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Using Libraries In Your Homeschool
National Library Week is coming up in a few short weeks. You may see lots of signs for library book sales and commemorative events this
Avoiding Sensory Overload at the Convention
by Kyndra Steinmann As you are no doubt aware, the HEAV Virginia Homeschool Convention is coming up in just a few short weeks and I
Missions and Missionaries
After celebrating Jesus’ resurrection this past Sunday, spend some time to take to heart His final words on earth: “Go therefore and make disciples of
Homeschool Poetry Unit Study
Connecting with a poem on a deep personal level can be a great joy. Poetry brings a beauty to language that is unique unto itself,
Jokes & Pranks in Your Homeschool
Jokes & Pranks in Your Homeschool Are you and the kids going a bit stir-crazy stuck at home? How about celebrating a fun simple holiday
Virginia Homeschooler Runs to Victory in 800-m National Competition
Virginia Homeschool Victory An eighth-grade homeschooled student from Suffolk took first place at the 2022 Adidas Track Nationals on March 18. Michailyn Rose ran the
Crafty Homeschool & Hands-on Learning
March is National Craft Month, and it is the perfect time to incorporate more crafting projects into your hands-on homeschool. Aside from being a key
Color Science: Teaching Color Theory In Your Homeschool
Color Science by Megan Mora Fuentes If you have a child who is interested in the fields of art or design, a solid understanding of
Legislative Summary Report 2022
Sports Access Fails with Disparaging Remarks Sports access, introduced by newly elected Delegate Marie March (R-Floyd Co.), passed the House then failed in Senate Education,
You DON’T Snooze, You Lose! Healthy Sleep Habits for Your Homeschool
You DON’T Snooze, You Lose! Healthy Sleep Habits for Your Homeschool World Sleep Day, an annual celebration of sleep and a call to action on
Your Next Homeschool Field Trip
Field trips are becoming greatly anticipated this time of the year. As winter starts to wrap up and we get the first few tantalizing tastes
Homeschool Studies for Black History Month
Celebrate Black History Month by diving into the incredible contributions Black Americans have made across every field of life. From groundbreaking inventions and scientific discoveries
Read-Aloud Fun for Everyone
There is an abundance of benefits you can gain from everyday reading aloud, including mental stimulation, knowledge, vocabulary expansion, memory improvement, stronger analytical thinking skills,
Winter Homeschool: Snow & Ice
Frigid temperatures and slushy roads will eventually make anyone start longing for spring, but don’t wish that snow and ice away just yet! It’s full
Olympics: Going for the Gold!
Olympics: Going for the Gold! The 2022 Winter Olympic games provide the perfect opportunity to incorporate some history, physical education, social studies, science, and geography
No Power, No Problem!: Emergency Preparedness For Your Homeschool
No Power, No Problem!: Emergency Preparedness For Your Homeschool Being prepared for an emergency can mean the difference between life and death. Even in situations
Homeschool Resolutions: Learning to Love Learning
Homeschool Resolutions: Learning to Love Learning One of the most popular new year’s resolutions is to learn a new skill. Whether people have realized that
Why Just Reading to Your Child Is Not Enough
Skills Your Child Needs to Read By Learning RX You sit down on the first day of school with your kindergartener, and what do you
Learning About Healthy Exercise
The need for more exercise is one of the most universal acknowledgments made by those who make new year’s resolutions, but it’s easy to backslide,
Homeschool Resolutions: Learning About Money & Finances
Is it ever too early to start learning financial responsibility and wise spending habits? Judging from the fact that one of the top New Year’s
Membership: Five Reasons You Should Join HEAV Today
5 Reasons to Join HEAV Today Homeschoolers are a pretty diverse crowd. Families come from all walks of life and choose home education for various
