Sonshine gives us a Valentines acrostic about the many reason why she loves homeschooling and the innumerable benefits and joys of teaching her children at home.

Whether you homeschool or not, make reading something more than just reading a book. Sonshine shows you lots of great resources to enhance your children’s reading program.

I realize that most homeschool conventions are five to six months away, but the time is now to begin your convention planning. I talk to many homeschool moms who do not or cannot attend conventions because they cannot find a sitter, their husband has to work, they don’t have the money, they don’t know anyone [...]

Okay everyone, repeat after me, “School is fun, school is fun, school is fun.” It seems like right about now the newness has worn off and we are in our school routine. And sometimes our routines are boring. I am a workbook gal, but my kids are not, each year I try to find a [...]

This is a guest post from a good friend of mine, Rebecca. She homeschools her three kids ages 12, 10, and 5. Her family recently created a flag for their homeschool. I thought this was a great idea and was excited when she agreed to share her experience with us.

First we decided, as a family [...]

Many homeschoolers don’t think about creating a unique name for their homeschool, but there are many reasons why having a name is not only a good idea, but sometimes even necessary.

Some homeschool accountability groups/umbrella programs may require your homeschool to be identified by a name.
An official name is often requested when signing up for reading [...]

This week I want to share with you my all time favorite math curriculum. I have tried many, and liked few, but now I have finally found something that works for my family, Teaching Textbooks.
I love teaching textbooks because it takes mom out of math. My children (so far) have all liked math. The problems [...]

I spent this past weekend at the HEAV homeschool convention in Richmond, Virginia. I had a wonderful time and can’t wait to go again next year! I went to several seminars and heard many new ideas, and some old ones I had forgotten. Since the school year is winding down for many of us, I [...]