Homeschoolers are generally optimistic and enthusiastic parents who are willing to take on the responsibility and challenge of homeschooling their children. But even with that “can do” attitude, little habits can creep in that undermine those efforts if they aren’t careful. If homeschooling isn’t going quite right, consider if one of these three habits might be hurting your homeschool. #1 ...

Geography is the study of places and the people who live there. Since people and places are varied and fascinating, the study of geography should be one of the most interesting subjects we can study! We do a great disservice to students when geography is reduced to learning the state capitals and filling in locations on a blank map. So ...

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time each year when we pause to reflect on the blessings we have received. We take time to thank our Creator for gifts such as family, friends, food, home, and health. Too often, Thanksgiving becomes merely a rushed-through precursor to the Christmas holidays. So how can we make it more meaningful, especially if we have children ...

Children are naturally wired to be playful and imaginative. Unfortunately, the busyness of daily life can also steal away their opportunities to continue enjoying these gifts. What can parents do to further encourage imagination in their children? 1) Give Them Time Unstructured time is vitally important if you are going to encourage imagination. Sometimes it takes a bit of time ...

Homeschooling is a tremendous educational choice for many families. But it also presents certain challenges. There is no substitute teacher line to call when mom needs a break. Cabin fever can set in during certain times of the year. The day-to-day grind can get tiring. Pushing through the middle of the school year can be a challenge. So, what are ...

Textbooks offer a condensed version of history in order to include many events and people in a limited space. Because so much history needs to be covered, textbook publishers must pick and choose what to emphasize and what to eliminate. Important events are often distilled down to a few pages or even a few paragraphs. Some are removed entirely. Because ...

Whether it is the freshly sharpened pencils or the pile of new notebooks, everyone feels a rush of excitement and anticipation during back to school. The year ahead is filled with possibilities and opportunities with which we fill our calendars. Unfortunately parents often overestimate what their family can handle during the school year. So how do we set realistic back ...

Summer vacation is a great time for families to unwind and reconnect. After the busyness of a school year schedule, everyone is ready for a break in the routine. At the same time, you want to be sure your children don’t regress from all the hard work they’ve put in during the school year. Here are three easy ways to ...

For many homeschool families, summer means lots of time in the car. Whether it is visiting the grandparents or traveling to a vacation destination, those long hours can really add up. Audio dramas are the perfect homeschool helper during this time! Help Pass the Time Exciting dramas such as Under Drake’s Flag, In Freedom’s Cause and With Lee In Virginia ...

The Civil War changed the course of the United States of America in dramatic ways. Over 150 years later, some might question if the study of this particular war is still relevant for children and young adults today. There are three key reasons why teaching children about the Civil War is still important. Perhaps the Greatest Event in Our Country’s ...