Being the oldest of seven kids, I was reluctantly appointed the family’s official tutor from a very young age. My parents weren’t very educated and so
6 Homeschool Tips From Homeschool Bloggers
6 Homeschool Tips From Homeschool Bloggers
When you’re first considering homeschool, whether it is your child’s first educational experience or you’re switching paths, it’s an exciting and
50 Family Snack Recipes from Bloggers
50 Family Snack Recipes from Bloggers
These family snack recipes are sure to be a hit amongst your children. Bring the classroom to the kitchen and practice fractions, or form a positive
11 Tips for Homeschooling a Distracted Child
11 Tips for Homeschooling a Distracted Child
Homeschooling a child who is easily distracted can be a frustrating challenge, especially when you have other kids. Here are some ideas on how to keep
15 Homeschool Burnout Tips from Bloggers
15 Homeschool Burnout Tips from Bloggers
"The best laid plans of mice and men gang aft agley." That's Robert Burns. But maybe you haven't gotten that far in British Lit this year, because it
What Does Homeschooling in the Military Look Like?
What Does Homeschooling in the Military Look Like?
In a recent post on the Department of Education blog, the staff interviewed a military homeschool family. The writers introduce the interview by
What This Homeschooled Chess Champion Teaches Us About Talent
What This Homeschooled Chess Champion Teaches Us About Talent
Fabiano Caruana is really good at chess. The 26 year old American is a grandmaster, and he is ranked second in the world after narrowly losing to
5 Back to Homeschool Traditions
5 Back to Homeschool Traditions
Commemorating new seasons in our life is a healthy practice, for adults and children alike. Marking time with a tradition or special memory gives us a
Calendar Management Skills for Your School Year
Calendar Management Skills for Your School Year
Over my years of homeschooling, I have found in my personal circle that we were divided into two camps: those of us who are the planners and the list