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We want to make homeschooling your kids easier for you. 

Browse through our articles, written by our professional teachers, to get loads of tips and resources for a happy and productive homeschool.

We also share sample essays from our online writing program in our student showcase posts and occasionally share resources from our homeschool writing curriculum.

Happy reading!

Wrap Up The Homeschool Year And Get Focused On Next Fall With Ease

May 26, 2021


online writing curriculum, wrap up the homeschool yearYou’re at the finish line. But how do you cross it?

There are ways to wrap up the homeschool year that make it much easier to start again later.  Come fall, you'll spend less time organizing and reviewing forgotten content with your kids.

Keep reading to learn how to set yourself up for an easy re-entry. 

How to Channel Kids Spring Fever and Finish the Homeschool Year Strong

May 9, 2021

Finish the homeschool year strong, homeschool, homeschool year, online writing program Don’t fight with the kids to keep them sitting still. Learn how to adjust assignments in a way that redirects and channels their energy into productive work. 

Overcome Perfectionism and Improve Active Learning In Your Homeschool Day

April 20, 2021

homeschool, homeschool perfectionist, homeschool perfectionism, homeschool writing curriculum homeschool day, When you’re often in an adversarial position with your kids, it’s a sign that you’re being too perfectionist. Instead, think about giving them what they need. 

Upgrade Quality of Kids' Learning Every Day With Effective Feedback

April 7, 2021

homeschool teacher, homeschool, homeschool learning, effective feedbackWhen you give your kids consistent effective feedback, they treat failure as a learning opportunity. They roll with the punches, cope with obstacles, and don’t take it personally.  They’re confident in what they can do and are open to taking on new challenges.

3 Important Study Skills Kids Need That You Can Teach Now

March 23, 2021

study skills, study habits, homeschoolOur kids need strong study habits to be successful in homeschool, college and the workplace. They're a combination of organization skills and study skills that are practiced and used regularly.

With these skills, your kids are less stressed, less anxious and more confident when they prepare for assessments. And it takes  less time to get ready.

Share the Work. Make Life Easier. How to Teach Homeschooled Kids Organization Skills

March 9, 2021

organization skills, homeschool, organizational skills, teach organization skillsYou've got so much going on. You’re organizing and overseeing your kids’ homeschool education. You organize their activities and drive them there. You organize meals for the week, go food shopping AND do the cooking.

No wonder you’re feeling exhausted, frustrated, and angry! It feels like you’re doing everything yourself.  It doesn't have to be that way.

4 Effective Teaching Strategies to Fight Off Homeschool Burnout

February 24, 2021

effective teaching strategies, homeschool burnout, homechooling, effective teachingIt’s been a long stretch of homeschooling this winter. When the kids show an uncharacteristic lack of focus, motivation, or misbehavior, try these strategies.

Are Your Kids Problem Solvers? It’s Easy With Critical Thinking Skills Practice

February 9, 2021

Critical thinking skills, thinking skills, critical thinking, homeschoolStart to teach your young kids to be independent problem solvers with simple critical thinking skills practice. Tips and links to worksheets included. 

 

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