Let me help you get started homeschooling with the ultimate list of 25 Homeschool Supplies You Can't Live Without.  This list includes basic items as well as my personal favorites that simply make homeschooling easier to manage.  Whether you are new to homeschooling or have been doing this for years, this list is a great place to find items you may not realize will help make your homeschool journey easy. 25 Homeschool Supplies You Can't Live Without This list of homeschool supplies is a must for every classroom.  Begin here for a great way to start your homeschool classroom for success this year. Other posts that may interest you: … [Read more...]

Homeschooling can bring a lot of clutter into your life, so I am sharing my tips for How To Organize Your Homeschool Papers.  This list of tips is perfect for keeping track of the things you must have on hand, while not feeling overwhelmed by always being on task sorting paperwork.  Keeping your homeschool tasks on target is easier than ever with these simple tips. How To Organize Your Homeschool Papers Only keep what you have to have for tracking purposes. If you really want to know how to organize your homeschool papers, it comes down to understanding what you actually have to keep track of for state regulations.  Make sure with your state homeschool department division of the board of education what is required of you each year.  Some states don't require any paperwork to be submitted, thus your organization may be just for your own use.  Other states require you to submit testing and a portfolio of work each year.  Before you begin anything, find out what you … [Read more...]

When homeschooling, one of the best things you can do for little to no cost is to utilize printable items from other homeschoolers.  This list of 50 Homeschool Printables You Need is a great place to begin.  From simple handwriting practice to lap book topics, this is the ultimate list to help you get started on your way toward making homeschooling simple, easy, and affordable for your family. 50 Homeschool Printables You Need Holiday Themed Homeschool Printables Science Printables For Homeschooling Math Printables For Homeschooling Language Arts & Grammar Printables For Homeschooling General Printables For Homeschooling This list of great homeschool printables is a great place for you to begin working with your child.  This list includes printables for all ages, and grade levels.  Tons of fun ideas, great busy work, and even complete lesson plans to help new homeschoolers begin! Other posts you may enjoy: … [Read more...]

I love the idea of these 50 Unit Study Ideas For Your Homeschool.  This is great concept that really encourages your children to read and learn in depth about a singular topic.  It is a great way to get an all in one look at any topic without spending a ton of time or money out of pocket. 50 Unit Study Ideas For Your Homeschool Using a unit study in your homeschool is all about taking a singular subject and studying it in many different ways.  This includes using books, seasons, movies, and more to create a week-long or longer study.  You break down the study by subjects like math, vocabulary, spelling, and more. Unit Study Ideas For Science Topics: Inventions & Inventors Unit Study from Homeschool Giveaways & Freebies Learning The Muscular System Unit Study from 3 Boys & A Dog Giant Sea Creatures Unit Study from Starts At Eight Rockin' Robot Unit Study from Brain Power Boy Coding Unplugged Unit Study from Brain Power Boy Weather Unit … [Read more...]