Easy Ways to Add Science to Your Fall Homeschool Lessons

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  Seeking a relaxed approach when it comes to fall homeschool lessons? The following activities can be used in lieu of or as a supplement to your current science curriculum if you are looking for practical ways to teach fall science principles.   Leaf Color Change Young learners will be beyond excited if you simply
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Hey Mama Monday: Mama, Are You Teaching A Special Learner?

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  We have written an abundance of articles about special learners over the years through The Homeschool Minute™ email and through The Old Schoolhouse Magazine. Here is just one article of many titled “Ten Reasons to Homeschool Your Child With Special Needs.” Rather than talking about these special, struggling, and different learners, I want to
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Homeschooling Mistakes You Are Probably Making

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  When we first started homeschooling, the LAST thing I wanted to hear was that I was doing it all wrong. But let’s be honest. We all have had designated seats on the struggle bus. Homeschooling can be messy. And, oh so challenging. I first started writing this little post in my head, months and
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Fruits of the Spirit for the Homeschool Mom

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  According to Galatians Chapter 5, the fruit of the Spirit includes love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. How do these fruits relate to home education? A better question to ask might be, what if I am NOT seeing these fruits in our homeschool? What is missing, and what do I
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A Simple Way to Get Your Kids Ready for a Great Year

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  It’s September, and most of us have already started our brand new homeschool year. Is it too late to gear up for a great year? It doesn’t matter if you’ve already started the school year. This activity will take a couple of hours and bear lasting results all year long. Gather your children together
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Hey Mama Monday: Encouragement for the Tough Days, Mama

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  Hey Mama, You got through Monday. You did it. And I know there were moments you suffered from “mad cow mama” syndrome, but what’s done is done. Good thing your Father is patient and your kids so forgiving. They love you. I think it’s good they see the crud sometimes. They are experiencing real
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Incorporating Communication Skills into Your Homeschool Curriculum

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  Think for a moment about how important communication is to your daily life. These skills help us clearly articulate and express our thoughts, feelings, desires. They help us actively listen to others, interpret the meaning and message of what’s being said, and socially interact with our friends and colleagues. From our very first attempts
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How to Plan High School Courses for Homeschool Students

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  Homeschooling high school does not need to be daunting. You can plan high school courses for homeschool with ease once you realize that you, the parent, have the option to guide your child down the path that you think is best. As a parent, you have had over a decade to get to know
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