Weird, Unsocialized Homeschoolers
Honest. Quirky. Real. Stereotype-smashing humor for homeschooling families.
A few weeks ago, I ran into a friend I hadn’t seen in years. We talked all about the usual things – the kids, the husbands, the jobs, and, because we both homeschool, the learning. We laughed about how little our children used to be and how much they’ve grown. Then, she said something that made me want to hug her… View Post
The middle school years, 6th-8th grades, are an exciting time of change and increasing maturity. Kids still enjoy the fun and exploration of the elementary years as they start moving toward the more serious, preparing-for-adulthood high school years. Make the most of this time with these ten do’s and don’ts of homeschooling middle school. 5 Do’s of Homeschooling Middle School… View Post
One of the greatest challenges of transitioning from parent-guided to independent learning can be developing strong study habits. That transition typically begins in middle school with the goal of having primarily self-directed learners by high school. By the time your student reaches middle school, you should begin moving toward independent study time. Try these study tips for middle and high… View Post
Written by Shawna Wingert of Not the Former Things. One of my favorite memories of our first year homeschooling is building a baking soda and vinegar volcano. My boys were six and nine and had never made one before. They carefully crafted the volcano out of clay. We discussed the basics of chemical reactions and covered the three states of matter. Then we… View Post
Computer class has come a long way from the days when my friends and I spent most of the hour-long class playing a game I vaguely remember. It was some sort of step-by-step logic game where you had to get this man out of a room or something. Does anyone remember what I’m talking about? All I remember was that… View Post