy to find reasons why homeschooling would be
If you want to keep your students engaged try to mix things up when you can. We’re going to give you a few homeschool routine ideas to help!
After 17 years of homeschooling--I've tried a lot of curriculums! Discover my top 12 homeschool curriculums--old favorites and new treasures!
Traditional homeschooling is often called the school-at-home method as it's most similar to public school. Here's how it works and the pros and cons.
Managing multiple ages in your homeschool is possible. Try these tips to bring some balance and peace into your homeschool days.
As you encourage the importance of innovation in your homeschool, your teens can try these creative design projects.
Go on virtual field trips with these amazing geography YouTube channels. Here are 5 favorite YouTube channels that helped our homeschool come to life.
Finding homeschool enrichment programs that work well can be overwhelming. Here are some great options to try first.
I used to be a frenzied homeschooler. While trying to do all the things, I wasn't doing any of them well. Here's how I created a peaceful homeschool.
Homeschooling doesn't have to mean endless workbooks and flashcards. Try one or all of these ways to make your homeschool more fun this year! #homeschool #homeschooling #ideas #fun
If you’re a homeschool mum like me and you’re looking for free homeschool ideas to increase your child’s learning experiences, here are 6 types of UK homeschool free resources to help you out!
Want to learn how to start homeschooling? Make homeschooling fun for yourself and your kids with my tried & true schooling tips & tricks!
Example year-round homeschool schedule using just 4 days a week! Try a flexible and productive plan for your daily homeschool routine.
I did not include any channels for toddlers or early elementary. Because of the width of YouTube, kids can come across crazy things on YouTube! For even more safety, watch the following videos on the channel’s website or YouTube Kids instead of YouTube. Learn in Color is not affiliated with any of the channels below. […]
The do what works homeschool philosophy: Practical Homeschooling. The homeschool method for everyone just trying to figure this thing out. #homeschooling #homeschool #homeschoolphilosophy
Want to homeschool but don't know where to start? These are the four basic things to do when you want to begin homeschooling but don't know what steps to take.
If a packed or unusual daytime schedule is derailing your homeschool, try homeschooling at night to maximize your schedule. Bethany has five reasons why a
Five awesome reasons to try homeschool unit studies. PLUS our thorough getting started guide to using units with your kids.
Are you confused about the different homeschool styles and methods? I'm reviewing many of the choices and what could work for your family.
What is worldschooling? Let's discuss the pros and cons, how a worldschool looks, its financial impact and how to get started worldschooling.
10 bizarre habits that successful homeschooling parents do before 10am. Tried & tested techniques to ensure your learn at home experience is a happy one.
They were hating homeschooling. They needed a balance between schoolwork and exploring their own interests. The solution? Flex Fridays!
Last year was my first year of “official” homeschooling and I had
Just over 3 years ago, I was 4-5 months pregnant with my very welcomed but highly surprising 4th child. At that time, my 3rd was still shy of his FIRST birthday, and I had a daughter going into junior high and one struggling greatly due to dyslexia and dyscalculia . As a new school year loomed lar
Choosing homeschool curriculum can be overwhelming. How can you try out a curriculum for free, before you spend your money on it? Here are just a few ideas!
Homeschooling doesn't have to mean endless workbooks and flashcards. Try one or all of these ways to make your homeschool more fun this year! #homeschool #homeschooling #ideas #fun
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If you’re looking for a low-cost, low-stress way to homeschool, why not try composition books? I know they aren’t impressive by themselves, but with just a few ideas, tips, and directions they can become the best way to give your children a top-notch education! You see, these are ... Read More...
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. I don't know about you, but I spend a lot of time (I mean a lot) thinking about homeschooling my children. It goes in waves--for a few months, I feel like I've got everything figured out and have cracked the code for what works. We've got a steady rhythm going, they're engaged and enjoying themselves, and I feel good about where we are. But then we come down the other side of the wave and I start wondering, researching, reading blogs of how others are doing things, and for the next several months, I'm in tweaking mode, trying new things and second-guessing myself. Are we doing enough? I didn't have this problem when I taught kindergarten in a small school, years ago. I set my plans up before the year started, and we (more or less) followed them exactly as I'd prescribed. I didn't read the blogs of other kindergarten teachers and wonder if my classroom should look a little more like theirs. I didn't spend hours debating between math curricula in my head. I didn't wonder if we were doing enough. But perspective changes when your only pupils
Homeschool burnout is treatable. Here are some strategies to try when you feel miserable and are dreaming about quitting homeschool.
How can you help kids love learning? Try some of these homeschool teaching tips this week to encourage a love of learning!
Trying out notebooking? Find out the best tips and practices for using the notebooking homeschool method from veteran homeschool moms.
From practicing advanced prepping to looking over lessons at the start of your week.
25 easy ways to implement self-care as a homeschool mom
In this post, like we do every year, we share with you The Natural Homeschool Learning Spaces 2018! You can also try this free Homeschooling Style Quiz!
Are you busy with life and worried that you may not be teaching your child everything they should know? Relax! You may actually be inadvertently raising geniuses. Grab your tea and read these educational principles.
Homeschooling when you also have younger kids is a challenge. Learn how to effectively homeschool with younger siblings at home.
I often get asked by my readers how to get started with homeschooling. One issue that comes up a lot is how to homeschool reluctant learners. Many new homeschool parents are frustrated by how difficult it is to get their kids to be enthusiastic and excited about learning at home. Even though we’re more than …
The only way to approach hard homeschool days is to approach them one day at a time. Try to stay present with your kiddos. Choose to connect with them every chance you get.
Welcome, mama!Are you exhausted from trying to do it all - parenting, homeschooling, keeping up your home, and squeezing in time for your husband? I am here to help! Grab your fuzzy blanket, pour your
Trying to come up with a homeschool co-op class that doesn’t require a lot of prep or supplies can be difficult. Maybe you had a last-minute teacher cancellation or maybe you are the one that got recruited last minute to fill in a class and need some quick ideas. Or perhaps you just don’t have...
After 17 years of homeschooling--I've tried a lot of curriculums! Discover my top 12 homeschool curriculums--old favorites and new treasures!
Learn how to create homeschool unit studies that are fun and engaging for your children and foster a love of learning more about the world around them.
Trying to homeschool while you're running frantically all over town from one activity to another doesn't work. You need a weekly schedule, so create one today.