My Weekly Homeschooling Plan

Out on the Well-Trained Mind forums the other day, the Hive was discussing daily schedules.  Being the planning-Nazi that I am, I relish looking over how people structure their days.  Sometimes, just skimming someone else’s post reminds me to add something to our schedule.  Likewise, reading about a different thought process helps me to eliminate

Veritas Press Launches Pages of History, Volume One

When I heard that Veritas Press published a new history narrative, I had to check it out. With their rich literature selections, rigorous academic offerings, and terrific customer service, Veritas is one of my favorite homeschool curriculum suppliers. So what is the Pages of History Series? Here is a description of the Series on the

Colonial Williamsburg Home Educator Days… and more!

  We just returned from our Colonial Times/Revolutionary War learning trip to Virginia, where we were happy to see the first signs of spring had begun to pop out.  (When we left Wisconsin, it was a frigid 10 degrees!)  We packed our week with all kinds of events and experiences that gave the kiddos a

Teaching Bible in Your Homeschool

For many homeschooling families, Bible education is a double-edged sword. On one hand, parents desire to teach their children about Scripture: its wisdom, values, and revelation of the power of God.  On the other hand, I've noticed a hesitation, maybe even a fear associated with bringing children into the Word.  The other day, I was talking with a discouraged homeschooling mom.  She and

Teaching Writing: 5 Steps to Effective Revisions

Teaching writing can be daunting for homeschooling parents, especially if your own background in writing is a bit shaky.  How do you know what to focus on to help your child improve their writing skills?   Clear feedback is critical.  Teaching them how to review their own work is even more helpful.  Luckily, both activities use the

Medieval Reading List and Challenge

Our family has spent ALOT of time with the medieval world this year.  From the Viking explorations to King Alfred to Duke William's victory at Hastings, we have gotten through some terrific literature that has made this time period come to life for the boys.  They loved the battles and the castles.  I loved the

Heart of the Matter meme

This week, Heart of the Matter‘s meme topic is "Favorite Homeschooling Product".  I have a current homeschooling product that I love, my kids love, even the cat is enamored with:-)  Hands of a Child produces terrific lapbook "unit study"-type packages.  Lapbook Project Packs come in a multitude of subjects… everything from the typical holiday subjects

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