What are unit studies? They may just be the most versatile educational method out there. By tying all your subjects into a common theme, you can streamline your schooldays and reinforce the lesson all day long. Today, Jennifer, Holly, and Melody discuss everything you need to know to start incorporating unit studies into your [...]
When we think about college readiness, we tend to think about studying, extracurriculars, and exams, but there's another side that's crucial to preparing your kids not just for college, but for adulthood! Many college students find themselves needing to learn these skills on the fly, leading to distraction from their studies and unneeded stress. [...]
There's no quicker way to feel overwhelmed as a home educator than homeschooling two or more students at the same time. Talk about having a one-room schoolhouse! It can be challenging, but as a homeschooling mom of six, I'm here to tell you that it can be done. Keep reading for six ways to [...]
Are you experiencing homeschooling burnout? You're not alone! Every year around this time, homeschoolers all over start getting "yellow bus syndrome." You might think to yourself, "There's a yellow bus that stops at my corner, maybe we should try that." We're here to say don't do it! Melody, Jennifer, and Holly have been homeschooling [...]
Co-ops are a centerpiece of many home schools, and it's never been a better time to join one! Or even create one...? Today we're discussing all you need to know about co-ops. Topics range from why co-ops are great and how to choose the right one for your students, all the way to the [...]
The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to drive an increase in homeschooling across the country. As we pointed out in April 2021, there was “a jump in U.S. homeschool households from 5.4% in spring of 2020 to 11.1% by the fall.” Nearly every day in my various Facebook homeschool groups I see a [...]