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Need help with curriculum and resources? 2 Replies
Hi, my name is Diane Gomes and I an a retired school librarian. Well, actually semi-retired as of yesterday as I just accepted a part-time job as a librarian at a local tech school. I also have bee...
Tagged: standards, literacy, state, plans, lesson
Started by Diane Gomes, Usborne Books. Last reply by Pam Bullock 1 day ago.
Pros and Cons to Homeschooling 2 Replies
I was asked recently by my cousin, the pros and cons to homeschooling. I'd love to share it with you. I hope it blesses you. Please fill free to comment, too. I welcome your thoughts and I hope to ...
Tagged: pros, cons, homeschool, pros and cons
Started by Melanie Derrick. Last reply by Melanie Derrick Nov 12.
Practice, Practice, Practice will help our kids read - but what if you don't have time to help? 3 Replies
I'm a mom of two. I have this passion to wipe out illiteracy. I started a kid's game/learning company that has shipped to high quality computer games for early readers that has won many awards (e.g...
Tagged: drawing, early, readers, reading, games
Started by Margaret Johnson. Last reply by Rhonda Cratty Nov 11.
Homeschool Curriculum FREEbie - interactive Ebooks 2 Replies
Sylvan Dell Publishing is offering Free interactive Ebooks on their site - illustrated beautifully, these ebooks are in a variety of subjects and each ebook comes with an accompanying comprehension...
Tagged: homeschooling, ebooks, curriculum, homeschool, free
Started by Tammy DePew Smith. Last reply by Tammy DePew Smith Nov 10.
Welcome to Homeschooling Twitter Moms!! 54 Replies
So tell us a bit about yourself! How old are your kids? How do you homeschool? Where do you hang your book bag? (general area, no need to list your city and state, if you don't wanna) What do you ...
Started by Spookygirl. Last reply by pam petrie Nov 10.
Homeschooling and preparing for college 3 Replies
Are there any members in this group that have teens who are preparing for college? Do you have any questions regarding college preparation and how its affected by homeschooling? I'd love to help......
Started by Suzanne Shaffer. Last reply by Joelle Ferreira Leeks Nov 6.
Homeschooling and Autism? 2 Replies
I am not homeschooling yet. I wanted to homeschool my oldest but wasn't able to be at home with her. She is now a freshman and boy do I wish I had homeschooled her. My boys are 3 and 1 and my 3 ye...
Started by Courtney. Last reply by Courtney Nov 6.
First Timer (3rd grader)...costs. 4 Replies
OK, so this Fall will be my first time homeschooling my 3rd grader. Any tips, ideas, help on costs? Does everyone just purchase all their needs right away? Is there a better way to save money on su...
Started by Peg Graham. Last reply by PraiseWalker Oct 23.
In a rut with your curriculum? Look no farther for a solution than your......iPod Touch!
We joke in our family that we need our iPod Touch's surgically attached. My kids are music buffs, and are using their iPods to keep up with the latest and best in the music scene. They talk to all ...
Started by PraiseWalker Oct 23.
Is Unschooling For You?
I confess that while I have heard of unschooling, I truly had no idea what it was all about, but was interested to learn. My guest blogger for this week, Mrs. M, explains all about unschooling. Is ...
Tagged: home, at, work, homeschool, unschooling
Started by Tammy DePew Smith Oct 23.
Looking for Guest Bloggers on Homeschooling 6 Replies
Each Friday I will be featuring a guest blogger on my blog - http://bestofbothworldsathome.com. My blog focuses on individuals who work from home, and also parents that homeschool. So, I would pref...
Started by Tammy DePew Smith. Last reply by Tammy DePew Smith Oct 19.
Love to Read?
Join me in Fall Into Reading 2009 - http://bestofbothworldsathome.com
Started by Tammy DePew Smith Sep 23.
homeschooling a middle school teen 8th grade 6 Replies
I am new to the site as well homeschooling and have not gone through all discussion, please pardon me for that. I ask this, Can I speak to those who are homeschooling middle school ages or who had...
Started by Rhonda. Last reply by Rhonda Sep 23.
Do You Use Workboxes? 1 Reply
Do you use the workbox system by Sue Patrick? If so, how are you keeping up? Are you able to keep up with filling the boxes each evening? I'm finding that is my biggest struggle right now, basicall...
Tagged: homeschooling, system, workbox, workboxes
Started by Maureen. Last reply by Kristenph Sep 21.
Can homeschooling moms own a successful home business and homeschool effectively? 29 Replies
Can homeschooling moms own a successful home business and homeschool effectively? Homeschooling is becoming a hot trend for a lot of moms who have a home business. It is not only effective way to e...
Tagged: marketing, ideas, parents, attraction, moms
Started by Tatyana Gann. Last reply by Tammy DePew Smith Sep 21.
How Do You Celebrate First Day of School? 3 Replies
I'm holding a contest on my blog about how you celebrate the first of school. We eat ice cream for breakfast on the first day of school. My kids were shocked when they saw ice cream sundaes at the ...
Tagged: start, contest, leaders, leadership, raising
Started by Kerry Beck. Last reply by Deb Maubach Sep 6.
Scrapbooking and Homeschooling
I have been scrapbooking for over 10 years and my family knows that this is my hobby. Though what I scrap is usually about my kids, I rarely let them scrap with me. And now that I scrap digitally, ...
Tagged: hobbies, hobby, crafts, digital_scrapbooking, scrapbooking
Started by Maureen Aug 28.
What is your favorite high school curriculum? 5 Replies
I am stuck on what to teach for 12th grade, do you teach American Govt/ Economics? What is some of your favorite curriculum for the different subjects, especially English?
Started by Robyn. Last reply by Susan Tatsui-D'Arcy Jul 31.
Invite to join HSwithhumor Group on Yahoo
Click to join HSwithHumor A Christian, whimsical and creative approach to homeschooling/working from home/parenting!
Started by Tammy DePew Smith Jul 29.
Homeschool Families and Television 2 Replies
Greetings Homeschooling Moms! We are conducting a poll on Homemade Homeschoolers on TV usage in homeschool families. I would be so grateful if you would take a moment to vote at http://bit.ly/tvpo...
Tagged: tv, television, homeschool
Started by Shelly. Last reply by Shelly Jul 21.
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Comment by Rhonda Cratty on November 10, 2009 at 6:39pm -
Remember to pause 11/11 at 11:00 Veterans Day 101: History for Children
http://www.examiner.com/x-2016-Parenting--Education-Examiner~y2009m11d9-Veterans-Day-101-History-for-Children
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Comment by Rhonda Cratty on November 7, 2009 at 9:26pm
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Thanksgiving is the perfect time for authentic writing for our children.
Authentic writing activities help with writing achievement. When children are involved with authentic writing for real life purposes they are writing for people outside of school.
Thanksgiving gives your child the authentic writing opportunity to write recipes, shopping lists, greeting cards, writing stories and poems.
Have your child be your family’s official Thanksgiving writer. Give your child a new journal and colored pencils, as a family sit around your table with mugs of warm apple cider and begin your plans.
Your child can:
• List who is going to be at your dinner.
• Write invitations to invite your guests.
• Read recipes and make a list of food needed.
• Make Greeting cards for family and friends that are far from home.
• Create Place cards for the table.
• Write stories, prayers, and poems to be read on Thanksgiving.
Learning to write well is one of your child’s most challenging tasks. It takes time, practice and lots of encouragement. Parents can help develop these life long skills, and create memories and the love of writing at the same time. Don’t forget to take a few pictures to slip into the journal for a lifetime of memories.
As your family prepares for Thanksgiving let your children become your family’s historian, journalist, memory keeper, your family’s writer.
Happy Writing,
R.R.Cratty
More Ideas to Help Your Child Write
Keep reading at: http://www.examiner.com/x-2016-Parenting--Education-Examiner~y2009m11d7-Authentic-Thanksgiving-Writing#
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Comment by Cindy C on November 6, 2009 at 10:16am - Although I am not a homeschooling mom, I am always on the lookout for great ideas to use with my children's education at home. Found some great free videos at DiscoveryEducation.com. Thought I could combine "computer time" with learning time and my kids won't know it!
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Comment by Melanie Derrick on November 5, 2009 at 10:19am -
Homeschool Moms, I need your help. I have a family member who wrote to me after reading a post on my blog. I had asked the question to everyone "Why Do You Homeschool" as a survey. She replied asking "Why Homeschool". I have many reasons, but so does everyone else. I am hoping you can all help me out with the answer. To give several different points of view. You can read her comment on my blog. I'd love to get your comments. It's a pretty loaded question. =0)
Thank you for your help.
Blessings ;)
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Comment by Melanie Derrick on November 3, 2009 at 11:51am
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I'm taking a survey. Why do you homeschool?
Take survey now
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Comment by susan chodakieiwtz on October 18, 2009 at 1:19pm - Encouraging a Love of Reading through the Arts with Booksicals musical performances of picture books. We are kicking off with our first FREE Barnes and Noble event for kids. LA home schoolers who want to bring your kids? It's free! Sunday October 25 at Barnes&Noble at the Grove Shopping Center. 1pm
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Comment by Holly Craw on October 8, 2009 at 9:54pm - What a fun group from all the comments! I homeschooled my girls K-12, and stayed involved in the homeschooling community after they graduated. I loved being a homeschool mom, and really miss it! My youngest daughter will be having a daughter in Janaury, and I hope to be able to help homeschool her.
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Comment by Jenny Vanhoff on October 8, 2009 at 9:37am
- New to the group, but not new to homeschooling. I am in my tenth year of schooling the kiddos. I have two in high school-( I homeschool the neighbor kid) and one in 5th grade. Wow, they grow up fast. Looking forward to learning and sharing with you all!
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Comment by Robin Hartman on September 21, 2009 at 8:41am -
Happy Johnny Appleseed day!
For great history lessons and activities on the subject, go here
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Comment by erica kelsey on September 17, 2009 at 7:53am
- Female Handbags get more exciting here and like never before. Check out http://www.pavinastore.com
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