Wondering how to be a better learner? What does it mean to be a successful student? If you have an image of the stereotypical bookworm with glasses and a pencil behind the ear, that doesn't describe the situation. 1. Don't Be Afraid to Ask For Feedback Commenting on one's own experiments is one of the quickest, easiest paths to improved education. You may not always appreciate the comments … [Read more...]
How to Successfully Homeschool Your College-Bound Child
Many families may feel anxious about homeschooling their children throughout high school due to uncertainty about whether or not it could affect their chances of securing a college spot and difficulty in selecting the right curriculum. Despite being difficult, homeschooling at the high school level can be an incredibly rewarding experience for a parent who is well-prepared. By digging deep and … [Read more...]
Coding 101 for the Homeschooling Parent
How to Determine if Your Child is Ready to Learn Coding and Where to Start The number of jobs in STEM fields is consistently increasing in the employment sector. There is no doubt that providing children with an early understanding of the world of work will greatly benefit them in terms of preparing for the competitive job market. If you have no knowledge of coding yourself but still want … [Read more...]
Are Montessori Schools Better Than Public Schools?
What do Jeff Bezos and preschoolers have in common? In 2018, the major online retailer promised one billion dollars to finance Montessori preschools specifically for low-income families. You may not be aware, but Jeff Bezos, the founder of Google® as well as some renowned sports stars, singers, and activists, was taught using the Montessori method. What is the Montessori Method? Dr. Maria … [Read more...]
Blossom and Root Curriculum Review
Blossom and Root is an educational program focusing mainly on language and literature, but also including science, art, and geography, for students from pre-kindergarten to fourth grade. The programing firmly promotes learning in the areas of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. They have just put out their introductory history program and have two more history curriculums in … [Read more...]
Christian Light Education Curriculum Review
What Is A Christian Homeschool Curriculum? Christian homeschooling is the most widespread type of homeschooling, especially in Christian families. As a result, there are numerous resources and programs available. There are many varied beliefs, religions, and methods of teaching when it comes to homeschooling with a Christian focus, so it can be hard to determine what would be classified as a … [Read more...]
How to Help Your Child to Work and Learn Independently
Why is Independence Important? Children typically have a desire to be independent and will take steps to reach this goal. Youngsters gain a huge feeling of pride and self-assurance from finishing tasks on their own with not much adult assistance or direction. The urge for autonomy is greatly seen in children who have Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Achieving the most autonomy possible has been … [Read more...]
Life of Fred Books – What Are They?
What are Life of Fred Books? The adventures of Fred Gauss, a mathematical prodigy, are highlighted in the Life of Fred series. Through his journeys, Fred must overcome real-life math challenges and make sense of everyday tasks. Many of the books have quizzes. Certain tomes include the remedies to each issue within them, whereas others have distinct response guides or supplemental volumes. Dr. … [Read more...]
Homeschooling High School – How to Use Charlotte Mason Methods in High School
Options for Homeschooling Through High School No longer are high school students who are homeschooled spending their days being taught at the kitchen table; that is a thing of the past. There are now many ways to expand one's knowledge in different areas, create a setting for collaborative learning in one particular subject, or start the collegiate journey ahead of time. A big role is taken on by … [Read more...]
Homeschooling – What States Require Assessments?
As any homeschooler is aware, understanding the legal requirements of educating your children in a home setting can be as challenging as homeschooling itself. It can be difficult to identify the processes associated with homeschooling, such as alerting your local school board, as well as ascertain when or even if an annual school report needs to be submitted. Overall, the laws regarding … [Read more...]