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Lisa
Thursday, 26 March 2026 / Published in * Teaching Methods

Free Worksheets for Kids: A Time-Saving Learning Resource for Homeschool Families

Have you ever woken up and realized it was a holiday and you had no themed activities planned for your homeschool? Coffee in hand, you frantically searched the Internet for free worksheets for kids before the rest of the house woke up. All you found were paid worksheets, newsletter subscription requirements, or mandatory account sign-ups.
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Lisa
Thursday, 12 March 2026 / Published in * Teaching Methods

What is an Eclectic Education?

What on earth does “eclectic” mean? Eclectic homeschooling can be defined as “enjoying the freedom to individually choose and utilize the best elements of various educational resources for your individual children, rather than strictly following a particular style.” Instead of being tyrannized by a textbook, scolded by a schedule, or controlled by a curriculum, eclectic
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Lisa
Thursday, 26 February 2026 / Published in * Teaching Methods

Build Math Skills in your Homeschool

Have you ever heard someone say, “I’m a math person,” or “I’m not a math person”? People often label themselves as either being great at or terrible with math skills, which can affect their mindsets when it comes to teaching it. Incorporating math enrichment as a homeschooling parent can be a catch-22. A mom may
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Lisa
Thursday, 12 February 2026 / Published in * Teaching Methods

History and Geography Through Literature: A Grand Adventure in Learning

My children have learned exponentially more through good literature than I could ever expose them to in real life. They learned science, history, geography, and strong moral character through many living books, missionary stories, and classic literature. The books they have read have taken them on grand adventures through time, space, and Creation. In reading
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Lisa
Thursday, 29 January 2026 / Published in * Teaching Methods

Homeschool Curriculum Support: Your Trusted Guide to Homeschooling Tools

Homeschooling today comes with more choices than ever before—which is both a blessing and a challenge. Families are no longer limited to a handful of curriculum options, teaching methods, or educational philosophies. Instead, parents must navigate an ever-expanding marketplace of programs, services, and tools, all claiming to meet their needs. This is where homeschool curriculum
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Lisa
Thursday, 15 January 2026 / Published in * Teaching Methods

A Steady and Effective Approach to Grammar

Grammar can be one of the most intimidating subjects to teach at the high school level—especially if your student has gaps in understanding or lacks confidence. Easy Grammar Ultimate Series: Grade 9 from Easy Grammar Systems offers homeschool families a clear, systematic approach to grammar that emphasizes consistency, mastery, and steady progress.  Rather than overwhelming
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Lisa
Thursday, 08 January 2026 / Published in * Encouragement

New Year, New Homeschool!

Is a new homeschool wishful thinking? I mean, we are dealing with the same children and the same teacher, so how do we change things up this year? We can stop everything and start over. A new year can mean a new homeschool! Here is help. The new year is an opportunity to look at
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Lisa
Thursday, 01 January 2026 / Published in * Teaching Methods

Socialization Simplified: Why Homeschool Families Are More Connected Than Ever

If there’s one question nearly every homeschool parent hears, it’s this: “But what about socialization?” For decades, the myth has lingered that children who learn at home somehow miss out socially—isolated, disconnected, or lacking opportunities to build friendships. But when we look at real homeschool families and the diverse communities they build, the myth quickly
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Lisa
Thursday, 11 December 2025 / Published in * Holidays

How do I Keep My Homeschool Organized During the Holidays?

What do you really love about Christmas? Before the season sweeps you into its whirlwind, this is the question every homeschooling parent should pause to ask—especially when planning a holiday homeschool schedule. The holidays can easily pull us away from the peaceful family homeschool routine we value most. Instead of quiet evenings, Scripture readings, and
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Lisa
Thursday, 04 December 2025 / Published in * Teaching Methods

How Do You Homeschool With Games?

We often think that toys and games are keeping us from the real stuff of academics, but often, they are what make it stick. So many educational toys and games create opportunities for the kids to be scientific or creative or use logic or spatial skills. This is exactly what we want for our learners!
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Lisa
Thursday, 27 November 2025 / Published in * Encouragement

Welcome Home to the HomeRoom: Finding Rest in Spirit, Soul, and Body

Welcome Home to the TOS HomeRoom! We are here to give you all the help and support you need to keep your children home and give them rest in their spirits, souls, and bodies as they thrive in the best learning environment: home! We also know that parenting, ministry, marriage, career, and homeschooling all mixed
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Lisa
Thursday, 20 November 2025 / Published in * Teaching Methods

What Are Homeschool Evaluations—And Why Do They Matter?

What Are Homeschool Evaluations—and Why Do They Matter? If you’ve ever searched for honest homeschool product reviews, you’ve probably wondered, “Where can I find real feedback from real homeschool families?” That’s exactly what HomeschoolingFinds.com offers—trusted homeschool evaluations written by families who look over the products in their own homes. Members of the Homeschool Influencer Network
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