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Summer Homeschool: Watermelon Unit Study

July 26, 2023

As the back-to-school season gears up, don’t forget to embrace these last few–already?!–weeks of summer. This watermelon unit study is everything you need in

Summer Homeschool: Outdoor Art

July 19, 2023

The freedom of summer lends an air of excitement and enthusiasm to outdoor play that is beautifully captured with outdoor art activities. Give your

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Summer Homeschool: Fireflies and Lightning Bugs

June 28, 2023

Lightning bugs–or fireflies!–are one of the most beautiful and unique summertime insects. There are lots of ways you can incorporate a summer homeschool lesson

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Summer Homeschool: Swimming & Water Safety

June 21, 2023

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.

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Building Your Homeschool Community

June 7, 2023

One of the most essential aspects of your homeschool journey is building homeschool connections and a network of support. Whether you are a newbie

The Importance of Teaching Cursive

May 31, 2023

In an increasingly digital world where cursive seems to be in a slow demise, it can be tempting to “write off” skills like handwriting,

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Free Time In Your Homeschool

May 17, 2023

Free play offers children much more than the opportunity to develop creative skills. True free play, undirected by adults and not dominated by electronics,

Photography Unit Study

May 10, 2023

Where are your family photos? Do you have pictures tucked away in a shoebox? On an old hard drive? Filling your phone? Explore the

Celebrating Siblings: Friends for Life

April 26, 2023

Homeschooling multiple kids together comes with its own unique set of benefits and challenges for the entire family–not the least of which is fostering

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National Picnic Day & Outdoor Learning

April 19, 2023

“There are few things so perfect as a picnic eaten in perfect comfort.” – W. Somerset Maugham National Picnic Day gives you the perfect

Gameschooling: 5 Simple Games From Around the World

March 22, 2023

Gameschooling is a powerful teaching technique using games and play activities to introduce, reinforce, and practice concepts in all different subjects. It’s become immensely

Free Outdoor Family Activities

March 15, 2023

5 Free (Or Cheap) Family Outdoors Activities Get Outside for Family Time this Spring! This time of year is one of the most exciting–when

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