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The Best Science Games for Bored, Unmotivated Kids

I’m always looking for new ways to engage my kids in learning. This is even more true now that they are older. They aren’t interested

The ultimate guide to fun winter nature study ideas

First of all, winter doesn’t have to keep you cooped up inside. There are plenty of things to see in the winter that are harder

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Achieve more with high school dual enrollment at Thiel College

As I’ve talked about before, I don’t think that college is for everyone. But, if your teen wishes to pursue a career that requires college,

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Adventure Academy Review: 10 Ways for Using in Your Homeschool

When my oldest children were younger (they are adults now), I incorporated many different educational experiences into their homeschool. These sometimes included computer games. At

8 Secrets to a Successful Homeschool Evaluation

As a homeschooler in the north, I often dread winter. After all, winter means months indoors with restless children. It means allowing an extra half

The best way to teach online computer coding classes

When my kids were small, we didn’t do any computer-based lessons. I occasionally incorporated some educational videos and when I needed a break, I offered

5 easy ways to use Artzabox in your homeschool

Have you ever wished you could walk where Jesus walked? I do. I wish I could go to Israel and do the whole Bible tour.

How to adapt any subscription box for special needs children

Very few companies offer a subscription box for special needs children. And, if they do, it’s usually sensory-based and appropriate primarily for young children. But,

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Top 10 Best Children’s Books about Elections and Politics

Living books form a significant pillar in my homeschooling approach. So, I thought I’d create a list of my top children’s books about elections. After

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Teaching Kids Life Skills with the Life Hacks Series

Recently, I tried making a list of kids life skills that all homeschoolers need to teach. I wanted to help unschoolers focus on what’s important

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Why is botany important? 8 benefits of teaching botany

With all the focus on technology careers, math, and science, we might wonder, why is botany important? Why bother teaching kids about plants? Isn’t it

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How to Teach Kids About Plants: The Best Ideas Ever!

I really hate how schools teach kids about plants. It’s soooo boring! If you really want to know how to teach kids about plants, don’t

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Living Books About Plants: 5 Wonderful Ways to Use Them

In my homeschooling journey, we read a LOT of books. We use other things, too, such as videos or YouTube channels, field trips, hands-on projects

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Favorite Kids Nature Must-Haves for a Love for Outdoors

It’s in a kids nature to run around and explore the outdoors. I see this in my two year old granddaughter every day. She can’t

5 Monthly STEM Kits for an Awesome Fun Homeschool

As I discuss in my guide to Christian unschooling, one of the necessary ingredients to successful unschooling or natural learning is resources. While I have

My Top 5 STEM Toys Your Kid Will Love!

Are you searching for toys that aren’t just fun, but educational too? If so, STEM toys could be exactly what you need. STEM toys started

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Homeschool Math Curriculum Options for High School

Trying to unschool upper level math requires a lot of thought and sometimes, work, on the parent’s part. And, if you live in a highly

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My homeschool supply list for successful unschooling

The things you need in your homeschool supply list will depend greatly on several things. Take into account the ages of your children, the method

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How to Start Homeschooling in 3 Easy Steps

These days, everyone seems to know how to start homeschooling, even people who have never homeschooled! Public school textbook companies turned homeschool curriculum providers tell

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Favorite Living History Resources You Must See

When I was a kid, I hated social studies. I struggled to keep myself awake. The teacher always taught from a textbook and homework consisted

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How to set up immersion learning experiences

Immersion learning is often affiliated with learning a new language. You learn how to speak the language by living among those who are native speakers.