Do you have a dedicated homeschool space? Do you have a classroom, or office, for homeschool use? When I first started homeschooling, I thought that I needed one. Over time, I’ve realized that, for our family, the best learning happens at our kitchen island, or on our back patio, or entirely outside of the home….
Gifted Homeschooling Curriculum: Pre-K, K, and 2nd grade
I always refer to this post as “the one I almost didn’t write” and, gosh, I’m glad I did. Our resource-dabbling resonated with so many parents out there. If you are interested in reading about our 2016-17 plans, please click here. Gifted Homeschooling Curriculum: {Pre-K, K, and 2nd grade} I almost didn’t write this post, folks….
Teaching Children Shakespeare at Home
Shakespeare strikes fear into the heart of many, doesn’t he? I can remember studying Shakespeare back in high school. At first, I felt as if I was unlocking another language. I enjoyed the challenge, but many of my classmates and friends grumbled. And I’m not sitting here claiming to be a Shakespeare expert. Quite the…
5 Wonderful Homeschool Secrets No One Will Tell You
When people find out I am homeschooling my children, they say certain things. Well-intentioned comments like: Wow, I could never do that! What do you do all day? I’m not sure I could spend that much time with my kids. You must have so much patience. I get these comments from everyone, from my close…
Music Appreciation in the Early Years
When I was very young, I watched a clip on Sesame Street that left an impression on me to this very day. Maybe you know the one. The clip showed a young girl running up a few steps to a stage, where she quickly sits on a metal folding chair. A few seconds later, violinist…
Unleash Creativity Using A 3D Drawing Pen
Oh my goodness, folks! We have had the most amazing week of art and creativity. Don’t you just love weeks like that? Everyone is calmer and happier after having the chance to get creative! But first… the back story. Have you seen those 3D printers? Have you ever tried one? I’ve been fascinated by them for a…
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