Written by Colleen Leonard of Solagratiamom. This 3D model of the skin is simple, inexpensive, and very effective in helping younger students to understand the layers of skin. Most of the items used can be obtained from around the house and you could easily substitute some with something you already have. The kids loved these…
We are very blessed to live in a homeschool-friendly area with lots of homeschoolers and lots of activities for them. However, I’ve often been asked for suggestions on activities for homeschooled teens when a local homeschool group isn’t available. I’m going to offer the ideas that came to my mind and I hope y’all will…
It’s hard to believe that I’ve officially graduated my first high school student, only to be on the brink of starting the process all over again with my rising 9th grader. I’ve got to tell you, I feel a lot better prepared this go around. The first time through, I never really posted a lot…
As I pondered our upcoming homeschool year over the summer, I knew that one of the big things I wanted to focus on was independence. I wanted Josh and Megan to work more independently from me and much more independently from each other. They have very different learning styles. Josh just wants to know what…
Academics usually take the focus of preparation for life after high school, but the teen years are an excellent time for practicing other necessary life skills. While there are dozens of skills that fall under the “necessary life skills” heading, following are six that I feel are important for most teenagers Filling Out a Job…
Happy Friday! It’s hard to believe it’s the last Friday in March. Where has the month gone? I’m okay with it going by so quickly, though, because I’m ready for spring! I mean, I know it’s officially spring, but I’m ready for it to feel like spring. We’ve had some crazy weather this month. On…
