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How To Organize Your Homeschool Papers

by Dannelle

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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 … [Read more...]

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25 YouTube Channels For Your Homeschool

by Dannelle

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YouTube is a huge source of information and these 25 YouTube Channels For Your Homeschool are going to prove how amazing this video streaming site can be for you.  Homeschooling can be such a daunting task, but these channels make it easy to include visual lessons for your children while also being safe for their viewing. 25 YouTube Channels For Your Homeschool Khan Academy:  This channel has everything you can imagine for review.  It features math, physics, coding and more. Numberphile:  Your children can learn all about numbers and math in real life everyday examples that teach basic and advanced mathematic skills. WowMath: This channel has everything from basic algebra to advanced calculus tutorials. Computerphile:  This channel appeals to the programmer or coder, and also has tons of hacks and ideas for those interested in engineering and software. SmarterEveryDay:  Watching episodes here will help your children learn more about science, … [Read more...]

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10 Things To Do Before You Start Homeschooling

by Dannelle

There are a few Things To Do Before You Start Homeschooling that is a must.  These are things that will help make your homeschool classroom work better, but also keep you in line with local rules and regulations.  This list is a great place to begin to keep you and your children in line for homeschooling the right way from day one. 10 Things To Do Before You Start Homeschooling Check with your state board of education for requirements.  Before you begin working as a homeschooling parent, you need to make sure that you are following the state guidelines set out to keep your children on track.  Some states have little to no requirements, while others require you to keep strict track of testing and do annual testing. A phone call to your state board of education will direct you to the necessary requirements for you to homeschool.  This may also include letting local school districts know in advance about your choice so you will not end up with truancy cases … [Read more...]

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50 Homeschool Printables You Need

by Dannelle

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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 New Year's Pack from 3 Dinosaurs Multiple New Year Activity Printables from Activity Village Valentine's Day Word Search Printable from You Brew My Tea Ultimate Collection of Valentine's Day Activities & Printables from You Brew My Tea History of St. Valentine's Day Unit Study & Printables from Free Homeschool Deals St. Patrick's Day Crafts & Learning from Enchanted Learning St. Patrick's Day Printable Activity Pack from Apples 4 The Teacher Spring Free Homeschool Printables from True Aim For … [Read more...]

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50 Unit Study Ideas For Your Homeschool

by Dannelle

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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 more 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 Study … [Read more...]

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25 Free Homeschool Curriculum Resources

by Dannelle

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This list of 25 Free Homeschool Curriculum Resources is just what you need to get started with some great options for your classroom.  This list has tons of ideas for unit studies, worksheets, printables, complete curriculum, videos and more. 25 Free Homeschool Curriculum Resources This list of free homeschool curriculum is a great place to find amazing tools to use in your classroom.  I love knowing that when I am lost for ideas, I can turn to these great resources for ideas.  From simply adding a printable worksheet as busy work to using an entirely new curriculum this list includes some of the best around. Basic Homeschool Curriculum: These are some of our favorite free homeschool curriculum resources that offer basic education topics.  Some are complete lessons and others included multiple study options for review. Easy Peasy All In One Homeschool Donna Young Discovery Education PBS Kids Homeschool.com The Notebooking Fairy Ambleside Online Teachers Pay … [Read more...]

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