What is alternative education? Answers to your question plus 4 options for your child.
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Why have a nature classroom?
The nature classroom is not a recent phenomenon. Aside from the obvious health benefits, here’s why you should have one, too!
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Backyard Natural Playground: A Space for Experimentation & Play
Creating a natural backyard playground is an easy, fun, and extremely cost effective project. Find ideas here for creating a space for experimentation and play!
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Healthy Mindset for Homeschool Management Success
Guys, the Homeschool Resource Room mailbag is just about bursting with questions about homeschool management. “How do I teach all of these children at once??” “How do I get laundry, and dinner, and potty training all done on top of homeschooling?” “Aglksdjklgheislkjsd HELP!” Ok, so that last one might not sound like a question about…
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Independent Work: 5 Strategies for Encouraging Independence at Home
Today, I’d like to share an excerpt from a play I’m writing titled: “Independent Work in the Homeschool.” Sound familiar? I know it’s a scene that’s currently playing out in households across the world, and I’m guessing it’s made an appearance in your own living room recently. Trying to wear all your hats- parent, teacher,…
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5 Awesome Reasons to Try Homeschool Unit Studies!
Have you ever thought of trying out homeschool unit studies? Maybe you’ve heard of them before, but figured it was just another activity. Maybe you didn’t quite get how they worked, and were afraid to ask. Or maybe you’ve never even heard of homeschool unit studies in the first place. Friend, let me set your…
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Professional and GORGEOUS Homeschool Printing: Family Nest Review
Beautiful, affordable, on-demand homeschool printing by Family Nest Printing.
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Make Teaching Writing at Home Easy & FUN
Fun for kids and easy for parents, WriteShop Primary is an excellent choice for teaching writing. I am so psyched to use it this year! This engaging, hands-on program will help your child become a better writer and make the entire process stress-free.
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Our SIMPLE Kindergarten Homeschool Curriculum for 2020
Last time I wrote about kindergarten homeschool curriculum, I had a list as long as my arm. This time around, I need to keep it SIMPLE. In fact for my youngest child’s kindergarten year, we’re only using two things. For a full list of your secular homeschool curriculum options, see our Secular Homeschool Curriculum Guide.…
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How to create a daily homeschool schedule
I’ve got a series of questions to help you clarify what’s most important to creating your daily schedule. I’ve also included a few sample schedules so you can see how real homeschoolers are getting things done!
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Should I make a homeschool report card?
Whether or not you should create a homeschool report card is a very personal decision. Here are some tips for creating a system that honors your family’s values while still providing meaningful feedback for your child.
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Best Homeschool Writing Curriculum for Your Struggling Writer!
Choosing the right curriculum is a challenge – especially if you have a child who is struggling. Check out the top 3 reasons we chose WriteShop as our homeschool writing curriculum – and why it might be the BEST choice for you, too.
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Homeschooling Your Large Family- Best Tips and Tricks
Have no fear, you brave parent blessed with many children! While it might take some more organization and structure, you can homeschool your large family as well as any other parent can homeschool their one kid.
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The First Day of Homeschool- How to Have the Perfect Start
The first day of your homeschool won’t make or break your year, but starting on the right foot will make your life easier.
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2nd Grade Homeschool Curriculum: Our Top Picks for 2020
Our Top Picks for 2nd Grade Homeschool Curriculum 2020. What we’re using, why, and is it a good fit for your child.
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5th Grade Homeschool Curriculum: What We’re Using in 2020-21
Our Top Picks for 5th Grade Homeschool Curriculum 2020. What we’re using, why, and is it a good fit for YOUR family.
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Why I’m Leaving Teaching (even though I love my kids)
Thinking about leaving teaching? Why changing careers was the best choice for this teacher. #education #teaching #selfcare
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Your Homeschool Portfolio: Expert Tips for Compliance
Ready to start building your homeschool portfolio? Check out these expert tips from our contributing author, Hillary Swetz, a certified teacher who performs year-end portfolio reviews for homeschool families. #homeschool #homeschoolportfolio #recordkeeping
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Moving Beyond the Page Review: All-in-One Homeschool Curriculum
Excited to share our Moving Beyond the Page review – PLUS 3 tips on how to make it more affordable for your family! #homeschool #secularhomeschool #homeschooling #education #mbtp #movingbeyondthepage
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Online Schools Pros and Cons: How to tell if online school is right for your child with special needs
Online Schools Pros and Cons: How to tell if online school is right for your child with special needs #onlineschool #elearning #homeschool
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