This post is from contributor, Megan Zechman. Ahhh, summer. No more worksheets or tests. A relaxed schedule and endless hours to do whatever you want. Fun in the sun! Pure bliss, right? Only until you hear the first, “I’m bored!” One way to beat summertime boredom is to plan ahead. Consider putting together a box […]
Homeschooling Middle School vs. Elementary School
This post is from contributor, Megan Zechman. My oldest daughter has hit the age when many parents consider putting their children back into public school – the often dreaded middle school years. This is also the time when some families move away from the style of education they’ve been utilizing for years and begin using […]
When Real Life Disrupts Your Homeschool Routine
This post is from contributor, Megan Zechman. Originally published Feb. 2014. Back when my husband and I were making our decision to homeschool, I had visions of daily schedules, completed textbooks, and lots of learning. We were going to be well-oiled machines, never wasting a minute, easily getting hours of school work done every day. […]
10 Table Manners Every Middle Schooler Should Know
This post is from contributor Megan Zechman. With the holidays approaching, many families will be sitting down for more formal meals, making it the perfect time for our young teens to learn some additional dining etiquette while brushing up on the behaviors they already know. Like you, I’ve been teaching my kids table manners since […]
Mini Canvas Chalk Pastel Art–A Frugal Christmas Gift
This post is from contributor Megan Zechman. Are you looking for something that your children can give to friends and family this holiday season that is meaningful, yet frugal? Consider having them create small chalk art gifts. Your loved ones will appreciate the thought and will remember your family as they decorate their homes. This […]
Celebrate National Winnie-the-Pooh Day
“If you live to be a hundred, I want to live to be a hundred minus one day so I never have to live without you.” ― A.A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh Did you know that January 18th is National Winnie-the-Pooh Day? I didn’t. Celebrating this lovable bear is a delightful way to break up the […]
Teaching Homeschool Science Without Textbooks
This post is from contributor, Megan Zechman Do you use textbooks as the backbone for science lessons in your home school? Most of us do. However, last year I did something radical. I stopped using a textbook to teach science. I was a bit worried at first because I was used to having an outline […]