Building an Interest in Math
http://eclectic-homeschool.com/letter-school-handwriting-app/ I highly recommend this app as a hands-on way to either reinforce or introduce handwriting skills for preschoolers or Kindergarteners
Category: eclectic homeschooling
Great Wall of China Project
Projects like this can take a little time or effort, but these are the homeschooling moments that kids tend to remember. I don’t know about you, but spending time together is one of my main reasons for homeschooling.
Independent Learning
I have always been a fan of unschooling, but unschooling alone didn’t work for us. So as an eclectic homeschooler, I adapted unschooling to fit our homeschool.
Musical Art Activity
Art is fun! A couple of years ago I stumbled on a unique idea that combines art, music, and active little kids. It takes the concept of musical chairs and adapts it slightly.
Mirror Writing
Have your kids done mirror writing? Two of mine have.
Free Spelling and Phonics Videos
I love finding great resources, especially free ones.
5th and 6th Grade Reading Book List
If you want to build vocabulary and reading comprehension skills, classic literature is a great place to start. These books have stood the test of time and are written by gifted writers who know how to craft a sentence. You will find more complex vocabulary in classic books too!
Depth versus breadth
Many elementary curriculum options explore topics briefly giving children an introduction to the subject matter. This breadth method presents the child with a wealth of information covered over the school year. An example of this would be to cover ancient history through renaissance period history all in the same school year. Depth focuses…
Ocean Unit Study
This study primarily uses 5 different books and online videos. We will also supplement this study with trips to a local aquarium and take a field trip to a good tide pool beach.
1st Grade Read Alouds
The summer before my son started first grade, I hatched a plan. I scoured book lists and my local library to come up with a list of read alouds that would help my son be able to listen to chapter books read aloud.
