Whether your summer schooling means continuing structured lessons through the season, or relaxing the schedule and taking advantage of opportunities as they come, homeschoolers know
Bubbles and balloons are the perfect tools for some “lazy” summer learning! You can use them to explore science, mathematics, art, and more. Learn the
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As formal studies wind down for the summer, you may be looking for an interesting summer study to continue engaging your kids through your break.
When you hear the phrase “Ultimate Homeschool Mom Day Trip,” what do you imagine? Maybe you picture some book shopping, lunch out with mom friends,
One of the greatest blessings of homeschooling is that our kids really live and learn at home. However, this also presents one of the greatest
First Time Ever: Pre-Order Your MP3! For the first time ever, you can order your convention MP3 in advance of the convention at a reduced
Upcycling and repurposing, though often used interchangeably, are two different ways to help reuse items and save them from ending up in landfills. Essentially, upcycling
We’re thrilled to tell you we now have a mobile app for the 2019 Homeschool Convention in June! Developed by by EventOne, the app allows
Now! Let Alexa or Google read HEAV’s posts to you. Do you have Alexa or Google Assistant? Are you busy? If so, Alexa is ready
If you’re considering adding a pet to your family, or simply want to get the most beneficial experience from a pet you already have, check
With summer fast approaching, take advantage of the warm weather and create a fun strawberry unit study with plenty of activities and science, health, agriculture,
Teaching robotics and other STEM subjects can be an overwhelming undertaking–especially if STEM is not your specialty!–but it is a fascinating topic with increasing prevalence
As we celebrate Jesus’ resurrection this Sunday, spend some time to take to heart His final words on earth: “Go therefore and make disciples of
Passover was an important event in both Christian and Jewish history and incorporating a Passover study or celebration into your family’s homeschool living is one
National Air and Space Musem Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center Homeschooling families will experience educational programming in aviation and aerospace at the National Air and Space
A geography unit study can be a great way to incorporate art, history, games, and even some fun outdoor adventure into your homeschool curriculum. Check
Q. How do I know what achievement test level I should order for my child’s proof of progress? When ordering an achievement test, HEAV recommends
Connecting with a poem on a deep personal level can be a great joy. It strikes a chord with us and we want to share
Find out all about the homeschool events coming up around Virginia! These are reader-submitted events that run each Wednesday in the Virginia Homeschool Update weekly e-newsletter.
If you’ve got a collection of buttons hiding in your sewing kit or collecting dust on a shelf, pull them out and try jumpstarting a
1. Germanna Community College Science & Engineering Day – Fredericksburg – April 62. 154th Surrender Anniversary Events – Appomattox – April 8-143. Classical Conversations Parents’ Practicum – Richmond – July 8-10
If you are a soon-to-be graduate searching for a career or a parent looking to make a career change, this is an opportunity that you
Spring is finally almost here! The clocks have moved forward and the first day of spring is just around the corner. It may not seem
1. Triangle Rock Club Richmond’s Homeschool Group Visits – Richmond – March 26 (multiple additional dates) Triangle Rock Club RichmondRichmond, Virginia Tuesday, March 26, 2019,
Find out all about the homeschool events coming up around Virginia in March! Do you have a homeschool event to share? Let us know about
The Virginia Department of Education has announced the availability of the Granville P. Meade Scholarship to homeschool students. Home Educators Association of Virginia (HEAV) has been
While they may not be practical for everyday, subscription boxes can add some fun surprises to your curriculum. They could be used to spark interest
On my tax return, can I claim my homeschool educational expenses as a deduction? A-Unfortunately, homeschool parents may NOT take the Educator Expense deduction on
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