The 5 W’s of Scripture Memorization (who, what, when, where, and why)

Scripture memorization is something I have done with my kids for as long as I can remember. It was something I did as a child with my parents. I was involved in Bible Drill at our church, where we had to memorize 25 verses, 10 key passages, and the plan of salvation each year. When … Read more

What You Can Learn about History From Watching TV Shows

“So what did you notice about the older TV shows compared to the more recent TV shows?” I asked a roomful of homeschool kids. We had just finished watching 2 TV sitcoms from the 1950s to the 1980s. I expected to hear about the funny hairstyles, fashion, family values, or furniture. I was surprised when … Read more

Mastering Study Skills

“Work smarter, not harder.”  These are words I taught my children at a young age…though some days they come back to bite me.  I’m thinking of that time they programmed a robot to mop the floors….  Highly successful students embody that statement.  They have learned to work smarter, not harder, and you can, too!   Cyclical … Read more

Top Ways to Use Fairy Tales In Your Homeschool

“Once upon a time…”  Ahh… the most exciting four words I heard for years. Honestly, they still bring a source of comfort and excitement. I feel positively giddy when I hold a book of fairy tales in my hands or read them to my children. I love seeing their faces when they fit pieces together … Read more

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