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 […]
As homeschooling parents, we know that learning is most effective when it’s fun, engaging, and tailored to a child’s interests. That’s why we created “Write the Hype: Viral Videos as Writing Prompts,” a live writing course that turns viral videos into opportunities for creativity, critical thinking, and strong writing skills! Why This Course WorksChildren naturally […]
If you’ve been looking for ways to strengthen your child’s writing skills, now is a great time to check out the latest updates from Teacher Jade’s Writing Academy! ✅ Courses Still Available on OutschoolAll of my writing classes are still available on Outschool, making it easy to enroll in the exact course your learner needs […]
In an age where screens dominate, the simple act of putting pencil to paper is more powerful than ever. Physical writing helps children strengthen fine motor skills, boost memory, and express ideas with clarity and creativity.
When my homeschooled teen thrived at SCAD’s Summer Series, I knew she was ready for more—but not quite ready to live on campus at sixteen. This post shares our journey to early graduation, why we chose early enrollment, the difference between dual and joint enrollment, and how to prepare your homeschooler for college-level learning.
Adding games to homeschooling can make learning more engaging and fun for students by turning lessons into interactive experiences. Gameschooling uses educational games as a core part of the curriculum, helping kids develop skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork while they play. This approach can motivate children who might struggle with traditional methods by offering hands-on, playful learning. It also encourages creativity and can strengthen family bonding during study time.
Discover why children first learn to read, then read to learn, and how this shift shapes lifelong literacy and academic success.
We’re back! After unexpectedly losing our original TikTok page, Teacher Jade’s Writing Academy has a new home for all of our daily writing prompts, tips, and homeschool-friendly inspiration. While it was disappointing to lose our growing community, we’re excited to reconnect and continue supporting parents, teachers, and young writers. You can now follow us on TikTok, where […]