Seeking an Online Class Alternative to Outschool? Check out Allschool!
As an unschoolish mom, I like to take advantage of online learning platforms that offer interest-based courses for kids and teens. In fact, some of
TEACH by Dennis Dinoia: How to Encourage Independent Learners
Recently, I learned that one of my favorite homeschool curriculum providers, Mr. D Math, just published a new book, TEACH by Dennis Dinoia. I had
Easy, Affordable Online Dance for Beginners: A YouDance Review
As a person who always got picked last for gym class, I grew up dreading sports. I had poor eye hand coordination and struggled to
How to mash homeschool typing lessons with any subject!
I’ve always felt that typing is an essential job skill, even though I wasn’t very enthusiastic when my mother made me take it in high
Economics for High Schoolers That Won’t Bore Them to Tears
When I was in high school, one of the electives I took was economics for high schoolers. I remember the law of supply and demand
21 Simple, Fun Earth Day Activities That Teach Kids to Care
Earth Day is an opportunity to exercise good stewardship and show kids how to care for the planet God gave us. But, you want to
Interactive Homeschool Science Labs that Make Learning Science a Breeze
When my older children were teens, I spent a LOT of money on dissection specimens and chemistry lab equipment. I still have some of that
Awesome Free Math Games for Kindergartners from Beast Academy
One of my favorite ways to teach math is with games, especially free math games for kindergartners. In the old days, we used file folder
Powerful new online interest inventory for students you gotta try!
Have you ever felt like you were missing something when you tried planning your homeschool around learning styles and multiple intelligences? Have you ever chosen
10 Reasons Why Unschooling ADHD Students is the Best Decision Ever!
I raised a son and a daughter with ADHD. In addition, my younger son shows signs of mild ADHD and/or Asperger’s and my other daughter
10 Goldmines for Awesome Strewing Ideas and Projects
Are you stumped for strewing ideas to inspire new interests in your kids? Need some boredom busters that don’t bust the printer or the bank?
Why NOT unschooling might be your best choice
I am a big advocate of unschooling and feel that it is the natural way that children learn. But, many newbies make unschooling mistakes that
When unschooling doesn’t work: 5 mistakes newbies make
Many critics of unschooling say that unschooling doesn’t work. And some who try it out of exasperation quit after a year or two, claiming it
My easy, cheap, DIY stocking stuffer ideas for kids
As a child, opening the stocking came last. After all, when I was growing up, my Christmas stocking was usually filled with underwear, socks, and
7 benefits of unschooling to blow your mind
So, you’ve heard about this crazy homeschooling philosophy known as unschooling. Maybe you’re thinking, Sounds interesting. I might like to try it. But, why choose
Gift Free Christmas: Some Favorite Ideas
When my children were small, having a gift free Christmas didn’t seem possible. We did limit the number of gifts so they never expected a
How to teach math for K-6th grade in one year!
I learned early on how to teach math for K-6th grade in one year. My oldest son refused to do math curriculum. I made up
Being grateful when you don’t feel like it
Being grateful comes easily when hubby receives an extra bonus at work. Or, when everyone enjoys good health for awhile and friends visit often. The
5 Reasons to Get Excited About Overseas Christian Missions
Every year, my church has Missionary Christmas and they invite one of our missionaries to come and speak about Christian missions. It’s wonderful to see
5 Fun Facts About Flowers for Kids Who Love Them
Everyone knows that flowers have petals and smell nice. You probably also know that bees and butterflies land on them and gather their nectar. They
Apologia Bible Curriculum: How to engage kids so they really learn the Bible!
If you’ve some of my other posts, you probably know that I don’t advocate giving prizes for Bible memory. I had very bad experiences with
Take an Amazing Journey with an Israel Subscription Box
My favorite Israel subscription box comes to my home once a quarter from Artza Box. I love getting a taste of the Holy Land and
The Importance of Trees for Kids Who Don’t Know
We tend to take trees, and plants in general, for granted. Most children know that trees are shady and pretty, but how about the importance
7 Facts About Trees for Kids Who Hate Trees
I haven’t really met a kid who hated all trees. But, I have met kids who hate certain trees because of the way their fruits
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