Home School Resources
Our Journey to Prepping and Succeeding on the PSAT
Last year at this time, I was dipping my toe into the waters of the SAT, college preparation, and launching my then sophomore in high school. I wasn’t quite ready to start thinking graduation thoughts because I felt like there was still so much time before I needed to be planning for the end times—or…
Read MoreHow to Keep Up with Latin Studies Over A School Break
It’s winter break here, and it’s so tempting to just put the books away for a month and forget them. With all of the travel, extra events, and holiday fun, it’s easy to let the Latin studies slip. There are some simple ways to work in some brain training activities that will keep your mental…
Read MoreFree Christmas Code Breaking Printable
If your kids are like mine, the countdown to Christmas is ON! There are only so many Christmas movies you can watch to fill the days. If you’re looking for a fun activity to keep your kids busy, here’s a fun Christmas code breaking printable to challenge their minds while enjoying the season. I used…
Read MoreHow to Navigate the Challenges of Grading in Your Homeschool
Grading and assessment is fairly simple in the public school system. You complete a standardized assignment with a specific universal goal/answer key. The teacher grades the work, records it in their book, and returns it to the student. These numbers get processed in the database and a report card is generated. Simple right? However in…
Read MoreMiddle Grade Adventure Stories Your Daughters will Love
My middle daughter is an action loving girl. While she enjoys a good love story, she typically gravitates towards mysteries or other action packed tales that hold her interest. Stories like this are hard to come by. I’m always excited when old stories are brought back to life. I grew up buying vintage books from…
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