January 9, 2012 by Marci | No Comments
I want to share with you an exciting project I’m launching today. The Homeschool Scientist will seek to “equip and encourage homeschool parents by taking the fear out of and putting the fun into science education”. TheHomschoolScientist.com will go online in February. Until then, join me on facebook today for the launch of The [...]
December 29, 2011 by Marci | No Comments
Since it is that time of year when we start thinking about planning and organizing, Homeschool Creations is having a last minute sale on their Weekly Homeschool Planner . From Thursday, December 29th to Saturday, December 31st use the discount code – ORGANIZE12 – and the planner is only $12!! This is the planner I [...]
November 3, 2011 by Marci | No Comments
I love science experiments for kids that are timely and practical. When kids realize that science is happening all around us all the time, they get excited about science instead of being intimidated by it.That’s why our science studies seem to rabbit trail here and there. We might be inspired to study photosynthesis and [...]
October 14, 2011 by Marci | 2 Comments
I am a fan of routines. In fact, there are times I lose it when my routines get interrupted. (Don’t judge..I know there are others like me!) However, there are other times when I just need to throw the routines and plans out the window. This week, I had homeschool as usual planned. My [...]
October 7, 2011 by Marci | No Comments
I just noticed that I didn’t link up to my post yesterday at The Homeschool Village!! You think I’m too busy??? Anywho…. Here’s a great leaf experiment to do with the kids as part of homeschooling or as a weekend project. It’s especially great this time of year when the leaves are turning. Enjoy and [...]
October 4, 2011 by Marci | 1 Comment
One of the first resources I discovered when we started homeschooling was SpellingCity.com. I believe I first heard about it from a traditional schooling friend whose kids used it for spelling practice at home. At first, we used it for a spelling supplement. Now, SpellingCity.com is basically our spelling curriculum. The site is amazing. Kids [...]
September 26, 2011 by Marci | No Comments
I have the privilege of homeschooling my daughter. It is my responsibility to make sure she learns the math, reading, geography, history, grammar, and writing skills she needs to succeed. A pretty big challenge, but I am up for it. Even though the academics are important to us, my husband and I feel there is [...]
September 7, 2011 by Marci | 1 Comment
We love homeschool. But even homeschooling can’t take the drudgery out of some subjects. My daughter used to despise spelling. We tried several books and programs and techniques. Then, we found VocabularySpellingCity.com. My daughter asks to spelling first now. Up until this point, we have just had the basic free membership. That is great for [...]
September 1, 2011 by Marci | No Comments
It appears to be my week at The Homeschool Village! I posted there yesterday about a homeschool National Honor Society and today I am over there sharing some great resources for hands-on science projects. Even if you don’t homeschool, I encourage you to click over HERE and check it out. These resources are great for [...]
August 31, 2011 by Marci | No Comments
One accomplishment that many high school students strive for is membership in the National Honor Society. It is a mark of academic achievement, leadership experience and character that students can add to their transcripts and college admission forms. Most colleges and programs look favorably upon members. To my surprise, the National Honor Society does not [...]
August 29, 2011 by Marci | 1 Comment
Thanks to all who entered the Weekly Homeschool Planner giveaway last week. The winner is Bryn! Congratulations! If you didn’t win, you can still purchase this great resource HERE. Since it is a download, you can use it from year to year. *In full disclosure, the Weekly Homeschool Planner is an advertising affiliate – meaning [...]
