Reading great books together is one of the most rewarding parts of homeschooling. But if you’ve ever felt unsure how to turn a novel into a meaningful learning experience, or worried about making it feel too much like school, you’re not alone. That’s exactly why I created our growing collection of literature-based novel studies. These…
Language Arts is more than just a subject we learn in school. It is a skill we practice every day. From reading recipes in the kitchen to writing grocery lists and enjoying bedtime stories, there are many aspects of language arts in everyday life. When kids see how reading, writing, and communication are part of…
Are you homeschooling a reluctant writer? Mastering writing takes lots of practice and it can be challenging for kids. Engaging in meaningful writing activities can make it more fun to practice writing skills and encourage your child to write more often. Consistency is vital when you’re teaching writing, but it’s hard to be consistent when…
Fun writing prompts for middle schoolers can be the key to unlocking their literary skills! Great writing prompts can be the catalyst for your reluctant writer’s imagination, igniting a passion for storytelling and self-reflection. I’ve got lots of interesting writing prompts to pique your middle schooler’s interest and engage them in the creative process. Middle…
There are so many benefits to real-world writing practice. When we put away the textbooks and workbook practice pages, we can find activities and projects that capture our children’s interests and provide practical application for the skills we want them to learn. Our Mail Time Monday routine has done just that for writing in our…
Did you hear the one about the homeschool mom that planned to keep up with her curriculum through the holidays? Ok, I made that up, but haven’t we all done it? We make a grand plan about how we will “stay on track” with our curriculum and workbooks or “squeeze in” fun holiday activities while…
When your child is reluctant to write, homeschooling can become frustrating. Nearly every subject requires writing and the whole day can quickly become a series of frustrating battles when writing is a challenge. So what’s a homeschooling mom to do when your child hates writing? Let me help you!
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