It’s that time again, folks! *cues the Christmas music* It’s the most wonderful time of the yeeeear . . . Curriculum Unboxing Time!! ((wild cheers)) *ahem* I shall try to curb my enthusiasm while I unveil our choices for our (mostly) classical third-grade homeschooling curriculum. If you’re looking for suggestions for a different grade, check out our […]
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This year we have another precocious four-year-old ready to start homeschool. Enthusiastic about learning to read like her big sister, interested in everything around her, she is full of the belief that she is “a very big girl” now. Here is what we are using for our pre-kindergarten homeschooling curriculum, as well as some alternative
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Why make a plan? Ever have the unsettling feeling that you’re doing this homeschooling thing by the seat of your pants? That’s only one of the many reasons why making a long-term homeschooling plan is well worth your time. Some of the benefits of having even a sketch of a plan are: You are not
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*As featured in Sacramento Parent Magazine, Feb. 2019 and Simple Homeschool, Sep. 2017. Don’t worry, sweet homeschooling momma. It will all be worth it. I was on the receiving end of all that effort. And the greatest homeschooling benefits I got were the ones my parents, perhaps, didn’t even think about. When I was homeschooled in
Unexpected Homeschooling Benefits—From Someone Who Was Homeschooled Read More »
For many homeschoolers, Charlotte Mason adherents or not, nature studies are a priority–especially in the early years. It is such a great way to introduce children to the wider world and spark their curiosity and love of learning. For me it is nostalgic, bringing back memories of growing up playing in the woods with frogs
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There are only a million-gazillion toys, books, games, videos, flashcards, posters, on and on and on . . . out there designed for teaching the alphabet to your little one. And not all of them are created equal. But you do not need to be the victim of flashy marketing. There are a few tips you
X Is NOT for Xylophone and Other Pro Tips for Teaching the Alphabet Read More »
How to make homeschooling fun must be one of the top questions I’m asked. I can’t even describe the pure beauty of those moments when learning just happens in the midst of family fun or when my children’s play inspires them to make, and explore, and find out. But it is when you know that
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As mothers, we navigate a proverbial minefield of controversial subjects when it comes to our parenting decisions. While your child is still in the womb, your food choices and name preferences will be the subject of scrutiny—sometimes from total strangers. And, sadly, if you homeschool, these wonderful displays of unsolicited wisdom will only intensify. But
Teaching Your Preschooler to Read—Why It’s OK to Start Early Read More »
A great book is one that enriches your life far beyond the time you spend reading it. It comes off the page and becomes the inspiration for action in real-life. It motivates you to learn new skills or try new adventures. It dares you to be a better person than you were before. OR it
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Last week, we had apple-themed printables, crafts, recipes, and more for your preschooler. This week, we have some more apple-y goodness for your elementary-aged student. September 26th marks Johnny Appleseed’s 243rd birthday. And he makes a wonderful topic for a unit study. There are tons of books on the subject at every reading level. You
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