Oct 29, 2013 | Homeschoolers
Making the Most of Autumn for Homeschool Learning A couple of days ago it was beautiful outside! Sunny, high of 76. I had things I really needed to do inside, but the “call of the wild” was too much! The next day was slated for a high of 44 and snow. I made up...
Oct 24, 2013 | Homeschoolers
Isn’t it fun to put on a mask?! This time of year especially! At our house you just might run into Captain America, a kitty cat, or Obi Wan Kenobi! Of course, anyone who knows my kids will have no problem figuring out who is under the mask. But it isn’t always so...
Oct 22, 2013 | Homeschoolers
I marvel at those who were the first to explore the globe centuries ago. Their courage to tackle the unknown and their commitment to stay the course despite great odds inspires me. In honor of those great explorers, I am going to do some exploring myself! But...
Oct 17, 2013 | Homeschoolers
You start with baking soda. You add vinegar. You say “Cool!” when the bubbly mess oozes its way down the paper mache cone. It’s the vinegar and baking soda volcano – the quintessential childhood experience! Kids and science seem made for each other! And here are 4...
Oct 15, 2013 | Homeschoolers
There is much to be said (and has been said!) about the big picture of homeschooling – the reasons why people choose to homeschool, the benefits, the successes, etc. etc. etc. Getting the big picture is great! Super helpful. But sometimes it’s good to take a...
Oct 10, 2013 | Homeschoolers
My grandmother taught in a one room schoolhouse in the 1940s. I love to hear her stories of managing and instructing students of all different grades and levels. So much has changed in education since then! Public schools are different and now homeschooling is an...
