As a homeschooling parent, I’m always on the lookout for tools that make learning engaging and effective. That’s why I was excited to try the Readability app, an innovative reading tool designed to help children improve their reading and comprehension skills. In this post, I’ll share my detailed Readability app review, covering its features, benefits,…
Homeschooling is an incredible journey, offering the unique opportunity to tailor education to your child’s individual needs. However, homeschool success doesn’t happen by chance. It takes intentionality, preparation, and a lot of love. Here are 26 practical and proven ways to ensure your homeschool thrives: 1. Create a Schedule Children thrive on routine. A consistent…
I started homeschooling in 2012 and never thought that AI would play a role in my homeschool. Many families turn to homeschooling to provide the best education for their children. With all the buzz around AI these days, the question for homeschoolers is this: how can AI be used in education? What is AI (Artificial…
If you are teaching homeschool writing this year, you might be wondering the best ways to foster creativity and get your child’s ideas on paper! These 9 simple tips will help you teach homeschool writing in a fun, easy and effective method. The famous writer E.B. White once said, “Everyone has a story in them….
As I write this, the temperatures are below zero. My family is struggling to care for our menagerie of farm animals and pets, start the new school term off with gusto, and stoke the wood burning fireplace that can’t quite keep up with this weather. Even though I am wearing three layers of clothing, I…
Winter can be a challenging time in homeschool. The days are shorter, the weather is colder, and it’s easy to feel cooped up. It’s even easier to turn to screens to entertain yourself and your children. Let’s resist the temptation to be frustrated with the cold and make a plan to live internationally and start…
Homeschooling has changed over the past decade. When I started homeschooling in 2012, it was not cool. I got a lot of questions and judgements when my husband and I decided to keep our very bright 5 year old son home for kindergarten. I was not a trained teacher, the only people who homeschool are…