Tag Archives: tips

Jul. 19, 2017

8 Ideas for Nature Study in Urban Areas

In the homeschool world, the idea of rural living pops up a lot. In everything from literature to suggested activities to Instagram hashtags, there’s widespread admiration for the wild outdoors, the idyllic farm, and acres upon acres of open land. … Continue reading →

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May. 31, 2017

8 Ways to Use Your Summer for a Smooth New School Year

By Veronica Soto

Many families homeschool year-round, going straight through the summer, taking breaks only when needed. But for the rest of us, a long summer break is a great way to rejuvenate. This summer as you are relaxing quietly in the air-conditioning … Continue reading →

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Nov. 4, 2014

Love Learning Tip: Read Easy Books

By Luke

One of the best ways you can increase your child's confidence in reading, and help them foster a love of books, is to use stories that are easy to read. Read War and Peace can wait. We need not wander … Continue reading →

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Jul. 9, 2014

Helpful Tip: Change Your Schedule to Fit Your Family

By Luke

There is so much wisdom to be gained from the collective decades of experience we homeschoolers share. This morning, Kari Patterson told us how a simple schedule-switch worked wonders for her family. Her son had not been enjoying math. She … Continue reading →

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Sep. 26, 2011

Hands-on Ideas

By Karla

Have you heard the joke about how many homeschool moms it takes to change a light bulb? The answer is: Just one. First, she checks three books on electricity out of the library, then the kids make models of light … Continue reading →

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Apr. 19, 2006

Practical Tips: Creating Space for Your Schoolroom

By Guest Post

You don't have to turn your home into a school in order for your children to learn. However, creating a space set aside solely for learning, educational games, science experiments, or even simply a quiet place to study can be … Continue reading →

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