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Figuring out how to homeschool your kids can be overwhelming at first, especially when you add in multiple age levels.  Depending on the ages of your kids and the distance between them, you could potentially have a student in high school, middle, elementary, and pre-K all at the same time.  Even if you only have […]

There are many advantages of homeschooling, but it can be hard to see the big picture when you’re in the middle of a busy season. Whether new to learning at home or a seasoned pro, every homeschool parent has had moments where they forget why they chose to forge a different path. This short list […]

As a homeschool parent, you’ve probably wondered more than once how to improve a child’s reading comprehension. The Lexile Framework can provide the support that you need. With this system, you can identify your child’s reading level and find books to match. Having books at the right level can improve reading skills and foster a […]

Historical fiction brings history to life as students experience the joys and sorrows of past events through well-crafted stories, and Christian historical fiction displays the hand of God at work throughout the ages. Here are three great books for introducing historical periods to your children through wholesome, honorable novels that explore history through the lens […]

First grade is a big year for your homeschooler. At this age, your child is a full-fledged elementary student. Every first grader deserves a school year that’s packed with great books. Here are five selections that should be part of your 1st grade homeschool curriculum. The rhyming patterns in the text help your reader to […]

Do your homeschoolers list science as a favorite school subject? If not, it’s time to turn that around! Kid-friendly books that focus on the wonders of science may be all that it takes to transform your homeschoolers into up-and-coming scientists. Here’s how to build a homeschool science curriculum around engaging books. 1. Explore Science Topics […]

Chapter books hold entire worlds within their covers. Homeschool students who cozy up with chapter books meet fascinating characters and explore amazing stories. Check out these five fun ways to give chapter books for kids a starring role in your homeschool. 1. Transition young readers. Emerging readers cut their teeth on picture books, but many […]

Autobiographies are works that people write about their own lives. Reading autobiographies is a smart way for your students to connect with people of the past or present. Most history books retell stories about things that happened long ago. A key benefit of autobiographies for kids is that they give first-hand accounts from people who […]

Gone are the dull book reports that you may remember from your own school days. Today’s students are putting modern twists on the classic book report format. The next time you assign book reports to your homeschoolers, suggest one of the following creative approaches. Not only will your kids have more fun, but they’ll also […]