You have spent weeks or maybe months planning your homeschool year. Everything seems set and you know this will be the best year, ever. However, it isn't. You are struggling and that shiny new curriculum is no longer exciting. You pictured these amazing days with everyone eager to dive in...
Choosing a homeschool curriculum is one of the biggest decisions for homeschool families. There are many different homeschooling styles and even more homeschool curriculum providers. So, how do you know which homeschool syle and curriculum is best for your family? Hands-On Homeschooling Curriculum from The Crafty Classroom Choosing the...
Kindergarten is an important step in childhood and education. It marks the beginning of formal education. However, what should kindergarten students know? How can you know if your child learned enough during kindergarten. These are common questions for homeschool parents. So, we break down the how, why, and when to...
You have all your books and notebooks ready, but there may be one subject you completely overlooked. Physical Education is a key component of a well-rounded education. While all of us know what P. E. class is, it may be difficult to implement. What should I be teaching my children?...
Homeschooling your children is a monumental task. If you ask, most homeschool moms would tell you that their biggest fear is failing! Everyone wants to get it right and do the best for their children. However, sometimes trying hard not to fail at homeschooling is the surest way to fail!...
Print our Free Student Portfolio! Homeschool record keeping is an important part of a successful homeschool. There are many systems for record keeping available. One of the most popular and flexible systems is a student portfolio. This quick start guide will show you how to easily build a portfolio successfully for...
Homeschooling, like anything with kids, can be very expensive! You may be hyperventilating when you search for curriculum options. This can lead many prospective homeschoolers to quit before they begin. They feel like they could never afford homeschooling. Homeschooling does not have to be expensive!With a little planning, it is...
Are the papers starting to get out of control in your homeschool or classroom? Have you accumulated a ton of curriculum over the years and it's overwhelming? It's time for a clean space -- here's how to conquer the clutter in the classroom. It's easy to allow your homeschool space or...
Fine motor skills are important for children to build during the early years. Provide your kiddos with lots of hands-on activities, games, and manipulatives they can use to work those small motor muscles. These small motor movements will help children with their coordination as well as develop the necessary strength...
Do you have a student that is learning to read? Finding the best reading resources online can be hard. While I love Pinterest and the ability to search out FREE products, sometimes it's helpful just to pick up a small pack of worksheets to target a specific skill. That is one...
What do you do with your used homeschooling curriculum after the semester is done? Each time you need to purchase new homeschooling curriculum, you also have old curriculum you need to get rid of. One of the best things you can do is to sell your used homeschooling curriculum, helping...
These days, homeschooling on a budget means you look for every deal or discount you can. If something is free - you grab it. If something is a great deal - you stock up. So what about those dollar bin homeschool deals? You know - the little school supplies, notepads,...
Do you ever wish someone would just plan out your entire homeschool year for you....then maybe bundle it all up and email it to your inbox on Monday morning? Yeah....me too. Well, I don't have an entire YEAR of curriculum to send you, but I do have something that will make your homeschool planning super easy...
As a homeschooling mother of four, I know all about the daily math struggles. I am currently using THREE different math programs in my classroom because each curriculum lends itself to a particular child and grade level. Of course, this is one of the many benefits of homeschooling....picking and choosing...
This set of simple homeschooling resources is intended to help you simplify your goal setting, curriculum shopping and daily schedule. Today, we are offering this small collection FREE for all of our newsletter subscribers. Print Simple Homeschool Planning Pack Here Homeschool Goals: Sometime before you start your curriculum planning we suggest...
Have you ever wanted to join a Summer Reading Program for homeschoolers? There are many available options if you know where to look. Here is a helpful list of resources you can use to encourage your homeschool children to stay busy reading over the Summer: Local Library Local Bookstores (Barnes...
Today we have a handy set of writing freebies to share with you! This collection includes five different writing prompts, each with fill-in-the-blank paragraph frames for students to fill in. Across the top is room to draw in sequenced pictures of the story. My Birthday: Paragraph Writing Prompt A free kindergarten paragraph frame...
Smart Start Science is a new and engaging series of Low-Prep, Hands-On experiments, and activities designed for K-2 students. This specific pack, “Scientific Method Anchor Charts” includes six posters displaying the parts of the scientific method. Both color and black and white are provided. Scientific Method Posters -Ask a Question "What...
Shape-of-the-Week covers 10 different shapes over a 10-week period. Each week includes 4-days of activities and hands-on learning designed to keep little minds engaged. This curriculum is print-&-go, meaning you can print it out, place it in a three-ring binder, and everything is presented in the order needed during the 10-week...
If there is one thing I've learned in my 9 years of homeschooling it's that Science doesn't have to be daunting....it really doesn't! That is why I'm thrilled to announce the release of a brand new series called, "Smart Start Science." Smart Start Science Experiments for St. Patrick's Day Smart Start Science is a...
