Homeschool, Summer, Uncategorized, Unit Study
by Katie Julius The Olympic Games are officially underway! This weekend was filled with competitions in a number of different sports and disciplines, which continue through August 11 (the Paralympics will be held August 28 – September 8). From some of the more...
Encouragement, Homeschool, Special Learners
by Melissa Dean As mom to four children with special needs, I have made a lot of mistakes juggling family relationships. I wish I could say that the wisdom I share springs from the things I did well, but honestly, most of it comes in the form of hard-learned lessons...
Curriculum, Homeschool, Summer, Unit Study
by Katie Julius While many homeschoolers take off the summer from traditional academics, if you’re like me, you’re always looking for opportunities to learn, no matter the season. Every four years, the Summer Olympics are held, hosting thousands of athletes from more...
Homeschool, Reading, Tips Article
by Jill Wildermuth [Editorial note: Summer is a great time for reading for pleasure and to strengthen skills in a fun and relaxed way, so we launched our Summer Reading Challenge last week. This article has several ideas that might help you and your family enjoy the...
Encouragement, Homeschool, Mothers, New Homeschoolers, Socialization
by Katie Julius The most common “concern” for many families when they are considering homeschooling is “socialization.” But, there’s no reason to fear! Ask any homeschooler and they’ll tell you there’s no shortage of opportunities to meet and make friends, for both...