One big hurdle that homeschoolers often run into is trying to get work completed amid daily distractions. In a traditional school, you aren't interrupted by phone calls, sibling squabbles or visits from the package man! But with many parents choosing to opt out of public school this fall due to Covid restrictions, studying at home effectively is a must. Here are some ways you can teach and learn with less distraction in a home setting. Have a Written Plan When it's on paper, you're a Continue Reading
Homeschooling is Not a Privilege, It’s a Right
Is homeschooling a privilege, something that's only really possible for those with extra time, extra income and a certain level of education? Is it only for the elite? Fortunately, the answer is no. Homeschooling is a right. And it's a right more and more parents are interested in right now. A recent poll showed 40 percent of parents are more likely to pursue it after the coronavirus lock downs end. It's really not surprising, given that some schools are going to look and feel more restricted Continue Reading
Educational Games to Enjoy With Your Toddler
"Mama, please play a game with me!" This is something the parents of young children hear a lot, and it can be tricky to find a game that's on their level but not yawn-inducing for everyone else who's playing along. I just found a really cute little game that fills the bill and it's called Animal Bingo. Packaged in a sturdy box with a carry handle, Animal Bingo is made for children ages 2 and up and is both quick to learn and enjoyable to play. It just came into stock at Timberdoodle, the Continue Reading
Homeschool Biology, Chemistry, and Physics: Advice from an Expert
Has your experience with homeschool science been positive or negative? It can certainly be challenging when it's not a subject that you're fluent in. And it may get more difficult as your students grow and the curriculum becomes more complicated. Earlier this year, I shared some tips from science professor, Greg Landry. Here's his latest advice about doing science right! This guest post is sponsored by College Prep Science, copyright 2020 I recently talked with a homeschool mom of four Continue Reading
FREE and Cheap Resources for Teaching Children at Home
School closures and job uncertainty have American parents not only seeking out home learning resources, but ones that are free or inexpensive. This list is for you! But first, this book is a must-have for any parent who's homeschooling on a budget. Homeschool Your Child for Free has been a consistent best-seller since its release in 2000, and has been newly revised and updated: Free Worksheets I've been using these sites for years to print supplemental worksheets for my Continue Reading
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