When our kids were 7 and 9, we thought homeschooling might be a good fit for us. We started with a Calvert Homeschool boxed curriculum, a basic platform that allowed us to plan our days and supplied a vehicle for growth. Quickly realizing I could make the learning more fun, I added workbooks, reading time,…
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ACT/SAT for Homeschoolers?
Many colleges claim to be “test-optional” when courting applicants. However, does this apply to homeschoolers? Not necessarily. Most often, even test-optional colleges and universities will want to see some proof of test-taking ability from a college-bound homeschooled student. This should not come as a surprise, and frankly, it is not the only reason to ensure…
How Can I Help?
Do you want to start homeschooling your child but don’t know where to start? Are you unsure how to write Course Descriptions or supply an Official Transcript? Having homeschooled our awesome kids for ten years, I can tell you that you don’t need to do this alone. I know it’s hard to know where to…
Yes to Homeschool Senior Projects
In many schools, a senior project is required for graduation. When schools (& students!) take it seriously, there is a tremendous opportunity for comprehensive learning and personal growth. Senior projects are a worthwhile graduation requirement and a wonderful tradition. Senior or “Capstone” projects are important because they encourage students to think outside their academic boxes…
Keeping Track: Sports & Activities
Parents of high schoolers, this is for you! Non-sporty teens and student-athletes alike know they have to be highly involved in their community in order to score those coveted college acceptance letters. Keeping a running log of their sports and hobbies will help them exponentially down the road. Competitive colleges look for active students, and…
Create Space for Writing
“What is most important and valuable about the home as a base for children’s growth into the world is not that it is a better school than the schools, but that it isn’t a school at all.” — John Holt When learning is the goal, our environment is everything. Dedicating space for learning is critical…
My Multiverse
Are you familiar with the word “multiverse?” According to the dictionary, it refers to a hypothetical collection of identical (or diverse) universes, including our own. I wonder what my alternate universe life might look like? When homeschooling teens, your world changes lightning fast. The coursework is increasingly hard; the questions and discussions: intense. The emotions…
“We Dream of Oysters”
Hurrah! The book has arrived and ready for all you poetry lovers out there… Â *If you requested a copy reserved for you, I have it. Please use the link below and give me your mailing details. Composing this little book has been a lot of fun and an experience I will treasure forever. Â I would…
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