Last year, I received a call from a worried parent. Her 10-year-old had been coming home upset almost every day frustrated by distractions in class, targeted by a few classmates, and anxious because the school had implemented “active shooter” drills. She asked me, “Is there a way my child can still get a great education […]
If you’ve ever sat down at the kitchen table, fresh box of curriculum in hand, and thought, This is it, this will be the year everything clicks, only to realize a few weeks later that it’s just not working… you’re not alone. Every homeschooling parent I know has faced this moment at some point. Maybe […]
Getting your kids to sit down and write isn’t always easy, especially when you’re homeschooling and trying to keep things fresh and engaging. But here’s a secret: when kids connect writing to something they already love, they’re much more motivated to dive in. And what do most kids love? Music. Whether it’s Cardi B’s bold […]
One of the most beautiful parts of homeschooling is flexibility. Learning doesn’t have to look like Monday through Friday, 8 to 3. For many families, the weekend becomes just as valuable as the school week, whether that means reflecting on what’s been learned, catching up on assessments, or planning ahead for what’s next. Here are […]
Homeschooling is legal in all 50 states in the U.S., but the rules about how to do it legally can be very different depending on which state you live in. To illustrate what this looks like, let’s compare Minnesota, Georgia, California, and New York. Then I’ll share what you can do to stay on the […]
Is your homeschooler ready for the college admissions process?
As homeschool parents, we understand the importance of providing our children with tools that enhance their learning experience. One such tool that has proven invaluable in our homeschool journey is the QuickStudy Inserts from QuickStudy Academic. What Are QuickStudy Inserts? QuickStudy Inserts are laminated, fold-out reference guides that condense complex information into easily digestible formats. […]
One of the best parts of homeschooling is the freedom to choose what your children read. Instead of sticking to a rigid curriculum, parents can hand-pick books that inspire, challenge, and reflect the world around their students. But with so many options out there, how do you decide what belongs on your homeschool bookshelf? Why […]
One of the most unique gifts of homeschooling is flexibility. Learning doesn’t have to look like a traditional 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM school day. In fact, many families are discovering that homeschooling outside of those hours can actually bring out the best in their children. Here are five powerful benefits of breaking away from […]
If you’ve been following the news about education lately, you may have heard people talking about how grading standards in public schools are being lowered. In many districts, schools are changing how they grade. Some have stopped giving zeros for missing work, while others have replaced traditional grades with “pass/fail” systems or moved deadlines so […]