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(Not) Back-to-School: On the Front Porch
Everywhere but the Schoolroom: On the Front Porch Long before children sat in classrooms, they learned by living alongside their families—asking questions, observing the world
Summer Homeschool: Beach Science and Coastal History
Virginia’s coastal history is an integral part of our heritage in the Commonwealth. For many Virginia families, a trip to the beach is a cherished
How to Choose a Homeschool Co-op, Microschool, Learning Center, or Pod
Introduction In Part One (Do I Need a Homeschool Co-op?), we looked at whether your family needs a homeschool co-op. Once you decide that outside
Science in the Kitchen: Dutch Baby with Apple-Cinnamon Filling
Kitchen science can be fun and delicious! Ready to explore just how crave-worthy science can be? Then let’s head to the kitchen! In this class,
Summer Homeschool: Sunflower Science
Sunflower science is a great summer activity. Few flowers capture the joy of summer quite like the sunflower. Towering over gardens with bright golden blooms,
Fireworks and Freedom: A Homeschool Study of Science and History
Fireworks are always exciting! Few things say “summer” quite like fireworks lighting up the night sky. As your family prepares to celebrate Independence Day, why
Exploring Virginia’s Natural Legacy: Journey to 250
Our next Journey to 250 is to the wonderful Virginia State Parks. Virginia’s history is often told through battlefields, historic homes, and famous landmarks—but some
Ocean Science In Your Homeschool
There is something fascinating about the ocean. Covering more than 70 percent of Earth’s surface, it remains one of the least explored places on our
Summer Reading In Your Homeschool
Summer brings a welcome change of pace to homeschool life. The alarm clocks quiet down, the co-op calendars pause, and long afternoons stretch out with
Measuring Homeschool Growth
As the homeschool year begins to wind down, many families naturally start looking back over the months behind them. Completed math books, reading lists, science
The Meaning of Memorial Day
Here in the Old Dominion, we live in a richly diverse community that includes many military families stationed at bases throughout our state. As homeschoolers,
Tomie dePaola Homeschool Art Study
Few children’s authors have woven together storytelling, faith, and visual beauty quite like Tomie dePaola. With more than 250 books to his name, his work
Hidden Gems of Virginia: Journey to 250
As we continue our Journey to 250 with Hidden Gems of Virginia, it’s time to take a road trip—one that leads us off the main highways
E.B. White Homeschool Literature Unit Study
Few authors have shaped both how we write and how children experience literature quite like E. B. White. His stories have quietly influenced generations of
Homeschooling Freedom for a Fearless Future
Homeschooling freedom plants something lasting in your family—deep roots of faith, strong character, and a love of learning that grows year after year. The daily
Arbor Day Homeschool: Growing Learning That Takes Root
Something hopeful happens when you plant a tree. Maybe it’s the promise of shade on a hot summer day, blossoms in spring, or colorful leaves
Homeschool Botany Lesson
Spring brings longer days, warmer soil, and the quiet return of green shoots pushing up through the earth. As gardens awaken and windowsills fill with
Virginia Athletes: Journey to 250
As we continue our Journey to 250, celebrating the people who have shaped Virginia’s history and culture, it’s time to step onto the field, the
Public School Recruiting Homeschoolers: What You Need to Know
Unlike most non-public school families, parents providing home instruction must submit a Notice of Intent and evidence of progress annually to their local public school
Legislative Report: 2026 General Assembly Outcome
At the conclusion of the 2025 General Assembly session, supporters of SB1031—legislation introduced by Senator Stella Pekarsky (Democrat, 36th District, Fairfax), that removed Virginia’s fundamental
Easter Homeschool James Tissot
Easter is a time for Scripture readings, hymns, and traditions that help us reflect on the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Art can also
