Religious Freedom in Your Homeschool
January 16, 2019
It’s not hard to find examples of the controversy surrounding the First Amendment and the definition of religious freedom in America. You can turn on
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Feathered Friends for Your Homeschool
January 9, 2019
Introduce a study on birds into your homeschool to explore concepts in science, art, conservation, and more. Winter birding is an excellent way to get
All About Peanuts
October 31, 2018
by Megan Bittner Are you looking for a fun topic to explore in history, science, cooking, and more? Check out these ideas for homeschool lessons
Bible Study In Your Homeschool
October 24, 2018
by Megan Bittner One of the greatest freedoms afforded to homeschooling families is the ability to incorporate the subjects we find most important into our
Teaching Teens to Drive…Safely
October 17, 2018
by Megan Bittner Teaching your teen to drive may be the most nerve-wracking course you teach as part of your homeschool. Whether you opt to
Bats, Caves, and Echolocation
October 10, 2018
by Megan Bittner A unique unit study is a fun way to add some interest to the midterm slumps. In this Homeschool Living post, explore
Keeping Your Homeschool Healthy
October 3, 2018
by Megan Bittner With cold and flu season upon us, now is the perfect time to incorporate some soap science into your homeschool. Modeling good
Hands-On Botany and Fall Gardens
September 26, 2018
by Megan Bittner As fall brings cooler temperatures, you’ll want to start thinking about winterizing your yard and garden. Take advantage of this time to
Backyard Bees & Beekeeping
September 12, 2018
by Megan Bittner Bees are one of the most important creatures to humans on earth. It is estimated that one third of the food we
Backyard Bees & Beekeeping
September 12, 2018
by Megan Bittner Bees are one of the most important creatures to humans on earth. It is estimated that one third of the food we
Powerful Keys to Emergency Preparedness
September 5, 2018
by Megan Bittner We don’t want to consider the possibility of a tragedy such as a natural disaster affecting our families. But preparing for emergencies
Simple Living and Homeschooling
August 29, 2018
by Megan Bittner Does the thought of surprise guests make you want to draw the blinds and lock the door? Is your “quality family time”
Teaching Foreign Language In Your Homeschool
August 22, 2018
by Megan Bittner Ciao! Comment allez-vous? Gracias a todos por leer nuestro blog! What better time to start a new language course than the start
Gearing Up for Fall
August 15, 2018
by Megan Bittner What does your homeschool plan look like? How does it flow through the year? Whether you’re a natural planner or more inclined
Summer Art: Capturing Color with Pointillism
August 8, 2018
by Megan Bittner Whether or not you break from homeschooling over the summer, lesson topics that lend themselves to incorporating multiple subjects are excellent ways
Light Up the Night Sky: Homeschool Astronomy
August 1, 2018
by Megan Bittner Next weekend, August 11-13, the Perseid meteor shower will reach its peak visibility, offering the perfect opportunity to explore astronomy with your
The Dog Days of Summer
July 23, 2018
by Megan Bittner Have you ever wondered where this phrase comes from? You might be surprised to find out that it doesn’t actually have anything
Swimming: Taking Homeschooling to the Water
July 15, 2018
Swimming is one of the most popular summer activities, and for homeschoolers it can be much more than a “fun-in-the-sun” afternoon at the pool. Learning
Celebrating Independence
June 25, 2018
Celebrate the 4th of July—Independence Day—with more than picnics and fireworks this year! Check out the Homeschool Classroom for some great ideas for teaching the
Water Works: Teaching Sustainable Living
June 18, 2018
by Megan Bittner Water is one of our most precious resources and conserving and using it wisely is a great responsibility. Simple water conservation and
Father’s Day
June 11, 2018
by Megan Bittner Father’s Day is this weekend! Explore this week’s Virginia Homeschool Classroom for some great ways to spend time with dad, recipes and
Bubbles & Balloons: Fun Summer Experiments for Your Homeschool
May 28, 2018
by Megan Bittner Bubbles and balloons are the perfect tools for some “lazy” summer learning! You can use them to explore science, mathematics, art, and
Honoring Memorial Day In Your Homeschool
May 20, 2018
By Megan Bittner In the Old Dominion, we live in a very diverse community that includes many military families stationed at various bases throughout our
Biking Adventures for Homeschoolers
May 14, 2018
May is National Bike Month. As the school year comes to a close and the warm weather has finally arrived in Virginia, homeschoolers across the
Mother’s Day!
May 7, 2018
by Megan Bittner Happy Mother’s Day! There are tons of great ways to share some quality time with your family this weekend. Kids can browse
Samuel Morse: Morse Code and Secret Codes
April 23, 2018
by Megan Bittner Codes have been used throughout history to communicate, signal distress, and transmit secret information. One of the most recognizable codes is Morse
Count Me In: Teaching Kids About Money and Finances
April 16, 2018
by Megan Bittner Is it ever too early to start learning how to save and spend money wisely? Answer this question in this week’s Homeschool
Growing Selfless Children
April 9, 2018
by Megan Bittner “How wonderful it is that no one need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.” – Anne Frank And
National Library Week
April 2, 2018
by Megan Bittner Next week is National Library Week. Take the opportunity to explore, rediscover, and share the importance and impact of libraries in your
Growing Gardeners: 25 Ways to Include Gardening in Your Homeschool
March 18, 2018
by Megan Bittner Now that spring has sprung (yesterday was the season’s first day, believe it or not!), it’s time to start planning and planting
