Blog Cruise: Taking Care of the Homeschool Teacher

Homeschool moms are a busy lot. In addition to teaching the children, they generally have responsibility of the home, shopping, cooking, errands, and getting the kids to any and all outside activities. Most homeschool moms I know rarely find time to take care of themselves. So, this week, members of the crew are sharing their … Read more

Blog Cruise — Using Technology in the Homeschool

Computers, iPads, iPods, smart phones, Kindle Fires, software, online learning, apps, eBooks, Netflix streaming, video-based learning . . . there is a plethora of technology available to homeschoolers today. I don’t know what the statistics are, but it’s been my observation that a large percentage are participating in at least one form of high-tech method. … Read more

Blog Cruise — Exploring the Great Outdoors

I love this time of year  for many reasons. But my favorite thing about autumn has to be all of the changes occurring outdoors! Cooler temperatures, colorful leaves, the smell of burning wood. I absolutely love it. It’s also a great time of year for nature study. Why do leaves change color? What are animals … Read more

Blog Cruise — Homeschooling an Only Child

It seems that there are many larger families in the homeschooling community, and finding families homeschooling with just on child is a bit rare. Homeschooling an only carries with it many advantages, as well as a few challenges. Come along as members of the Homeschool share a little of both. Lori @ Special Connection Homeschool … Read more

A Division of The Old Schoolhouse® Magazine