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Science is important to understand for any child (and grownup). So fostering the intrigue with ready-to-go boxes of building materials for a science experiment is as good as it gets. There is of course the option to custom-make labs yourself, but that takes a lot of effort. So what are

Figuring out how to do science labs for a homeschooler (or just for fun) is a big challenge. Google is helpful, but it all kind of jumbles together. Putting the effort in is totally worth it, but where to begin? What are the options without having to know chemistry yourself?

Kids can get very into science. Finding an engaging curriculum that feeds that curiosity can be challenging especially if you're looking for something rigorous. Perhaps you're not even sure how to judge what good science materials are. That's an even more significant problem if you're not into science. Well, here

Sometimes you can feel tired of homeschooling even before the school year starts. It makes burning out during the year so much more likely. Besides teaching you also have to get the children dressed and clean, then there are also chores to be done. Life doesn't even end at home,

Homeschooling is sometimes tough. Once your child starts fighting and resisting learning it may seem like you're out of options. Maybe you're burnt out and get agitated quickly at this point. It started out so well, what now? Don't give up, but do take a break! Even when your child

When you're new to homeschooling it can seem like curriculums all look alike, promising things too good to be true. It takes so much time just to figure out which curriculum makes sense. You're probably tempted to get an all-in-one curriculum and just get it over with, but all-in-one curriculums

It's tempting to buy an all-in-one curriculum and call it a day. It seems like a sure way to cover all bases and stick to the national curriculum. How else do you make sure you've covered all the topics? There are excellent all-in-one curriculums, but just like there isn't a

Homeschooling is a divisive political issue these days. Most arguments online happen because they don't differentiate college-graduated homeschoolers from the socially isolated kids of fundamentalist parents. We're not talking about the bad cases of homeschooling today. What are the side effects of a successful homeschooler? Naivety. People who aren't homeschooled

Your child can't read, still! What a scary thought. Remember, everyone has their own speed, especially in homeschooling. However, you do want to do everything you can to make sure it's not a medical issue. Here are the main medical issues that affect reading capability. Dyslexia is when words don't

Perhaps your child isn't reading yet or is falling behind in math, there's a bunch of people just waiting to call you a colossal failure. "I told you this isn't going to work!" These problems would of course arise in a public school and also probably even worse, but that

YouTube is a vast library of content where your kids can choose what they're interested in, but it's difficult to find all of the options out there. Here are some ideas for you to check out. In fact, I'm going to keep this list updated with every YouTube channel that

It's difficult to be up to date with all the homeschooling materials and techniques. These channels can give you ideas on how to up your game as a parent. I'll keep this post updated when I find new channels. * Making Everyday Magic (secular) * Homeschool Together * HomeschoolHappyHour * Ode to Abode * Project

Take trips to the library. Make it an event where your child can explore and discover what they like reading. They are allowed to take as many items as they like or none at all. No need to question their choices, let them try things out. Even if they don't

So you're not into reading. Your parents probably weren't either. You can break this cycle, but it will take some work. It's worth it because reading is a core skill that teaches your child vocabulary, spelling, grammar, and a wide range of concepts. The good news is there are very

Some kids just hate reading. They struggle, have a hard time blending sounds together, they switch sounds around when spelling a word. Family members are already critical of homeschooling and pressuring you. Shouldn't this be easier? Is this normal? The good news is it's normal for kids to learn to

"My daughter is 8 years old and is still not reading!" - a concerned parent. That can be a scary situation when you've tried everything and nothing works. Is there something wrong? Maybe, maybe not. Don't get discouraged! Try these few extra steps to make sure you're doing everything you