Struggling with homeschooling? Take a deep breath—you’re not alone. Here are some tips and advice for when homeschooling is hard. Let’s face it, homeschooling is hard! Yes, I said it. Don’t get me wrong, I’m a homeschool advocate. I’ve been homeschooling for over 9 years and I couldn’t imagine raising my kids any other way. …
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Thinking about homeschooling your kids? Here are 10 amazing reasons to homeschool to help with your decision. If there is one thing I’ve learned about parenting it’s that nothing goes the way you think it will. For example, I never thought I would homeschool my kids. I went to public school growing up and never …
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Before we dive into the actual back-to-school routine, I want to talk about how to implement it. Routines are going to vary from family to family.
Everyone has their own unique schedules and needs. The most important part is how you implement the routine. That’s where most families struggle.
Get creative in the kitchen with your kids this summer! Here are ten fun and easy cooking recipes for kids to make together. I’m bored… Every mom’s least favorite phrase heard around the world during summer vacation. This time of year, keeping the kids entertained can be work! But don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. …
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One of our favorite summer activities is paper crafts. They’re quick, keep the kids entertained for hours, and are very nice to my budget. All you need is some construction paper, scissors, glue, and markers, and you’re ready to get crafting!
Struggling to get into a good homeschool routine? Read through this article on how to create a reliable homeschool schedule for your family. Has this ever happened to you? You start your homeschool day with the best of intentions… You’re going to make sure you start catching up on that subject you guys are behind …
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Looking to add a little more STEM fun to your day? Check out these fun STEM activities for Kindergarten STEM activities have gotten a lot of attention over the last few years. And for good reason! Encouraging children to learn more about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math can help to prepare them for the future. …
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Find out the best way to use assessments in your homeschooling. Learn about the three types of assessments that can make a big impact for you and your kids. It’s a side of homeschooling that not everyone talks about. Assessments and checking in on how your child is doing with their work is an important …
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Overview: Contributor Candice McDaniels has found the best homeschool science kits for elementary and middle school students. Let’s face it, science is one of those subjects that if you’re not careful can become really dry and boring. If you’re only teaching through textbooks and lectures, it can be hard for your child to engage with …
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Guest contributor Candice McDaniel from A Touch of Homeschooling has gone looking for some fun and educational ways to help your kids learn science. Check out this list of 25+ Science YouTube channels for kids K-5! (And a few would work for middle schoolers, too!) (NOTE: Each channel listed below does have a preview video, …
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Overview: Guest writer Candice McDaniel from A Touch of Homeschooling has 150+ great homeschool unit study ideas to make your planning easier. These fun topics for K-8 will keep your children engaged and learning! You probably already know this… Kids learn best when they’re interested in a topic and having fun. When they can relate …
