When my oldest was 8 years old, I read Tom Sawyer to her. I had […]
Relaxed Schedule
We have done many different schedules through the years, but one of our favorites is a simple one that my kids have all enjoyed.
When You Know Homeschooling Was the Right Choice
Recently, my family and I were driving home after a birthday dinner at a neighborhood […]
Free Reading Tests – Check Your Child’s Reading Level
As a homeschooling parent, it can be helpful to find out how your child is progressing with reading skills. On this post you will find links to free assessments to give you more information on your child’s skills.
Kitchen Projects with Kids
This project was not just a fun exercise or a way to fill my children’s day. These projects build fine motor skills, math and reading skills related to reading a recipe for readers, and the ability to follow directions. Most of all, activities like this help my children explore the creative process in a way that allows for mess and mistakes.
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.
Building an Interest in Math
https://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
Singapore Math in Pictures
We began using Singapore Math 10 years ago. My older two finished through Singapore 5B before moving to Art of Problem Solving Pre-Algebra. Last week my youngest child finished 5B and our Singapore days are done.
Fun Writing Practice for Early Elementary
When my older two children were in first and third grade I decided to use a journal for communication. Instead of giving them journal assignments or a journal to just write their thoughts, their journals were a communication between my child and I.
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.