Six-string Summer Fun: Guitar Unit Study for Homeschool
June 15, 2022
Summer is the perfect time to introduce a special activity or try something new in your homeschool. The relaxed atmosphere of summer homeschool gives you
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Harnessing the Power of the Sun: Solar Energy
June 8, 2022
A unit study on solar energy is the perfect summer homeschool activity! Take advantage of the long days and plentiful sunshine and spend some time
Summer Homeschool: Going on a Treasure Hunt
June 1, 2022
A favorite summer homeschool activity for many families is camping and hiking–and Virginia is blessed with glorious outdoor adventure opportunities. Make them your favorites with
How to Research: Discerning Truth in Media
May 25, 2022
One of the most important things you can teach your kids is how to use logic and critical thinking as they evaluate and research the
Summer Schooling: Women in Aviation
May 18, 2022
Believe it or not, summer is just a month away! Whether your summer schooling means continuing structured lessons through the season, or relaxing the schedule
Nutrition in Your Homeschool: Food Preservation
May 11, 2022
Homeschooling gives us the unique opportunity to incorporate life skills learning into our curriculum, and to use extra-curricular activities to introduce and reinforce concepts in
The Power of Prayer in Your Homeschool
May 4, 2022
As homeschoolers, we have the privilege of demonstrating the power of prayer to our children as they go through their school day. It is a
Play Ball!: The History of An American Pastime
April 27, 2022
Few things create a more quintessentially American picture than the crack of baseball bats, hot dogs at the ball field, and playing catch in the
More Than Free Books – How to Use Libraries in Your Homeschool
April 20, 2022
National Library Week is celebrated in April each year. You may have seen signs for library book sales and commemorative events earlier this month, but
Disciples of All Nations: Missions and Missionaries
April 13, 2022
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
For the Love of Language: Poetry Studies for Your Homeschool
April 6, 2022
Connecting with a poem on a deep personal level can be a great joy. Poetry brings a beauty to language that is unique unto itself,
Jokes & Pranks in Your Homeschool
March 30, 2022
Are you and the kids going a bit stir-crazy stuck at home? How about celebrating a fun simple holiday with fun at-home activities that don’t
Crafty Homeschool: The Importance of Hands-on Learning
March 23, 2022
March is National Craft Month, and it is the perfect time to incorporate more crafting projects into your hands-on homeschool. Aside from being a key
Color Science: Teaching Color Theory In Your Homeschool
March 16, 2022
by Megan Mora Fuentes If you have a child who is interested in the fields of art or design, a solid understanding of color theory
You DON’T Snooze, You Lose! Healthy Sleep Habits for Your Homeschool
March 9, 2022
World Sleep Day, an annual celebration of sleep and a call to action on sleep-related issues, is March 18 this year. But it may be
Your Next Homeschool Field Trip
March 2, 2022
by Megan Mora Fuentes Field trips are becoming greatly anticipated this time of the year. As winter starts to wrap up and we get the
Homeschool Studies for Black History Month
February 23, 2022
Celebrate Black History month by incorporating these ideas into your homeschool lessons on African American influence. Check out these resources you can apply across your curriculum,
Winter Homeschool: Snow & Ice
February 16, 2022
Frigid temperatures and slushy roads will eventually make anyone start longing for spring, but don’t wish that snow and ice away just yet! It’s full
Going for the Gold!
February 9, 2022
The 2022 Winter Olympic games provide the perfect opportunity to incorporate some history, physical education, social studies, science, and geography into your winter homeschool. This
No Power, No Problem!: Emergency Preparedness For Your Homeschool
February 2, 2022
by Megan Mora Fuentes Being prepared for an emergency can mean the difference between life and death. Even in situations that are not necessarily life-threatening,
Homeschool Resolutions: Learning to Love Learning
January 26, 2022
One of the most popular new year’s resolutions is to learn a new skill. Whether people have realized that a new skill set would benefit
Homeschool Resolutions: Learning About Healthy Exercise
January 19, 2022
The need for more exercise is one of the most universal acknowledgements made by those who make new year’s resolutions, but it’s easy to backslide,
Homeschool Resolutions: Learning About Money & Finances
January 12, 2022
Is it ever too early to start learning financial responsibility and wise spending habits? Judging from the fact that one of the top New Year’s
Five Creative Ways to Welcome the New Year
January 5, 2022
At the end of a year that presented a lot of challenges and difficulty for many, it can be easy to want to write it
Holiday Homeschool: Practicing Joy & Gratitude
December 15, 2021
Learning to be grateful and say “thank you” isn’t always the easiest lesson to teach–or learn. In a season that often seems to focus on
Holiday Homeschool: Baking With Kids
December 8, 2021
The festive season is a perfect time to incorporate some baking lessons into your holiday homeschool. There are often extra holiday guests to bake for,
Celebrating Advent In Your Homeschool
December 1, 2021
Advent is a time of anticipation and reflection for many–and as homeschoolers, we always look for ways to bring our “living” into our “homeschool.” This
Homeschool Play: Piñatas
November 17, 2021
Homeschooling Through Play: Pinatas by Megan Mora Fuentes Learning through play and games can be one of the best methods for introducing new topics or
Honoring Veterans In Your Homeschool
November 10, 2021
Veterans make up over 10% of Virginia’s population, the second-highest percentage among the 50 states. As homeschoolers, we have the opportunity to teach our children
Homeschool STEM: Building Blocks to Skyscrapers
November 3, 2021
by Megan Mora Fuentes Incorporating a lesson or unit study in architecture into your homeschool STEM is a great way to use students’ natural enthusiasm
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