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May 31, 2020
Who could have imagined how our world would change in just a few months? Even so, we continue to put our hope and trust in
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American History: Oregon Trail Unit Study
May 27, 2020
A homeschool unit study is a great way to incorporate a variety of activities into your study of American history. Check out these creative resources
Teaching Patience: Finding Joy in the Wait
May 20, 2020
Patience is a hard lesson to learn–and teach! And yet, one of the greatest blessings of homeschooling is that it allows us the opportunity to
Virginia Homeschool Events | HEAV
May 13, 2020
Find out all about the Virginia homeschool events that are coming up over the next few weeks! These are reader-submitted events that are of interest
2020 Homeschool Testing
May 12, 2020
Q. Is it correct that I don’t need to submit test results unless I want to? A. The testing and evaluation law has changed for
2020 Testing Waived Because of COVID-19
May 7, 2020
It’s official–assessment requirements are waived for the 2019-2020 homeschool year! Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. James Lane responded to HEAV’s request to waive assessment results
Building a Life of Prayer
May 6, 2020
As homeschoolers, we have the privilege of praying for our children as they go through their school day. It is a gift to stop and
Creative Learning with Cartoons
April 29, 2020
Cartooning is an excellent way to introduce the skill of drawing to students. Its relatable, simplified format allows students of all ages to participate and
NEWS ALERT: Testing and Covid-19
April 28, 2020
Dear Friend, On Friday, April 24, Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. James Lane announced a waiver for end-of-year testing and evaluations for homeschoolers in a
History Course Online – Free for HEAV Members!
April 27, 2020
from Patriot Academy and Rick Green Whether you’ve been homeschooling for years or suddenly find yourself thrust into the amazing opportunity to school from home,
What My Father Taught Me By Being a Mentor
April 23, 2020
by Mike Cheney My mentor experience began when I was thirteen and my brother Jay was ten and we first went into business for ourselves.
Building a College Resume
April 23, 2020
by Jason M. Smith Pick a college, any college–and build a college resume. That school wants to be able to say that it had so
Finding Support When You Homeschool a Child with Special Needs
April 23, 2020
“Every person is made in the image of God, so each one is valuable.” by Kathy Kuhl Homeschoolers who have children with special needs need
Homeschooling a Child Who Learns Differently
April 23, 2020
Kathy Kuhl Often parents ask me about starting to homeschool. Here’s what I’d say to anyone starting out: Don’t Panic You’ve always been responsible for
Adapting Curriculum for Your Child with Special Needs
April 22, 2020
by Judi Munday, M.A.; M. Ed. Parents who teach more than one child find it challenging to individualize their teaching material when teaching a child
Learning Styles Crash Course
April 21, 2020
Learning Styles Crash Course by Joyce Herzog It took me ten years to become a good teacher. You don’t have ten years, so here is
Four-Year Plan for Homeschooling Teens through High School
April 21, 2020
by Janice Campbell Here is an academically-oriented plan for homeschooling teens through high school, with an emphasis on preparing for life after high school. Even
High School on the Horizon
April 21, 2020
by Diane Kummer Homeschool parents are a varied lot! Some of you have been teaching high school for many years, and because you are veteran
Homeschool Curriculum 911
April 21, 2020
by Patricia Marie Okay, so you’ve read through the steps to start homeschooling in Virginia and you’ve let your superintendent know that you are home
Three Vital Qualities to Being Able to Teach High School at Home
April 17, 2020
by Diane Kummer Homeschooling in the teen years can cause great doubt for many reasons. “Can I really do this?” “What if I mess up?”
Working Mom: Help for Mom-preneurs
April 16, 2020
by Connie Albers As a working mom–or “mom-preneur, “I wish I could say I did everything right, but I didn’t. There were times I’d work
An Apple A Day Makes a Simple Homeschool Unit Study
April 15, 2020
With apple trees bursting into bloom all around us, now is a great time to consider putting together a homeschool unit study focusing on apples
Seven Tips for Managing Your Home Office
April 15, 2020
by Debbie Williams As a home office business owner you can budget your finances, create whiz-bang proposals, and effectively maintain a client list. But when it
A Homeschool Working Parent: Is there Such a Thing?
April 14, 2020
by Desi Harley As a single homeschool working parent, I get a puzzled look every time I tell someone I homeschool both my daughters. The question
Wanna Be a Work-at-Home Mom?
April 14, 2020
The Pitfalls and Possibilities of Being a WAHM by Carol Topp Working at home while homeschooling can provide a very attractive and flexible environment for
Is Your Home Interfering with Your Homeschooling?
April 13, 2020
By Tracy Klicka When I began homeschooling my first child in 1990, I had no idea that within ten years I’d be teaching seven children
Learning Through Preschool Play
April 11, 2020
Learning Through Play by Emily Krisko Children have an undeniable thirst to learn. If you have ever been driving a car while a child barrages
Relaxing Over Preschool
April 11, 2020
by Mary Kay Smith In our house, it is clear that all men are not created equal. In fact, the self-evident truths suggest very strongly
Things We’re Glad We Did
April 10, 2020
by Hal & Melanie Young Recently someone who listens to our podcast said she’d heard lots of people referring to their mistakes or regrets about
The Effects of Omega-3 on Health, Behavior, and School
April 9, 2020
The Effects of Omega-3 on Health, Behavior, and School by Dianne Craft, MA, CNHP Sometimes a subject comes up that is so wide-reaching in its
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