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Cozy Homeschool: C.S. Lewis and The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
November 29th marks C.S. Lewis Day, a time to celebrate the life and works of one of the most beloved authors of the 20th century.
Trump’s Agenda 47 Pledge to Homeschool Families
Q. What is President-elect Donald Trump’s “Pledge to Homeschool Families” and what does it mean for Virginia Homeschoolers? A. In one of President-elect Trump’s Agenda 47
Are You Charlotte Mason?
Am I Charlotte Mason? ( A Day in the Life) When I describe my day to other homeschooling friends, I often get the question, “So
Cozy Homeschool: Tea Unit Study
Part of the fun of homeschooling is finding creative ways to engage with and learn about the world around you. You can combine educational and
Cozy Homeschool: Teddy Bears
Teddy bears have a special place in the hearts of children and adults alike. The cuddly companions have been a beloved staple in children’s lives
Debt-Free College Workshop
November 14 at 8 p.m. Path to College Walk; Don’t Run: The Path to College Is Already Paved for You. Believe it or not, homeschoolers
Governor Signs Bill to Repeal Changes to Military Education Program
Since its inception in 1996, many military education families homeschooling in Virginia have benefited from the Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Education Program (VMSDEP). The
Homeschool Roller Skating
As October rolls in, so does National Roller Skating Month, a perfect occasion to incorporate this fun activity into your homeschool curriculum. Roller skating isn’t
Fall Unit Study: Wolves
Whether you’ve a wildlife enthusiast or two in your homeschool, or you’re looking for a fascinating topic for a short homeschool unit study this fall,
Cookie Art Class
Holiday baking in your future? A fun cookie art class is a great way to get some new ideas and bond with your kids over
Chess In Your Homeschool
What if you could introduce one simple game into your homeschool curriculum that would build your child’s confidence, teach responsibility, improve problem solving skills, strengthen
Random Acts of Poetry Day
The second Wednesday of October has been celebrated as Random Acts of Poetry Day for almost ten years now. It’s a bit of a mystery
Fall Homeschool Corn Unit Study
Sometimes, all it takes to shake up your fall homeschool routine is to look at a common item from a different perspective. Check out this
Hurricane Unit Study
Hurricanes, those awe-inspiring yet formidable natural phenomena, can both fascinate and frighten. With the Atlantic hurricane season in full swing, now is a great time
We The People: Celebrating Constitution Day In Your Homeschool
Constitution Week begins next week with Constitution Day on September 17, making this the perfect time to introduce some fun activities and games into your
Geology of Minecraft
One of the world’s most popular games is Minecraft™, and now you can study the REAL rocks and minerals of those precious blocks and ores—with
All-in-One, Online Curriculum – Free Trial
What’s that one pain-point course you feel you need a little help with when teaching your kids? Do you have students who are a little
Homeschool Day at the 65th VNA Annual Convention & Coin Show
Virginia Numismatic Association (VNA) 65th Annual Convention & Coin Show Calling all homeschoolers, young numismatists, parents, and teachers: Coin collecting is a wonderful hobby! There
3 Lessons For Boys
“The greatest tribute a boy can give to his father is to say, ‘When I grow up, I want to be just like my dad.’
Member Benefit: Test Discount!
Even though the school year is just gearing up, it’s a good time to think about testing and what that will look like for you
Office Volunteer Help
Call for HEAV Office Volunteers Homeschooling is growing and the HEAV office is very busy! Our goal is to provide a live voice on the
