Need standardized testing for homeschooling or looking for home school standard test prep for your state? We have a comprehensive guide to homeschool testing, assessment, and evaluation for homeschoolers, including choosing standardized exams for your state. We've even covered valid homeschool test alternatives to measure learning and reporting requirements for... read more →
Feb
17
Feb
11
Sometimes looking for STEM education lesson plans can be overwhelming. (There’s SO MUCH to sift through, right?) But, never fear! We have an awesome suggestion for you: It’s called Study Jams Science (and Study Jams Math). And it gives you FREE STEM projects! I love Study Jams because STEM in education doesn’t have to be... read more →
Jan
19
Deschooling definition: planned period of adjustment a child needs when transitioning from public school to homeschool. Understanding how long it takes and why the deschool process has major, necessary benefits in helping a child decompress and successfully prepare for switching to home school and formal school work. Get tips for... read more →
Jan
07
How to set up a homeschool room: Need homeschool room ideas? If you're looking for homeschool classroom storage and homeschool classroom decorating ideas, we have inexpensive learning spaces at home, including classroom makeover ideas and homeschool room setup and supplies (with homeschool room makeover pictures and video tour!)—tips that work... read more →
Jan
06
If you haven’t heard of Marie Kondo (and seen all those Marie Kondo tips floating around), you’ve probably been spending more time outside and off of social media and less time decluttering your life and trying to reach that ultimate Marie Kondo house level. (Good for you, by the way.)... read more →
Jan
03
One of the most important things you can do is to foster creativity for kids in learning. But, why is creativity important? Or, why is creativity important in early childhood education? And, how does creative play benefit a child? Before we answer these questions and go any further, let’s take a... read more →
Dec
19
Almost everyone remembers the Mary Poppins book or movie growing up, right? (No matter what generation you’re in, right?) One of the things that I love the best is that the Mary Poppins book is a great story for all ages–from tots to teens. Add in the multiple Mary Poppins... read more →
Dec
17
If you’re in any homeschooling groups, you’ve probably heard (or read) about HSLDA membership. But, what is it? And, is HSLDA membership necessary? Before we further discuss the Home School Legal Defense Association, let me first ask you a few questions: Do you keep ridiculously organized attendance records and transcripts for... read more →
Nov
17
How to pick curriculum for homeschool: What is the best homeschool curriculum for elementary through high school (or the best homeschooling curriculum for multiple ages) and how to pick the right homeschooling program or best resources for homeschool. Before you make yourself crazy reading a ton of homeschool curriculum reviews,... read more →
Nov
01
Learn how to do kindness rocks project and why it's a great for being thankful preschool activities / kindness stones for older kid Thanksgiving projects and to promote random acts of kindness! It's a great project to pair with a kindness rocks lesson plan, kindness rocks group project and kindness... read more →