Today we’re taking a deep-dive into Spanish 1 for middle schoolers with Mas Spanish! Mas Spanish is a complete online Spanish 1 course offering structured and guided coursework and practice that can be completed independently as your students learn the basics of the language. Disclosure: We received this product free of charge and compensation for…
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In this project-based learning experience, students will work collaboratively to design and plan a community garden from scratch, taking into account factors such as space utilization, plant selection, and sustainability. This real-world project will encourage students to develop essential skills in research, teamwork, and problem-solving while fostering an understanding of community and environmental stewardship. Project-Based…
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Homeschool Science Kits from MEL Science. Our experience and review of MEL Kids and MEL Chemistry: hands-on science and STEM subscriptions boxes for kids.
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Doing a homeschool nature study might seem daunting, but it shouldn’t be. These 35+ simple tools and activities will get you out the door!
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If your kids are burnt out, frustrated, or bored, it’s time to figure out how to make homeschool fun again! 50+ FANTASTIC ideas for parents!
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A guide to choosing the best phonics curriculum for your family. Plus, a comparison of ten top learn-to-read programs for homeschoolers.
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Our experience and recommendations for using Moving Beyond the Page, a rich and thorough all-in-one homeschool curriculum.
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Can kids really learn from apps? Our list of the BEST educational apps for each subject area!
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What is alternative education? Answers to your question plus 4 options for your child.
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“Are there any ways you know of that I can help my child focus naturally?” This came up in conversations with parents all the time when I was a teacher. Sometimes, it was the first question after a diagnosis of ADHD from parents hoping to avoid a medical treatment route. Other parents had tried some…
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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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Today, I’d like to share an excerpt from a play I’m writing titled: “Independent Work in the Homeschool.” Enter CHILDREN CHILD #1: MOM! Mommy! Mom-mom-mom-mooooooom! FRAZZLED MOTHER: What is it? I’m trying to teach your brother about decimals. CHILD #2: I need to ask you a question. CHILD #1: I was here first! FRAZZLED MOTHER:…
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I’m excited to share a review of the PRIDE Reading Program. We tried the Yellow Book Program Kit – Level 1. PRIDE is designed for students who struggle with learning to read but can be used by anyone. It’s also multi-sensory, meaning your child won’t spend the entire lesson in front of a workbook.
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If you’ve got a kid who hates writing, this one’s for you. The two things that helped us turn the corner (finally).
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Many parents, at some point, realize their child might need learning accommodations for ADHD symptoms in order to learn effectively. Whether they’re homeschooling, distance learning, or going to brick-and-mortar schools, ADHD symptoms can be tricky and require some alternative methods. Of course, no child is alike, even those that share an ADHD diagnosis! As I…
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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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Easy and FUN homeschool Spanish curriculum in a surprise box! Check out our review of this unique alternative to foreign language instruction at home.
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As the weather starts getting blustery and chill, parents everywhere are scrambling to find outdoor winter activities for their kids. Everyone can think of the obvious ones like sledding, ice skating, and building a snowman. Yet somehow, even before Christmas, your kids are going to be complaining that they’ve “already done that.” I still say…
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If you have a kid that is over the moon about marine life under the sea, have I got a recommendation for you! Check out this post for our thoughts about More Fish Faces, connections for a marine life unit study, and a giveaway!
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What could be better than combining our love for literature and nature than a GIANT list of books about nature for kids? You know you’ll need this at some point. Maybe you’ve got a gift-giving holiday or a kid’s birthday coming up. Maybe it’s too cold out right now, but you’re dying to get some…
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