Homeschool 101

While I am fairly minimal when it comes to curriculum, materials, and supplies for our homeschool, I do have some favorites to share! I recommend starting with the basics and adding to your collection overtime. These ideas will help you prepare for your upcoming homeschooling year of school subjects, art, and nature.

Discover how thematic learning transforms reading into meaningful education for kids. Explore how to expand a single theme across subjects, and make every moment a learning opportunity.

Many homeschool families use standardized testing or year-end assessments to conclude the year. This blog discusses different assessments homeschoolers may use, including testing, portfolios, Charlotte Mason exams and more, plus the testing and methods I personally use for my children and in my homeschool.

The end of the school year is a special time for both parents and children. Whether you homeschool year-round or take a break during the summer, the end of the school year can bring up a lot of different emotions. This blog discusses how to audit your homeschool year and fun ideas for celebrating accomplishments.

The planning side of homeschooling is half of the fun for me! This post includes the best strategies for planning your homeschool year, plus a look inside my planner, my favorite tool for mapping out your school year. The customizable homeschool planner can be adapted to multiple children and styles of homeschooling.

Field trips are an exciting part of our homeschool experience. Field trips can bring history to life, transform abstract concepts into tangible experiences, and foster a deeper understanding. Hands-on experiences inspire curiosity and creativity, making learning informative, fun, and memorable. These are my favorite ideas for field trips for homeschooled children and kids.

The new year is the perfect time to breathe new life into your homeschool routine. Refreshing and reviewing your homeschool planner can reignite enthusiasm and set a positive tone for the months ahead. Refreshing your homeschool is about making thoughtful adjustments to simplify your days and keep things engaging, organized, and aligned with your family’s needs.

In my homeschool journey, I’ve learned a few tricks that make our days simple and easy. We use simple menu covers to sort, display, and use our homeschool curriculum and printable PDF worksheets. This blog post explains how we use menu covers in our homeschool, plus my favorite tips for storing and cleaning.

For homeschooling families, the holidays can be both magical and hectic. In this blog post I share how we balance academics during the holiday season with seasonal curriculum, plus ideas to make the season special and memorable for my family.

In my homeschool, I love to give opportunities for public speaking. We love practicing recitation in front of family, or giving presentations in front of friends. This blog post includes the benefits of public speaking for kids, plus the best tips for learning this skill and practicing it in your homeschool.