Are you considering homeschooling? Are you thinking about homeschooling and wishing that you could learn from others and get the "inside scoop" before you get started? Well, I know when we decided to homeschool our kids I was overwhelmed. Trying to figure out my teaching style, her learning style, how we wanted our day to go. There were so many resources and opinions. So I thought I would share the 10 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Homeschooling. #1 - HOMESCHOOL DOESN'T HAVE TO BE ... read more
The Adventures of Rush Revere – A Book Review
I have been a Rush Limbaugh fan for many years and enjoy his both commentary very much. I first learned about the Adventures of Rush Revere Book Series at the Homeschool Convention this year and was very intrigued. So when the opportunity came to review the series, I jumped on it. I knew that the Adventures of Rush Revere #1 New York Times Bestselling Book Series by Rush and Kathryn Adams Limbaugh would be a hit and --- it definitely is! So what exactly is Adventures of Rush Revere Book ... read more
French Through Immersion with Whistlefritz – A Review
If you have read my blog much you know we LOVE studying foreign languages so we were excited to give Whistlefritz and their Educator's French Collection a try. We got started with Whistlefritz right away. We were excited to get started with the program and so we jumped in with the CDs in the car immediately. Allons Danser! CD was fun to listen to with the kids learning “La tête, les épaules, genoux, et pieds,” (Head, shoulders, knees, and toes) and several other fun French ... read more
Supplemental Math and Reading with K5 Learning – A Review
We recently had the opportunity to review the K5 Learning online program and my son is doing a great job with his math and reading as a result. The K5 Learning online program is great! A wonderful supplemental program for elementary aged students grades Kindergarten through 5. K5 Learning is an excellent resource to work on math and reading while your kids have fun learning. Students have the opportunity to work at their level at their own pace so they are not frustrated by moving ahead ... read more
Classical Latin with Memoria Press – A Review
Memoria Press provides excellent classical Christian curriculum and First Form Latin is no exception! We were blessed to receive the First Form Latin Complete Set for review, which was very complementary to the classical model we use at home for homeschooling. My daughter was at ease with the use and got started right away. So much comes in your First Form Latin Complete Set that it makes it easy to learn Latin! The First Form Latin Complete Set from Memoria Press is a complete package with ... read more
Heroes of History – Learning about Ronald Reagan
We recently had the opportunity to review a product from one of our favorite vendors - YWAM Publishing . I love it when we have the opportunity to check out new or different products from a vendor we love. We had the opportunity review Heroes of History- Ronald Reagan from the Heroes of History collection as well as the digital download Unit Study Curriculum Guide to go along with it. We were delighted and enjoyed the book very much. We are so glad we had the opportunity to use this product in ... read more
Learning to Type to Mastery – The Typing Coach Review
Do you long to include typing in your homeschool but struggle with which program may be the best fit? We were fortunate to review The Typing Coach Online Typing Course from The Typing Coach recently and I have to say, I think we have finally found the right program. My daughter is 12 and has been typing for a while. We have used some other free programs to teach the basics and she had a cursory introduction to keyboarding; however, her proficiency, accuracy, and proper positioning were not ... read more
Breathe Life into your Homeschool – A Review
The month of May is always a difficult month in our homeschool. Everyone is ready to be done for the year and I'm planning out the next year while trying to wrap up this year. Spring fever is rampant and we just want to enjoy the weather. So, most of us need some help with homeschool planning. And as a veteran, looking at our homeschool in a new light is helpful. So I was blessed to have the opportunity to work through Homeschool Rescue from Only Passionate Curiosity and get started looking at ... read more
Captain Absolutely “Absolutely” Had Them Captivated!
We recently had the opportunity to review Captain Absolutely, a comic book by Wooten Z Bassett from Focus On The Family, and the kids can't get enough. Can you buy the next one mom? Are there more? Read it again! These are the comments that my kids made once Captain Absolutely arrived at our house. And, frankly, I would love to see more! Captain Absolutely is more than a comic book. Captain Absolutely is the adventure of a mild-mannered librarian who, after a freak accident in the ... read more
Great Summer Ideas for Classical Conversations Families
The bittersweet ending of our Classical Conversations Year has come and gone. Our end of the year with fun parties, egg drops, and airplane races are still being talked about. The kiddos are not so happy that we didn't have CC this week. Yes, we can sleep in a little on our community day now and no I don't have to figure out lunch for the family next week but....I guarantee for the next few Tuesday's, the kids will be sad that we aren't heading to CC. IS THAT HOW IT WORKS IN YOUR HOME? As ... read more
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