If you live in a place where hot and humid air makes the weather unstable in July and August. It might be the perfect time to study different types of clouds and do this fun experiment. Start by reading a book like The Cloud Book by Tomie DePaola, and then head outside to observe clouds and talk ...
What is a Lapbook?
A lapbook is one of my favorite ways to make topics "stick" in my kids' brains. When I posted a picture of our Oceans lapbook on my Facebook page, I assumed everyone was familiar with lapbooking but apparently that is not the case. I'm excited to share how lapbooks helped our homeschool, ...
Teaching Textbooks: Curriculum Review
My husband discovered Teaching Textbooks at a homeschool convention many years ago. Frustrated with teaching math I saw it as a way out. Before Teaching Textbooks I had used Bob Jones, Abeka, Horizons, Miquon, Rod and Staff, Life of Fred (see Life of Fred review here), and ...
July Holidays and Fun Days
Are you ready for some summer fun? You might not be schooling this month, but you can always throw in some fun learning opportunities with these July Holidays and Fun Days! July Holidays and Fun Days July 4 - Independence Day Create patriotic family traditions Use these 4th of July ...
June Holidays and Fun Days
Whether you're throwing end-of-the-year homeschool parties, hitting the pool, or pressing through the summer on schedule, set aside some quality time to enjoy a few June holidays and fun days. June happens to be one of the lighter months without many holidays, so carve out some memory making ...
