Girl writing in a notebook at her homeschool desk while her mom looks on, using notebooking to learn history without a textbook

Homeschooling History Without Textbooks

Learning history can become far more memorable when children encounter it outside of a textbook. You don’t have to be sitting down with a textbook, reading a chapter, and answering the questions at the end for real learning to happen. Homeschooling gives families the flexibility to approach history in ways that match their children’s ages, … Read More

The Golden Goblet book suggestion for an ancient Egypt unit study for homeschool.

Ancient Egypt Unit Study for Homeschool (Books, Activities, and Printables)

Ancient Egypt Unit Study for Homeschool (Books, Activities, and Printables) Ancient Egypt is one of those units almost every homeschool family circles back to eventually, and I get why. An ancient Egypt unit study manages to pull in history, geography, writing, art, and a bit of science without feeling like you’re juggling five separate subjects. … Read More

How To Find Awesome History Field Trips In Your Area

How To Find Awesome History Field Trips In Your Area

How To Find Awesome History Field Trips In Your Area Field trips are one of the best ways to get hands-on with kids. One subject that can really benefit from field trips is history. By using history field trips to teach your child, you allow your child to make meaningful connections to the past, immerse … Read More

Black History Resources for Kids

The Ultimate List Of Black History Resources For Kids And Families

The Ultimate List Of Black History Resources For Kids And Families Did you know that Black History Month started out as a one-week celebration? Back in 1926, noted historian, author, and journalist, Carter G. Woodson (who was the son of former slaves) expressed concern about the fact that African Americans were never really taught about … Read More

American Presidents for Kids

President’s Day Activities: Exploring American Presidents for Kids

President’s Day Activities: Exploring American Presidents for Kids President’s Day is officially celebrated on the third Monday of February, but there’s no reason why you can’t keep the learning going all throughout the year! In this article, you’ll find several activities and resources you can use to make it fun to learn about American presidents … Read More

10 Chinese New Year Crafts and Activities for Preschool

10 Chinese New Year Crafts and Activities for Preschool

10 Chinese New Year Crafts and Activities for Preschool Chinese new year is also known as the spring festival in China, and just one of the several Lunar New Years in Asia. This annual Chinese tradition is rich in culture and exciting to learn about for all ages. The festival lasts around 23 days and … Read More

Thanksgiving for Kids

Super Easy Ideas To Make Thanksgiving For Kids Fun

Super Easy Ideas To Make Thanksgiving For Kids Fun Thanksgiving brings so many learning opportunities. There is no lack of things to learn about, whether you are focusing on the First Thanksgiving, Thankfulness, or just adding some fun to Thanksgiving for kids. You can add in various activities all through the fall season and even … Read More

Johnny Appleseed for Kids

Johnny Appleseed for Kids: Fun Activities and Books

Johnny Appleseed for Kids: Fun Activities and Books National Johnny Appleseed Day is celebrated March 11 and/or September 26. Making either one of those days a fantastic opportunity to discover more about Johnny Appleseed for kids! With our exclusive unit study, you can dive into the history of Johnny Appleseed with your student or learn … Read More

pirate books

Thrilling Pirate Books Your Kids Will Think Are Awesome

Thrilling Pirate Books Your Kids Will Think Are Awesome If your student is fascinated by pirates and tales of swashbuckling adventure, you’ll love this list of 10 must-read classic pirate books! These timeless stories are packed with daring escapades, hidden treasure, and larger-than-life characters that keep readers hooked from beginning to end. We’ve chosen beloved … Read More

Two boys playing with pirate toys in a homeschool setting, one holding a toy pirate ship and the other arranging pirate figures on a map.

10 of the Best Pirate Movies for Kids

Ahoy, homeschoolers! One of the best parts of home education is the freedom to explore unique and exciting topics—and few are as thrilling as pirates! Whether you’re building a themed unit study, celebrating Talk Like a Pirate Day, or just looking to add some high-seas adventure to your movie night, these pirate movies for kids … Read More