Harry Potter Books, Activities, and Unit Study for Homeschool

Harry Potter Homeschool Unit Study: Subjects, Activities & Plans

There’s something about handing your kid a book you loved and watching them fall into it just as hard. For a lot of families, that book is Harry Potter. And if your house has caught the fever, you can turn that obsession into an entire homeschool unit study without much resistance at all. Kids who … Read More

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60 Creative Writing Prompts for Middle Schoolers

Creative writing is one of the most valuable skills a middle schooler can build. Engaging writing prompts do more than fill class time. They build confidence, sharpen descriptive writing, and give kids room to stretch their imagination in ways textbook assignments rarely do. As homeschool educators who have spent years creating writing activities for middle … Read More

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Copywork for Homeschool: What It Is and How to Use It

Copywork for Homeschool: What It Is and How to Use It If you’ve been homeschooling for any length of time, you’ve probably hit that point where worksheets start feeling like busywork. You want your kids building real writing skills, not just filling in blanks. That’s where copywork for homeschool comes in. It’s popular for a … Read More

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How to Keep Kids Learning Over Summer Without Overdoing It

How to Keep Kids Learning Over Summer Without Overdoing It Summer looks different for every homeschool family. Some families take a full break. Some keep full school going year-round. We land somewhere in the middle, and that middle ground has been one of the best things we’ve done for our kids’ education. Figuring out how … Read More

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Spring Flowers Books & Activities for Preschoolers

Spring Flowers Books & Activities for Preschoolers Your child will love learning about flowers with these spring books for preschoolers. Learn outdoors and in with hands-on activities, crafts, and engaging children’s literature all about spring flowers. In this pack, you’ll find crafts and activities to encourage your child to learn and explore while gently introducing … Read More

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Homeschool Writing Activities That Make Kids Actually Want to Write

Homeschool Writing Activities That Make Kids Actually Want to Write Have you ever heard “The Sigh” come from your kids when you give them a writing assignment? “The Sigh” is a symptom of a disease that affects many young writers: boredom. Without treatment, they may even say those dreaded words, “This is so boring.” (They … Read More

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Engaging Homeschool Language Arts Curriculum for Kids That Need a Little Magic Dust

Engaging Homeschool Language Arts Curriculum for Kids That Need a Little Magic Dust Do you know what happens with most homeschool language arts curriculum? We get bored! It’s often a big workbook or textbook, with 45 minutes to an hour each day spent diagramming sentences. After 14 years of homeschooling and three kids, I’ve tried … Read More

Weird Ways to Celebrate Dr. Seuss Day with Kids

Weird Ways to Celebrate Dr. Seuss Day with Kids

Weird Ways to Celebrate Dr. Seuss Day with Kids Dr. Seuss Day (the birthday of Theodor Seuss Geisel) is undoubtedly a reason to celebrate such fantastic children’s books! If you have a child, you know that Dr. Seuss’s books are a beloved favorite of many. There are so many fun recipes, activities, and books to … Read More

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25 Crafts and Activities Based on Children’s Books

25 Crafts and Activities Based on Children’s Books There is nothing more exciting than finding a picture book that you and your child absolutely love. Your family will read that beloved book over and over again. We have all been there. One of the best ways to extend the magic is to build learning activities … Read More

The Ultimate Guide to Poetry Tea Time

The Ultimate Guide to Homeschool Poetry Tea Time

The Ultimate Guide to Homeschool Poetry Tea Time (teatime) Incorporate poetry tea time into your homeschool routine and help your children learn to enjoy poetry without the stress of studying it. With our simple guide to poetry tea time, you and your kids will look forward to it every week! Why Read Poetry When you … Read More