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Creative Ways to Use Comic Strips in High School Literature
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Creative Ways to Use Comic Strips in High School Literature

Ways to Use Comic Strips in High School Literature Comic strips sometimes have a reputation for being less-than-literature, but the reality is that they offer a very unique mode of storytelling that kids and teens are naturally drawn towards. Today I’m sharing a secret weapon for teaching literature that – especially if you have middle-…

How and Why You Should Celebrate Homeschool Milestones
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How and Why You Should Celebrate Homeschool Milestones

Do you celebrate homeschool milestones? Our kids work hard learning every day. Try Erin’s tips for recognizing and celebrating their accomplishments. Written by Erin Vincent of Nourishing My Scholars. Do you celebrate homeschool milestones? Our kiddos work hard on their education every day, and their accomplishments should be recognized. It’s easy to start some lovely…

5 Practical Ways to Help Your Homeschooler Write Better
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5 Practical Ways to Help Your Homeschooler Write Better

Are you a homeschool mom struggling to help your child become a better writer? It’s not as hard as you think. Try Bethany’s tips to help your homeschooler write better. Written by Bethany Ishee of BethanyIshee.com. Want to know a secret? Writing is a subject that many homeschool parents dread as much as their children…

Harry Potter Homeschooling: Magical Lessons for Potter Fans
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Harry Potter Homeschooling: Magical Lessons for Potter Fans

Have you got a Harry Potter fan in your home? Capitalize on the interest with Chelsea’s Harry Potter homeschooling ideas worthy of Hogwarts. Recently, my husband and I have had the pleasure of introducing the Harry Potter book series to our son. We are both huge Potter fans and have been anxiously awaiting the day our…

The Best Way to Choose Curriculum for Kids Who Learn Differently
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The Best Way to Choose Curriculum for Kids Who Learn Differently

If your children have learning differences, choosing homeschool curriculum can be a challenge. But Shawna shares one simple way to ensure you get it right. Written by Shawna Wingert of Not the Former Things. Nine years ago this month, I ordered my very first homeschool curriculum. It was an all-in-one, everything-you-need-in-these-boxes type of curriculum and I…

Explore the World and Learn Coding with Adventurous Mailbox
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Explore the World and Learn Coding with Adventurous Mailbox

Kids can explore world cultures, hone their writing skills, and learn to code with The Adventurous Mailbox! Learn more with this Adventurous Mailbox review. Thanks to the Internet and the fact that it’s available 24/7 on devices small enough to fit in our pockets, our big wide world has evolved into a pretty small space….

National Park Adventures with Kids: 6 Ways to Make the Most of Them
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National Park Adventures with Kids: 6 Ways to Make the Most of Them

U.S. National Parks feature stunning educational landscapes for kids to explore. Try these tips to make the most of your family’s national park adventures. Written by Chelsea Gonzales of Wonder Wherever We Wander. Easily some of the most amazing resources our beautiful country has to offer are its national parks. From beaches to mountains, U.S….

15-Minute Homeschool Lessons: The Perfect Busy Day Solution
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15-Minute Homeschool Lessons: The Perfect Busy Day Solution

Even when life gets busy, school doesn’t have to suffer with these quick and easy 15-minute homeschool lessons. They’re perfect for busy days. Written by Chelsea Gonzales of Wonder Wherever We Wander. In a perfect world, we would all be on our A-game 24/7. We would always have fun ideas to keep our homeschools fresh…

How to Create Simple but Effective Homeschool Language Arts Lessons
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How to Create Simple but Effective Homeschool Language Arts Lessons

An integrated approach is one of the best ways to teach homeschool language arts lessons. Learn how to create literature-based lessons easily. Sometimes, we homeschooling parents like to make learning more complicated than it is. We forget about the natural curiosity of children and lose sight of the fact that so much of the information…

Let Them Read: Giving Your Kids the Freedom to Choose
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Let Them Read: Giving Your Kids the Freedom to Choose

There are plenty of homeschool reading tips out there, but Sara offers one of the best in the following article: let your kids choose what they read. Freedom to choose increases engagement. Written by Sara Jordan Panning of Heart and Soul Homeschooling I recently had a conversation with a reading specialist who has encouraged excitement…

When You Worry You’re Not Doing Enough for Your Homeschooler
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When You Worry You’re Not Doing Enough for Your Homeschooler

When worry that you’re not doing enough for your homeschooled kids eat at, ask yourself these questions to focus on the big picture. Written by Shawna Wingert of Not the Former Things. One of the most challenging parts of being a homeschooling mom for me is the nagging feeling that I am missing something.  Eight…