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Has Spring Fever invaded your home? The birds are singing and the sun is beaming and your homeschooler is getting restless.  Spring has officially sprung and the warm outdoors are making it difficult to keep your child focused on schoolwork and learning. It’s no...

Technology. It seems like everywhere you go you are surrounded by tablets, phones, computers, televisions, wifi signals, and more! Whether you embrace it or loathe it, technology is here to stay. But having the technology resources isn’t good enough. The most...

There are some great benefits that work really well for children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder(ADHD). This form of education can cater to the needs of the child. It can also help them gain the confidence they need to perform well academically....

First-time homeschoolers may feel reluctant to jump in with both feet because of the perceived time commitment involved. Co-ops and daycare-style homeschool options are popular both because they provide a social environment for children and because they allow parents...

Spring means more time outdoors for your kids to play. With all that extra running around, they’re going to need nutritious snacks to keep them fueled up throughout the day. Here are a few fun, healthy Spring snacks that your kids will love.    Fruit Cup Birds...

As the 2020-2021 school year grinds through its last three months, many states across the country have either gone to full time virtual learning or have adopted a hybrid combination of virtual and in-class learning.  These decisions are necessitated in response to the...

Every parent wishes that their child would spend more time outside. Fortunately for homeschool parents, you are in control of your child’s day and have the ability to get them outdoors when you want. Here are a few reasons to schedule an outdoor recess session during...

Positive news comes from Pfizer this week as they announced the Phase 3 study of their Covid-19 vaccine prevented symptomatic disease and was well-tolerated by adolescents ages 12 to 15. The BNT162b2 vaccine demonstrated 100% efficacy and robust antibody responses....

After a long a dark winter, it’s impossible to not get excited about the arrival of spring. There’s always a positive feeling in the air as flowers start to bloom and green grass begins poking through the dirt. Celebrate the arrival of the new season with these...

Spring is just around the corner, which means warmer weather and sunshine after a long, cold winter. There are many easy ways to get outside and enjoy the season with your children. Here are some activities you can do together that require minimal planning or money....

Easter is almost here. We’re helping you celebrate the holiday with these fun recipes your kids can make with you. From sweet desserts to savory snacks, these will be a hit with the entire household.    Rice Krispy Eggs This is a fun spin on the classic Rice...

Easter is almost here and marks the perfect time to pull out your arts and crafts bin. These ideas will help your preschoolers welcome in the season and celebrate new life. Here are X Easter crafts perfect for preschoolers and young ones! Paper Plate Bunny This craft...

There are a lot of pros and cons of homeschooling. Pros? You have control over what your children learn. Cons? You have control over what your children learn. Whether you’re following a curriculum or creating your own path, there will be times that you feel you need...

THE CHANGING EDUCATION UNIVERSE The world feels upside down right now. Everything is being “reinvented.” A “new normal” is beginning to emerge. Huge retail businesses are selling off their office buildings and moving their employees to home-based workstations. ...

YouTube is a great resource that every homeschool parent should be aware of. When used in the hands of an adult, this online platform can be used to teach everything from craft projects to science facts to, yep, geography. If you’re teaching this subject to your kids...

A morning basket is a popular tool in the homeschool community. Also referred to as morning time or circle time, a morning basket refers to a time in the day when everyone in your house comes together to learn about specific things. No matter the age difference...

Homeschooling your kids is tough. Homeschooling your kids while holding a part-time or full-time job? That’s on a whole different level. Whether you’re in this position out of choice or necessity, here are a few tips to keep you sane.   Remember You Can’t Do...

Physical fitness is important for growing children. Ideally, children should participate in 60 minutes of moderate- to vigorous-intensity activity every day. As a homeschool parent, it’s your job to give your kids opportunities to be active during the day. Here are a...

TAKE A STEP BACK As a homeschool parent, have you grown frustrated with trying to be a teacher when it’s not a job you feel you’re qualified to take?  Perhaps you should take a step back and look at the possibility of changing your direction and stop trying to be a...

Sending holiday cards to family and friends seemed nonessential in 2020; surely, I wasn’t the only one who felt uninspired at Christmastime. The idea of addressing envelopes to loved ones or decking the halls with boughs of holly weren’t my top priorities. Not unlike...