I’m new to interactive notebooks, we just started using one this spring with my youngest and he loves it. It’s been a fun hands-on way for him to practice his letters and small words. But you know that interactive notebooks are? There are a lot of work for mom. But there is a great alternative …
I think boxed curriculum can be amazing, in fact I have used one for the past two years and loved it for the most part. I loved the set schedule, I didn’t have to think about what we were going to be doing each day or week, and we probably wouldn’t be homeschooling still without …
These multiplication booklets are perfect for learning multiplication from the beginning. Math comes super easy for some kids, they just pick it right up while others need a little more practice. There is nothing wrong with needing a little more practice and making practice a little fun, or creative help. Multiplication Booklets for Math Practice …
There is a reason that finding secular curriculum is hard, and that’s because secular homeschooling is a newer concept than those with religious views. Secular curriculum is always picked apart by homeschoolers, from the actual content to the creators of the curriculum. I wrote a post recently about curriculum that is often under fire. Why …
Teaching photography to them no matter their age seems natural, and a fun way to spend time together. I take a lot of photos, of everything, be it blog related or my kids are being silly/cute/a pain in the butt, I take pictures. With me always taking pictures my kids have naturally taken an interest …
We have found the perfect language arts program, it has spelling components, writing styles, and curriculum reading. But not all books are meant for everyone, different tastes, and likes for different people. I know I can’t read just anything, I need to be interested in the topic and storyline. Why do we expect children to …
Finding the right curriculum and materials to interest them is all it takes to stroke a love of learning. Learning to read is the best example. All three of my kids have learned to read in kindergarten, using different methods and materials, just by focusing on what interests them. Learning to Read in Kindergarten *Part …
We’re getting excited to dive into our new curriculum and learn things in the coming school year. Austin is nine this year and working on fourth grade work. Brookland is seven, working on second grade work. Gauge will be five in November, and is excited to be starting kindergarten. Our Homeschool Curriculum Picks: Grades K, …
Where can you buy secular curriculum? There are a few different options for this one, especially when you consider your budget. Homeschooling doesn’t have to break the bank, though it is so easy to get carried away. I’m frugal lady, I like to get a lot of bang for my buck, which I feel is …