Submarine Day Unit Study
April 12, 2021
There are a few different dates noted as “Submarine Day,” one of which is this Saturday, April 17th. There seems to be some debate as
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Homeschool Horticulture Unit Study
April 7, 2021
Springtime is the best time to study the growing things all around you. Plants in your backyard, flowers in your garden, and trees in your
Homeschool Entomology: Lucky Ladybugs
March 24, 2021
Entomology, the study of insects, is a fascinating topic for a homeschool unit study. Whether you explore a wide overview of insects in general or
It’s Moving Day: Animal Migration
March 17, 2021
by Megan Mora Fuentes You might have already noticed the flocks of birds moving through your hometown on their annual migration north. There are thousands
Folk Heroes and Tall Tales
March 10, 2021
by Megan Mora Fuentes You can draw inspiration for your homeschool unit studies through a variety of historical events and commemorations. March 11 is National
Natural Science: Why Butterflies Matter
March 3, 2021
by Megan Mora Fuentes If you’ve been blessed with some warmer weather this past week, you’ve probably started looking for some new spring unit study
Rainbow Unit Studies for Homeschool
February 24, 2021
by Megan Mora Fuentes Believe it or not, springtime is around the corner! A rainbow unit study is a great way to take advantage of
Backyard Birding
February 10, 2021
by Megan Mora Fuentes Introduce a study on birds into your homeschool to explore concepts in science, art, conservation, and more. Winter birding is an
5 Exciting Reasons to Homeschool
February 3, 2021
by Megan Mora Fuentes February is Home Education Month in Virginia, and it provides an excellent opportunity for homeschoolers to share their reasons for homeschooling
Groundhog Day and Weather Prediction Folklore
January 27, 2021
Groundhog Day is celebrated each February 2 throughout the United States and Canada, and is a fun example of a folk legend weather prediction. Check
Homeschool Opposite Day Activities
January 20, 2021
by Megan Mora Fuentes Sometimes you can teach a lesson with some silly fun even better than with a serious study session. January 25 is
Creative Homeschooling: Your Family Quilt
January 13, 2021
Creative Homeschooling: Your Family Quiltby Megan Mora Fuentes After the excitement of the holidays dies down, all the decorations are put away, and things start to go
Five Creative Ways to Welcome the New Year
January 5, 2021
by Megan Mora Fuentes At the end of a year that presented a lot of challenges and difficulty for many, it can be easy to
Creative Homeschool Geography: Around the World on a Cookie Tray
December 16, 2020
The Christmas season, with help from some creative homeschool geography, can be the perfect time to incorporate some holiday baking lessons into your homeschool. There
Learning to Give – Easy Handmade Gifts and Crafts
December 9, 2020
A lot of children are very familiar with the joy of receiving gifts—especially around holiday time! But these easy handmade gifts are beautiful tools to
Advent and Celebrating the Birth of Christ: 2000 Years in the Making
December 2, 2020
by Megan Mora Fuentes Advent is a time of anticipation and reflection for many––and as homeschoolers, we always look for ways to bring our “living”
Gratitude: Counting Your 1000+ Blessings
November 18, 2020
Learning gratitude, 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
Five Homeschool Literature Study Ideas: Robert Louis Stevenson
November 11, 2020
As the weather gets cooler, a fun literature study is a great way to spend some cozy fall afternoons. Incorporating independent reading and family read-aloud
You DON’T Snooze You Lose: Healthy Sleep Habits for Your Homeschool
October 28, 2020
You’re probably looking forward to the end of Daylight Saving Time this weekend for some healthy sleep. That one “extra” hour of sleep can seem
Does Your Vote Count?: Representation and the Electoral College
October 21, 2020
by Megan Mora Fuentes To vote is to have a voice. Election Day is the perfect opportunity to teach kids voting, how the electoral college
Homeschool History: 100s of Years in the Making
October 14, 2020
Homeschool History: Revolutionary War Unit Studyby Megan Mora Fuentes Getting inspiration for your homeschool history unit study can be as easy as looking at the
Family Homeschool Activities
October 7, 2020
Turning Your Nature Walks into a Unit Study by Megan Mora Fuentes The family homeschool is the best way to be able to tailor lessons
Creative Teaching with Drama
September 30, 2020
You’ve probably already realized that effective teaching requires a certain dramatic element! Even if the drama is merely in your displayed enthusiasm as a means
Gearing Up for Fall: Your Homeschool Schedule
September 23, 2020
by Megan Mora Fuentes What does your homeschool schedule look like? How does your plan flow through the year? Whether you’re a natural planner or
Homeschool Geology: Rock Collecting
September 16, 2020
by Megan Mora Fuentes Today is National Collect Rocks Day–a great low-key way to bring some spontaneity and celebration to your homeschool geology lessons! Take
Teaching Life Skills: You Keep Me in Stitches
September 9, 2020
Fun Sewing Activities for Kids by Megan Bittner When you plan your homeschool curriculum, you likely include some life skills that you want your children
Neither Rain Nor Snow: Postal Service Unit Study
September 2, 2020
by Megan Bittner Postal Service Homeschool Unit Study Kick off your school year with a unique homeschool unit study! Neither Rain Nor Snow Day on
Homeschool Handi-kids: DIYs & Tool Safety
August 26, 2020
by Megan Bittner Homeschooling is about so much more than reading, writing, and ‘rithmetic! Incorporating learning into everyday homeschool living is one of the greatest
Homeschool Adventures: Geocaching
August 19, 2020
by Megan Bittner What afternoon homeschool adventures wouldn’t be made better by the element of a treasure hunt? Geocaching combines the thrill of the hunt
Sea Creatures Unit Study | HEAV
August 12, 2020
by Megan Bittner Sea creatures make fantastic unit study subjects. Some of the most awe-inspiring ocean dwellers share some physical similarities but boast an incredible
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