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GEOLOGY + ANSEL ADAMS + CAMERA = AN AMAZING SUMMER ASSIGNMENT This past semester, my kids did an in-depth study on rocks and geological formations. During our study, we began noticing all of the amazing outcroppings, (extremely large rocks that reveal themselves to...

Sometimes, even our most creative and self-reliant kids, get bored during the summer break. Taking time to imagine and create is wonderful for growing brains, but there are moments when we need to light the fire of their imagination to help start the process. Here are...

Homeschool Facts is always on the lookout for great deals for homeschool families and we think we found a real winner! Global Student Network (GSN) is offering a virtual gift basket when you enroll your student between July 15 and August 15, 2018 for a full year...

The only place I have been homeschooled personally or have homeschooled my children is New York State. I am thankful for the trailblazers who made homeschooling in New York possible. New York is known for being the most regulated state in the U.S. so I’m sure there...

The subject of priorities is a broad one. There are many things to prioritize in life. What is most important to you? What should get your attention first? In homeschooling making a list of your priorities might be helpful to keep on track throughout the year and...

There is sometimes a misconception that homeschoolers like to keep to themselves and that they are not social. This is not why I began homeschooling. I never wanted to be an island. I did not want to hide out in my house to keep away from others. We Homeschool Moms...

My 9 year old is an avid reader and is always looking for a new reason to use her clip-on book light. She loves the Little House on the Prairie series and the usual classics like Little Women, Charlotte’s Web and The Swiss Family Robinson. But we have also discovered...

It's almost summertime again!  Time for parents of school-age kids to start thinking about creating an array of fun, safe, healthy and educational "to do" lists to keep those kids happy and engaged.  Parents of school-age children consistently report that the summer...

Imagine yourself in my shoes: two tired preteens, teetering on the edge of disengagement with our daily course work. We’ve already done our math and writing, and we still need to do science and a few other peripheral subjects but our attention is waning quickly....

This week we took a week off from school to enjoy Winter Break. My kids were so excited to see a few playdates in our plans. While I was writing their fun activities for the week on the calendar I wrote in my own “playdate”. I was looking forward to checking out a new...

I fell for it last year. I needed a US History course for my kids and wanted it to be me-friendly. Teacher manuals, appropriate reading level for my kids to use independently, workbooks for each kid and all extra texts already collected in one spot. This book with...

NOTE:  This article is intended for informational purposes only and is in no way offered as legal or financial advice.  It is important that you consult a tax professional before making any investment decisions. Some Positive Changes for Taxpayers It's tax season...

Let’s face it. You have a lot on your plate as a homeschool parent. And a lot to keep track of, such as reports, student work samples, attendance records, etc. Wouldn’t it be great to have one organized, concise location to keep all necessary documents? Global Student...

Pedagogue throughout history has embraced structure and routine as essential to successful education. Yet anyone spending any time teaching children knows the importance of flexibility as well as structure. Online learning is a great tool for learning flexibility...

Are you considering home-schooling for the first time with an older child? Are you worried about how things might go, if it will be rough getting started late in the game? My journey with home-schooling began when I was fifteen and a sophomore in high school. At this...