factsfirst is an online math program from the publishers that you brought you Saxon Math.factsfirst was created for children to develop fluency in basic math facts in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division through placements tests, lessons, review, and practice. Arcade style games reward students upon completion of a unit. To start, each child creates a … Read more
Have you ever read a book or heard stories about what students learned in the pioneer days of this country? The breadth of knowledge they covered was astounding and the depth of the students’ understanding was simply amazing. Thinking about it always leaves me wanting to capture those days and bring them into the learning … Read more
When I was in high school, one of the electives available was financial accounting. As my students approach high school age, I figured I’d be developing my own course, probably using a college textbook. Well, thanks to Michael P. Licata, Ph.D. of Professor in a Box, homeschoolers no longer have to do that. Professor Licata … Read more
Last year, while working with the Crew, I was introduced to Bonnie Terry Learning – a company that specializes in helping parents and teachers help those students who are struggling in various areas. I’m excited to announce that Bonnie Terry Learning is once again sharing products with the Crew for review. One of the new … Read more
Technology is an amazing thing. The world of electronics and media is changing and evolving so quickly that it’s hard to keep up. I think that, sometimes, homeschoolers tend to shy away from technology – maybe because they are scared of it, or because they don’t want to get caught up in all the ways … Read more