5 Ways to Teach History in Your Homeschool
Truth be told, when it comes to teaching history in your homeschool, it can be difficult. Okay, let’s be all the way honest… it can
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Free Native American Unit Study
If you’ve been looking for a free Native American unit study, this is it! Make sure you bookmark this page for quick reference! Oh, and
Being Thankful This Season
As crazy of a year 2020 (and 2021) has been, the season of focusing on gratitude and being thankful is upon us! Although this is
Homeschooling in Kentucky
Homeschooling in Kentucky is fairly easy and pretty laid back compared to most states. This will probably be one of the most informational posts you’ll
Help Your Middle Schooler Explore Careers
You may thinks it’s too early to help your middle schooler explore careers. In fact, most parents do not start thinking about this until their
Free Shark Unit Study
In this free shark unit study, you’ll find all kinds of information, pictures, videos and more to help your kiddos learn about sharks. This unit
Free Digital Resources for Your Homeschool
As a semi-veteran homeschool mom, I’m always looking for free digital resources for my homeschool. There are times when I drop the dollar on some
Tips for Homeschooling a Large Family
If you have multiple kiddos in tow that you are educating at home, then you’ll want to read my tips for homeschooling a large family.
A Stress-Free Approach to Homeschooling
If there’s one thing we could all agree on it’s having a stress-free approach to homeschooling. You don’t have to be homeschooling long before you
Shalom in the Home(School)
Let’s talk about having shalom in the home… school. It’s pretty to safe to say that I’ve heard it all. “How can you be around
5 Ways to Use the Bible as the Main Textbook in Your Homeschool
Over the years, I’ve learned how to use the Bible as the main textbook in my homeschool. At the top of most homeschooler’s list of
How to Learn Hebrew the Easy Way
If you’ve been wondering how to learn Hebrew the easy way, look no further. After years of learning this beautiful language and (my husband) teaching
3 Ways to Teach Earth Day from a Biblical Perspective
As a believer in the Most High, I wanted to teach my kids about Earth Day from a Biblical perspective. While the three R’s are
Usborne Books for the Unit Study Homeschool Style
We are a Usborne book, unit study homeschool style kind of family. Actually, we have a mixture of styles that combine together to make up
9 Homeschool Resources to Check Out NOW!
There isn’t a lack of homeschool resources out there, but it’s hard to know which ones you can trust. As a homeschooling mama of 7
10+ Cool Resources for Reluctant Writers (+ GIVEAWAY)
If you’re homeschooling reluctant writers, chances are you’re pulling your hair (and theirs) to try and get them to enjoy writing. But we know how
Teaching Natural Health & Wellness in Your Homeschool
You can probably think back to what health and wellness classes were like when you were in school. I remember learning about health from a
Top 5 Kindergarten Math Concepts
Homeschooled or not, when a child reaches about 5 years old, there are several key kindergarten math concepts they’ll begin to learn. I for one
3 Benefits to Teaching Cursive Handwriting
If you’re anywhere around my age then you probably remember learning cursive handwriting. You know… those awkwardly shaped pads of paper with the overly huge
How to Use Children’s Books for Unit Studies (+ Book Review!)
I was recently given the opportunity to review a new children’s book called Grandma Snuggles. After reading this book, I knew it would make a
How Unit Studies Changed Our Homeschool
As homeschooling evolves, there are more and more methods and styles surfacing. One of the newest methods is known as the Unit Study Method, and
How to Homeschool with a Mixed-Method Style
Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to pick just on homeschool style. To be quick honest, you’d be stressing yourself out by trying to
Top 10 Online Summer (Home)School Programs
For families with school-aged children, summer is usually the time where parents would sign their kids up for summer camps and programs. However, the events
Top 5 Types of Resources Every Homeschool Needs
If you’ve been homeschooling any amount of time, I’m sure you’ve questioned what kind of resources are best to use. Some parents choose to take
Dear Parents of Public/Private Schoolers: What You Are Doing Is Not Homeschooling
With the mass hysteria of COVID-19, schools worldwide are being forced to close their doors. This means an influx of students are now spending their
Should I Teach the Same as Public School? A Homeschool Mom’s Thoughts
I’ve been homeschooling almost 7 years. That doesn’t make me a “pro” by any means, but there are a lot of things I’ve tried. One
Homeschool Math Doesn’t Have to Be So Hard
I am that homeschool mom. You know, the one who doesn’t want things to be too difficult. The one who questions if what my child
How to Make Your Homeschooling Journey Just as Unique as Your Family
It’s no question that homeschooling is on the rise. More and more families are choosing to home educate their children for whatever reasons; however, there
The Importance of Staying Focused on Goals and Priorities for Your Family
As a busy homeschooling mom of five, I find myself constantly trying to “do it all”. Can you relate? Focusing on education, housekeeping, healthy meals,
Homeschool Hygge: 20 Easy-to-Adopt Self-Care Practices
Homeschool hygge: Nothing like an autumn day to entice me to the sofa with a few cozy blankets. Burnt orange candles lit, fireplace blazing toasty
75+ Winter-Themed Activities, Lesson Plans, Books, and More!
Winter time for most homeschooling families can seem like a drag or struggle, however, to help put a pep in your winter step I’ve compiled
5 Ways to Deschool for the Homeschooling Parent
Take one look at the word deschooling and you may think about the process of re-calibrating your child/children who have attended public (or private) school. However, what
8 Ways to Learn Letters through Experiences
What is the first thing you think about when you hear: “Let’s learn our letters!” I bet you think of printables to color, trace or cut. Some
Resources for Learning in the Early Years
If you’ve read any of my past posts, watched any of my videos, or have followed me for any amount of time, then you know
Learning vs. School
Our world has become more and more focused on school. If you have a toddler, chances are that people are already asking when she will
Circle Time at Home
Did you ever attend a library program when you were a child? Do you ever take your children? Some of my first memories when I
4 Important Skills Every Preschooler Should Know Before Kindergarten
Oh the preschool years… Those sweet little humans drive you crazy with their constant testing of their independence. But on the other hand, they still need you
Developing Fine and Gross Motor Skills Through Play
The preschool years are a prime time in children’s lives when they are developing essential skills that will help them when they begin structured learning.
5 Ways Children Learn Naturally
All parents know how curious children can be. They naturally want to explore, take risks, and learn. However, there seems to be a rising trend
How Important is Structured Learning in the Early Years?
Pulling out my ex early childhood development and education hat here, I remember being taught that the early years were some of the most important
Why Every Homeschool Mom Needs a Tribe
It’s no question that homeschooling is on the rise, and not just in America but worldwide. Parents are choosing day after day to take their
Lesson Planning Made Simple
You’ve opted out of purchasing curriculum and resources that have the lesson plans mapped out for you. Maybe you’re even giving the do-it-yourself route a
Top 4 Science Resources for Homeschoolers
I asked close to 20K homeschooling mamas (thank to ALL the Facebook groups I’m in) their top resource choices when it comes to science. After
A New Children’s Book Coming Soon
It’s always a privilege to get my hands on a good children’s book, especially before it is published. Recently, I was presented with the opportunity
Hey Homeschool Mom, STOP Letting Limiting Beliefs Define You
Psst… this post is part of Homeschool Success Hacks Blog Hop! Check out the other amazing bloggers in this roundup and enter the giveaway (at the bottom)
Maximize Your Investment in Home Education
I receive lots of emails and messages that mainly revolve around one topic – the cost of home education. Contrary to popular belief, home education doesn’t
The DIY Homeschool Curriculum Method
Everywhere you look you can find something related to DIY – do it yourself. From garden landscaping to home upgrades, doing it yourself is no
What to Expect When You’re Expecting & Homeschooling
Not too long ago we found out we were expecting baby blessing number five. I can’t say that I didn’t see it coming because my
Homeschooling for the Business Mom
Homeschooling for the business mom may sound like it could be more chaotic than calm. Most work-from-home moms will even admit (me included) that it
10 Hebrew Words You Can Start Speaking TODAY
Take one look at the Hebrew language and it may seem intimidating to learn. Listen to it being spoken and you may think it’s impossible
