Category: Book Recommendations

Think poetry is just for language arts time? Think again! The works of great poets can weave their way into nearly every subject of your homeschool day.  1. Classic Poems Like many homeschoolers, you may find that older poems are among your favorites. Reading: Do your emerging readers get overwhelmed with long blocks of text? […]

March is Women’s History Month, the perfect opportunity to focus on influential women in history. When your kids were little, you might have celebrated the month with picture books, coloring sheets, and hands-on projects. Now that you have high schoolers, is there still time in the day for observing special occasions like this? Of course! […]

Kids are never too young to learn about the amazing women who have shaped history. Women’s History Month is the perfect time to highlight incredible women in your homeschool reading and writing program. Check out these four easy ways to make it happen. 1. Inspirational Copywork Elementary kids often need all the penmanship practice they […]

It’s Women’s History Month – a celebration that should include all women! Take time this March to feature some incredible women in your homeschool reading. Your middle schoolers may be challenged and inspired by what they learn, digging deeper and practicing critical thinking skills. 1. Compare and Contrast Many historical women have lived through similar […]

It can be a struggle at times to find books for 6th graders. For this student  to thrive, there has to be a balance between high-quality and engaging material. This short list of books is a perfect addition to your 6th grade homeschool curriculum. These books are fun, entertaining, and full of great information. Your […]

Eleventh grade is a year when students begin thinking seriously about their post-high school goals and plans, in addition to their regular studies. Students may take college entrance exams, visit universities, and polish their writing skills for upcoming essay applications. Meanwhile, their 11th-grade coursework may focus on American history and literature. Check out these four […]

As your 9th grade student makes the transition to high school curriculum, they may hear “required reading list” and head the other way.  After all, many freshman reading lists include classic literature only.  While those well-respected titles are certainly appreciated, little time is left for relevant reading choices of today.  1. Facing real issues Your […]

Fifth grade is usually the final year of elementary school in many households and reading material often reflects that growth.  By now, your fifth grader has likely traded in picture books for chapter books. But that doesn’t mean their reading material has to be boring or over their head. Here are four reading genres that […]

By fourth grade, your student may have become quite the reader. At this age, homeschoolers often gain new independence and develop the ability to tackle challenging assignments or involved projects. As you embark on this exciting school year, check out these four books to complement your 4th grade homeschool curriculum. 1. Chapter Book: Henry and […]