Check out this Homeschool Living for creative math lesson ideas and ways to teach mathematical concepts through visuals, hands-on activities, and even music and art!
Learning toys are great tools for occupying younger students, especially if you need to review structured lessons with older siblings, work, or put babies down
by Kyndra Steinmann One of the wonderful things about homeschooling is the way it enables me to give my children the gift of time—not just
Science experiments come into their own in the fall! Changes in the natural world around us, beginning-of-the-school-year enthusiasm, and cooling temperatures starting to limit time
If you’re looking for a fun fall trip to take with your family, consider incorporating a field trip to Natural Bridge into a hands-on geology
A study on Johannes Gutenberg’s moveable-type printing press makes an excellent hands-on history lesson with nearly endless activities for students of all ages. You can
Home economics is a subject that blends seamlessly into a homeschool curriculum. Learning to cook, budget, and perform minor household repairs can impart skills that
Kick off your homeschool year with a cool history unit study, and maybe even a family field trip! On September 1, 1752, the Liberty Bell
Singing–in schools, communities, and homes–is an activity that in some ways seems like a lost art when you compare modern days to historical records. You’ve
Believe it or not, summer has flown by, and it’s time to get excited about starting a new homeschool year! Whether you’re a veteran homeschooler
Homeschooling itself can seem like a circus sometimes! Why not celebrate homeschooling fun by taking advantage of summer freedom and sunny weather? Let the kids
Sometimes the best learning happens without lesson plans or lapbooks. Challenge your kids to learn something new about a random topic–like the history of pizza!
Space Exploration for Kids Did you know the 50th anniversary of the first human moon landing is coming up on July 20? Space exploration is
Homeschooling in the summer, when the majority of public and private schooled students are running free, can be challenging. One of the amazing benefits of
Whether your summer schooling means continuing structured lessons through the season, or relaxing the schedule and taking advantage of opportunities as they come, homeschoolers know
Bubbles and balloons are the perfect tools for some “lazy” summer learning! You can use them to explore science, mathematics, art, and more. Learn the
As formal studies wind down for the summer, you may be looking for an interesting summer unit study to continue engaging your kids through your
Upcycling and repurposing, though often used interchangeably, are two different ways to help reuse items and save them from ending up in landfills. Essentially, upcycling
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With summer fast approaching, take advantage of the warm weather and create a fun strawberry unit study with plenty of activities and science, health, agriculture,
Teaching robotics and other STEM subjects can be an overwhelming undertaking–especially if STEM is not your specialty!–but it is a fascinating topic with increasing prevalence
As we celebrate Jesus’ resurrection this Sunday, spend some time to take to heart His final words on earth: “Go therefore and make disciples of
Passover was an important event in both Christian and Jewish history and incorporating a Passover study or celebration into your family’s homeschool living is one
A geography unit study can be a great way to incorporate art, history, games, and even some fun outdoor adventure into your homeschool curriculum. Check
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If you’ve got a collection of buttons hiding in your sewing kit or collecting dust on a shelf, pull them out and try jumpstarting a
Spring is finally almost here! The clocks have moved forward and the first day of spring is just around the corner. It may not seem
While they may not be practical for everyday, subscription boxes can add some fun surprises to your curriculum. They could be used to spark interest
If you’re looking for an interesting topic to focus on for a history–or music or art!–lesson, check out these Star-Spangled Banner lesson plan ideas and create your
February is Home Education Month in Virginia, and it provides an excellent opportunity for homeschoolers to share their reasons for homeschooling and promote the benefits of homeschooling in
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