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Outside of the normal public school routine of a certificate or diploma at the end of each school year, it can be easy to forget to acknowledge homeschoolers for their accomplishments. But it is important that they feel just as validated in their schooling...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Covid-19 has caused the majority of us to change many parts of our lives. It might seem difficult to even remember when the old ‘normal’ existed. Social distancing, face masks and lack of entertainment/outings have replaced sporting events, beaches, and even the...

Managing a thriving homeschool lifestyle requires clearly defined roles. The majority of homeschool families I am acquainted with consist of Dad working as the primary income provider and Mom homeschooling the kids. While a lot of moms have some type of part-time job,...

There are many homeschooling myths and misconceptions. Sure, it isn’t for everyone, but homeschooling is an option that fits the lifestyle of many people in a healthy way. Here are six homeschooling myths and why they’re inaccurate.   1. All homeschooling...

Are you trying to find ways to make homeschooling more fun and engaging for your child this year? From field trips to fun surprises, here are seven ways to make homeschooling fun.   1. Get in the Kitchen Cooking is a great way to interact with your children while...

Listen, we must have this talk. The talk on how we can teach our children, to social distance, and how to keep their mask on. Especially our Grade School Children. Now, this is something that's going to be hard for not only the children but for you as a parent as...

Homeschooling to save lives is now a thing, yes, you've read that right with everything that has been going on with the virus and the positive test results that have been skyrocketing. Parents have been debating on sending their kids back to school when the school...

Dear Full-time parents who happen to work full time as well, I know this isn't easy for you. The challenges you're facing right now with working full-time and transitioning yourself to homeschool. The best way to juggle this is by planning it out for not only for you...

Parenting has always been an essential job. Nothing has changed. It doesn't take a global pandemic to remind us of that. However, if these sequestering walls could speak, they’d reveal feelings of parental inadequacy that leads to frustration, anger, and tears. Thank...

Whether you’ve been homeschooling your child since preschool or you’ve made the decision later in their life, homeschooling your teen can feel like a daunting task. It’s important to challenge them academically and let them explore various extracurricular activities...

As annoying as they can be at times, there is something preparatory about morning routines, commutes, even car lines, and school bells.  Kids who go to brick and mortar schools have a fairly extensive transition routine from being in bed to being fully engaged in...

Growing up in an atmosphere that encourages a positive relationship with reading is so important for children. There are pretty much endless benefits for a child who reads often, from heightened creativity to better performance in school to better literacy. The more...

Most families choose to homeschool over concerns about issues such as school safety, academic standards, and government mandates, but there are some additional, perhaps less obvious benefits, to homeschooling including some things you could just never do in a brick...

Homeschooling your child can be a wonderful opportunity to teach them important skills in a loving environment, but it can be a daunting task to make the decision. Many parents are overwhelmed at the idea to start homeschooling and have many questions about what the...

THE NUMBERS In early 2020, before the pandemic began to spread across the U.S., about 4% of K to 12 aged children in the U.S. were homeschooled (National Home Education Research Institute/NHERI).  https://www.nheri.org/research-facts-on-homeschooling/ NHERI...