Homeschool Archives

When parents make college calculations and discover the actual costs involved, sticker shock is a common occurrence.

The aim is to keep it simple but thorough, focusing on the end of the year, accomplishments, achievements, and awards.

“Writing is boring!” If you live with this child, you know as her parent that a lack of creativity is not the problem.

Through much prayer, I began to see that my weariness had nothing to do with my children. I just had the winter blues!

For me, teaching geography begins with helping children develop a sense of adventure.

The key to developing writing voice is remembering that your writing should sound like you.

Wouldn’t it just be easier to stay in bed with the covers over your head some days?

Classical, Christian educators see the goals of education as a passionate pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.

Religious advocates have asked homeschool groups to present Nativity scenes on public property during the holiday season.

One excellent activity to keep Christ central in Christmas is to spend time each day pondering the true miracles of the season.

How does one plan a holiday unit? Pick one main activity and then add to it.

“We perish from want of wonder, not from want of wonders.”—G. K. Chesterton

“One picture is worth a thousand words.” While that adage may not always be true, it highlights the power of visual communication.

Several years ago I realized I was outnumbered. There were more people bringing clutter into my home than I could control.

For many homeschoolers, the study of poetry remains a daunting task that often gets pushed to the bottom of the lesson plans.