Sometimes we can be our own worst enemy when it comes to homeschooling, even though we have good intentions and make overly optimistic plans. This can lead to feeling frustrated and defeated, and we end up searching for relief. Homeschooling can be tough, but sometimes we make it harder on ourselves. It can be tough to accept that we're the ones making it harder, but it's … [Read more...]
60 Summer ideas for a better homeschool year
Covid-19 is still a problem, but things are getting better. If you're looking for fun things to do with your kids that involve social distancing, the internet has lots of ideas. With a little creativity, your kids can still have a great summer. The following list of summer activities will help your family take full advantage of summer learning fun and help spark your creativity to … [Read more...]
10 Crucial Questions to Ask Yourself When Choosing a College
Some factors to consider when choosing a college include the cost of tuition, the location of the school, the size of the school, and the type of school. Some questions to ask when choosing a college include whether the school has your desired program, whether you will be able to get financial aid, and whether you will be able to get housing. You should focus on factors such as … [Read more...]
How to Connect With Your Middle Schooler: Tips for Parents
Middle schoolers are a hard bunch to keep up with. They are always changing and you never know what they are going to be like. However, there are some ways you can connect with them and keep the communication open, without going insane. How to Connect With Your Middle Schooler: Tips for Parents Take a genuine interest in what your middle schooler child is interested in. It's important … [Read more...]
20 Easy Ways to Simplify Your Life and Save Your Sanity
The majority of our decisions are actually quite small, but when you add them all up, they have a pretty big impact on our lives. We make decisions every day, more than we realize. These decisions, though small, have a big impact on our lives. Many of us spend a lot of time doing things or making decisions that are not necessary, which wastes valuable time. I have found … [Read more...]
Homeschooling – 7 Harmful Myths About Gifted Students
There are many misconceptions about gifted students among adults. Some believe that they are always disruptive, that they never require assistance, or that they are excessively intelligent. However, the reality is that gifted students often struggle with numerous issues. They simply have different requirements than other students when it comes to handling these difficulties. Myth #1 … [Read more...]
Back to School Supplies List for All Grades – 2022-23
Do you know what your child's most annoying phrase is? It's probably "summer is over." This is the time when back-to-school sales start even before classes begin. If you know what you need ahead of time, you can save a lot of money by taking advantage of these sales. To succeed in school, students must have all of the required supplies. Their parents need to provide these … [Read more...]
10 Best Homeschool Apps for Teaching Your Kids (2022)
Homeschooling high school students no longer have to sit around the kitchen table all day. There are now numerous options available to broaden their exposure to new subject matter, provide a group learning environment for specific subjects, or get a jump on their college education. Technology plays a large part in many of these, but low-tech alternatives are also readily available. With … [Read more...]
Best Nonfiction Picture Books for Kids Who Love Reading
Here are ten nonfiction titles, along with excerpts from the reviews they’ve been given, that you and yours might enjoy checking out: The Boy Who Loved Math: The Improbable Life of Paul Erdos by Deborah Heiligman (Author), LeUyen Pham (Illustrator) He began to read voraciously and, by the age of four, had taught himself calculus.” Although Hungarians tried to get Erdos to attend school during … [Read more...]