Sep 21, 2020 | Homeschoolers
Some kids love history, some hate it, but it is an important part of everyone’s education. Learning from the past helps us make better decisions in the future. Some kids seem to have a problem with history lessons in school because it can feel like memorizing a bunch...
Sep 18, 2020 | Homeschoolers
BACKGROUND Have you considered the possibility you could be eligible for paid time off from your job because your child’s school is closed and you’re suddenly a school-at-home parent? It’s possible, but the timing is crucial – the program expires on December 31,...
Sep 16, 2020 | Homeschoolers
Up until now, families have been able to decide whether or not they wanted to homeschool their kids. However, in the midst of a global pandemic, many schools across the country are opting for an online-only schedule, and parents are being forced to homeschool their...
Sep 14, 2020 | Homeschoolers
I can not deny my addiction to quality homeschool supplies. I take all boxes of books offered. I accept every math manipulative and books printed by certain publishers without a second consideration. I will also dig through every shelf and bin down to the very bottom...
Sep 11, 2020 | Homeschoolers
Homeschooling can be running along smoothly when suddenly out of nowhere the road is dark and overgrown with thorns. Should I turn around and find a different path? Should I sit here for a while and hope for the best? Or should I call for help? Here are a few tips to...
Sep 7, 2020 | Homeschoolers
Most homeschool families take pride in doing things a little differently than the brick and mortar schools do. Take assessments as an example. Many parents feel comfortable assessing their children as they go through the work and find they do not really need a...