Homeschool Update Archives

One of the best pieces of advice for any student is to read classic literature. But what makes writing "classic" or "great"?

Raising sons is a joy. Here are the five things every son must hear from Dad.

Maybe you’ve been wondering about the ins and outs of co-op and questioning whether or not to join. If so, here are some tips.

Often Dad works outside the home, and it takes more forethought to develop his relationship with the kids. But it can be done!

“How hard can it be? We find a script, we rehearse, and then we put on one little show. It wouldn’t be that difficult, would it?”

Putting a routine into place will be the single most helpful weapon in your arsenal to assure homeschooling success.

Intentional plagiarism constitutes theft. Make sure your students have a thorough understanding of academic integrity.

Choices make kids feel smart, but choices don’t necessarily make them wise. Sound strange? Listen to this.

“Mom, can I go to real school?” I remember my 8-year-old asking me that question like it was yesterday.

Even as Latin and Greek are getting tossed out of public schools, home educators are doubling their efforts to invite them in.

When asked, "What about socialization?" are we really answering critics in the best way possible?

Grief is a language our hearts must learn if we ever want to find true peace as the parent of a child who has died before birth.

I need to find fresh motivation every January. Really, what is it that keeps me doing this very difficult act of homeschooling?

With each passing day, our children grow up in seemingly small ways. Then we blink and they are setting up homes of their own!

The temptation to overfill our schedules with activities is even stronger with homeschoolers than it is within the culture at large.