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…
Reading together helps kids build connections between what they’re learning and reading about and the world around them. Great books can foster learning for kids of all ages. Sharing picture books at bedtime or reading your favorite chapter books aloud has amazing benefits for the whole family! With that in mind, I’ve put together some…
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…
Mom guilt is everywhere! If you’re homeschooling your children, you’ve probably experienced homeschool mom guilt too. It’s that sinking feeling that you’ve somehow failed at homeschooling. Fortunately, there’s hope for overcoming homeschool mom guilt. With a supportive community of homeschooling moms, helpful resources, and tips for getting back on track, you can defeat those guilty…
Podcasts are gaining popularity and it’s easy to understand why. They’re available for everyone and cover a wide variety of topics. If you’re searching for educational podcasts for elementary students or middle school learners, you’re in the right place! I’ve put together an amazing list of 70+ podcasts that are perfect to use in your…
Adding movement activities to your homeschool lesson plans adds value to the learning experience for everyone. The connection between learning and movement is strong and filled with benefits. Movement activities motivate kids, increase comprehension and retention, and boost self-confidence. So how can you combine learning and movement in your homeschool? There are lots of fun…
Reading aloud is an excellent way to build connections and foster learning with the whole family. There are amazing benefits to reading picture books at bedtime or sharing your favorite chapter books. That’s why I’ve committed to sharing some of our favorite books with you every month in a printable format you can take to…
I’m so excited to share this new US government homeschool unit study with you! It’s perfect for learning about the different branches of government and exploring important events like the Declaration of Independence. Sometimes learning about our government can feel boring and dry. Government lesson plans and curricula can seem disconnected from what’s actually happening…
Math is everywhere! There are so many excellent ways to teach math in everyday life. Practical real-world math practice motivates kids and allows us to take a hands-on interest-led approach to learning in our homeschool. With practical math practice activities and resources, we can improve our understanding of math concepts and how they function in…
Homeschooling looks different for everyone so it’s not surprising that planning and record keeping often look different for each family too. Measuring progress in preschool and kindergarten is a lot different than in middle school and high school! So how can you keep track of progress in your homeschool through the years? Don’t miss my…
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