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World Cup Activities for Kids
Soccer or Football? World Cup Activities for Kids This year’s World Cup tournament presents the perfect opportunity to wrap up the fall semester with a

Probation for Low Test Scores
Probation for Low Test Scores Why Support HEAV? HEAV Stands with You… …when you stand up to school officials. Probation for Sub-Test Scores Often, a

Archaeology Unit Study
History Mysteries: Exploring Archaeological Discoveries Archaeology is a fascinating topic for a unit study, and there are tons of great hands-on archaeology activities that can

Military Families and Driver Education
Military Families and Driver Education Q. We are a military family, and I don’t have a Virginia driver’s license. Can I teach my child to

Fall Unit Study
Learning For All Seasons: Fall Unit Study Unit studies are a great way to engage students in a variety of subjects–even ones that may not

Bats, Caves, and Echolocation
A unique unit study is a fun way to add some interest to the midterm slumps. In this Homeschool Living, explore the world of bats

Taking Preschoolers to the Convention
By Kyndra Steinmann Since the HEAV Convention is a family event—and a time when parents are looking at curricula and trying to attend workshops—the question

Fall Homeschool Pumpkin Unit Study!
Fall Homeschool Pumpkin Unit Study by Megan Mora Fuentes Start your fall homeschooling with a “basic” pumpkin unit study that is anything but basic! Hammer

The Blessing of Homeschooling Boys
Homeschooling Boys The Blessing of Homeschooling Boys by Megan Mora Fuentes National Sons Day is today, September 28! Take the opportunity to appreciate, celebrate, and

The Blessing of Homeschooling Girls
With National Daughters Day coming up on September 25, now is the perfect time to show your love and appreciation for your daughter and her

Emergency Preparedness Home First Aid Kit
Emergency Preparedness: Building and Using Your First Aid Kit It’s important to have a family emergency plan and know how to deal with disasters and

Hot Air Balloon Unit Study
Hot Air Homeschool A fun way to decide on a unit study topic is to look for anniversaries of interesting events in history and build

The First 5 Children’s Authors Your Child Should Know
5 Children’s Authors Your Child Should Know by Megan Mora Fuentes September is National Literacy Month, the perfect time to introduce some of the best

STEM Basics: Computers, Coding & Application
With the increasing application of computers and technology in many career fields, teaching computer science–basics and beyond–has become more important than ever. But it can

Sports Access Position
Sports Access Position Q. What is HEAV’s position on homeschoolers’ access to public school sports? A. The rules and regulations of statewide competitions are overseen

Homeschooling On The Go
Homeschooling On The Road Homeschooling on the go is becoming more popular and for some families, it is a necessity. One of the main benefits

Traveling Homeschoolers Compliance
How to File as a Traveling Homeschooler Q: Our homeschool family travels a lot. How do we comply with the homeschool law? A: Traveling Homeschoolers Compliance

Leaders, It’s OK to Say No
by Sheri Payne In my own leadership journey, I’ve discovered something powerful. It’s the courage to say NO. We humans have some beliefs about success.

Summer Homeschool Water Learning Activities
Summer Homeschool: Best Water Activities for Learning Summer homeschooling calls for tons of hands-on, outdoor activities, and water learning activities perfect for the hot days!

Homeschool STEM: Summer Science Experiments
Summer is the perfect time to try some messy outdoor activities and science experiments. Check out these great summer science experiments for some creative ways

Summer Sensory Activities
Sensory Summer Activities for Your Homeschool Sensory activities and outside summertime are perfect for some fun with learning through hands-on focus in your homeschool. You’ll