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Homeschooling with living books is a fun way to teach your child. Charlotte Mason defines a living book as “the fit and beautiful expression of inspiring ideas and pictures of life.” Miss Mason believed that children are already whole people who deserve to have their minds stretched, and her methods show that philosophy. Living books […]

There are many homeschool programs out there, and it can be tricky to know which one is the best for your family. As you search, keep these four characteristics in mind. With a program that meets all of them, your homeschool will be in good shape this year. Lots of Books Prioritize the homeschool reading […]

Christian history is an important topic that conventional schools often pass over. When we teach our students to look back on significant historical events, it helps them form a firm foundation. This foundation can carry them through times of doubt and fear!  Throughout the decades, brave men and women helped develop Christianity, and these heroes […]

One of the greatest parts about homeschooling is the freedom to include religion in your child’s studies. For Christian families, including Latter Day Saint families, this often includes teaching the Bible timeline.  Different families go about teaching the Bible timeline to their kids in different ways. Some families like to find beautiful images or premade […]

Homeschooling has risen in popularity over the last year, and so has the amount of information available! While this is a good thing in many ways, it can be overwhelming to homeschool parents, particularly ones new to homeschooling. As a seasoned homeschooler, I can say that there are a few homeschooling resources for parents that […]

In this day and age, there are many different ways to homeschool, including doing homeschool online. Online homeschool is appealing to most students, but parents may have reservations. These feelings are understandable! After all, there’s nothing like the feeling of holding a book in your hand. However, there are many great things about learning online. […]

Second graders are growing their brains and becoming more fluent readers. As you plan your 2nd grade homeschool curriculum, be sure to include books that encourage your child’s blossoming reading and writing abilities. These four book ideas for second graders will help you get started. Exploring Books Independently: Owl at Home By second grade, kids […]

Homeschooling high school students is a task that many parents find daunting. The high school years are some of the most formative, and they can affect your child’s future in many ways. While homeschooling a high schooler does take more intention, it doesn’t have to be drudgery. Here are three tips to help you homeschool […]

Poetry is an integral part of a child’s education. When a child studies poetry, it allows them to see animals, emotions, nature, and people through the lens of imagery. The world looks completely different through the eyes of a poet! Good poetry can make young readers feel emotions they’ve never felt, inspire them to make […]