Blog
Weather Tracking Unit Study
National Weather Observers Day on May 4th is the perfect opportunity to introduce a weather tracking unit study into your homeschool. You can incorporate lessons
Telephone Unit Study
Tomorrow is National Telephone Day, which marks the anniversary of the day Alexander Graham Bell introduced his “electric speaking machine” in 1876, a revolutionary milestone
Keeping the Tabernacle Central for Family Worship
by Abraham Hamilton III Numbers 2 is a very interesting chapter. It consists of thirty-four verses containing the specific instructions YHWH gave to Moses concerning
Deaf History Month
April is National Deaf History Month, a great time to explore the history of the deaf and hard-of-hearing community, experience the beauty of American Sign
The Science and Art of Teaching Math
by Kathleen Cotter Clayton Teaching math to your children is both a science and an art. It is a science because much research has been done into
Family Discipleship Ideas for Busy Homeschooling Families
by Katie J Trent As busy homeschool parents, trying to fit everything in can be hard. Suddenly, discipleship feels more like a chore than a
The Innsbrook One-Mile Race
INNSBROOK 1-MILE RUN COMPETITION | May 4 We are excited that homeschool families are invited to participate in the 2024 Innsbrook One-Mile Run to help
Being Bold in Your Homeschool
Homeschool freedom lies in being bold. Recognizing your ability to step beyond the boundaries and align your homeschool with your family’s values and goals allows
Raising Prayer Warriors
As homeschoolers, we have the privilege of demonstrating a life of prayer to our children as they go through their day. Raising prayer warriors–children who
Virtual Class: Exploring Animal Anatomy Dissection Class
Looking to dig into biology, but wanting a little expert help? Dr. Ross is here to guide you into a hands-on journey of dissection. You’ll
Chocolate Unit Study: Homeschool STEM
Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to add some sweet lessons to your homeschool and create your own chocolate unit study. Check out this Homeschool
Convention Volunteers
Be a Part of Something BIG! 42nd Annual Virginia Homeschool ConventionJune 5–7, 2025 Graduation Coordinator The HEAV convention team is looking for an enthusiastic individual or
Winter Homeschool: Owl Unit Study
Winter is a great time to introduce a unit study on owls to your homeschool classroom. You can incorporate lessons on natural science, biology, literature,
Winter Homeschool Pine Trees and Cones
This time of year, pine trees dominate the landscape with their deep green color, sometimes the only things that look alive among all of the
Exploring Our State: The Cardinal
Take some time this winter to explore facets of our state that you may have forgotten about or not yet discovered. Take one of our
Freedom Lies in Being Bold
– Robert Frost We are losing an entire generation of our youth. We see it in the news, in our culture, in the schools, and—sadly—far
Holiday Cheer for Your Homeschool
Homeschooling around the holidays can be challenging. Busy schedules, special events, extra activities, and the general excitement of the season all contribute to distractions and
A Christmas Unit Study
The holiday season is the perfect time to integrate creative, festive themes into your curriculum. One timeless classic that resonates with the spirit of Christmas
Songs and Prayers of Thanksgiving
In a season that often seems to focus on overindulgence, being joyful in our circumstances, thankful for the things we already have, and selfless with
Turkey Learning Activities for Thanksgiving
Homeschooling through the holidays can be stressful. Why not let the holiday itself be the lesson? Keep the learning going and spend time together as
