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

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

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

Children have plenty of imagination to spare when it comes to building and creating, but if you'd like a modeling set that provides more guidance and inspiration for young children, take a look at Timberdoodle's Djeco Modeling Dough Prints & Shapes. We received this set in exchange for a review, and have found it to be a great addition to our homeschooling. The focus here is on shapes, colors and textures, with an easy-to-follow booklet and four reusable picture boards to create on. Using Continue Reading