“Language Arts” (i.e. the art of using language) is an umbrella term for curriculum in the areas of phonics, reading skills and comprehension, literature, grammar, usage, mechanics, writing, …

One of my favorite aspects of beginning the new school year in January is ordering curriculum in November and December. It might seem a bit crazy during a seemingly stressful time of year …

These two questions will guide you in developing a curriculum plan that truly fits your student’s interests and goals. Traditional state high school requirements are usually minimal, and of little …

Depending on when a homeschool convention is in your area, you may want to start your school year after you have attended your local convention, have time to review the curriculum for next …

Self-Sacrifice The big requirement in the homeschooling mama recipe is that she must be willing to die to self. If she is not willing to do that, then she can not homeschool, it’s true, BUT every …

As a mom who raised 2 reluctant readers, one with a medical condition and one without, I was fortunate to find encouragement and ways of coping during these years. The approach and …

I hope this unit study gave you a taste of ‘outside the curriculum’ learning. Loving the one-day study idea? Create your own! Pick a favorite carol. Research its origins and historical time …

New curriculum. It’s the one thing that can excite me and bring out dread all at the same time. When I see moms posting in late July about choosing new curriculum I giggle because, I admit …

Get rid of that clutter because you don’t know which level your children will be at in the upcoming years. Be balanced and don’t throw all caution to the wind, but pair down your curriculum to …

In order to make the most of the New Year, figure out what you want to leave in the old year. It may be a toxic relationship, a curriculum that doesn’t work, a job that you just don’t care for, …