This article is in collaboration with Code for Teens. Did you know that software engineering is one of the fastest growing industries in the world? Maybe you have a future coder in your home? Or maybe you just want to expose your teen to another marketable and fun skill. Whatever the reason, most of us … Read more
We love science in our family, especially science that involves nature and animals. We are so blessed to have a pond on our property; over the years we have seen so much wildlife. It was only natural that when we began our homeschooling adventure that we would involve the pond in our studies. The wonderful … Read more
Living on the road full-time with our eight kids, we have more hiking opportunities than the average foundation-based family. The swell (yes, swell) aspect of hiking is that we can count it as a school day. Skeptical? Allow me to make a believer out of you with these “hike-schooling” subject areas: 1. Geology Regardless of … Read more
Although year round school schedules of many varieties are becoming more popular, I must admit I prefer having summer vacation. My kids have always preferred to have a summer vacation from school as well, and I definitely don’t want to be the Mean Mom that makes them slave away at the books while their friends … Read more
This article is in collaboration with Weigl Publishers. Why merely sit and read a book when you can have it come alive on screen with enhanced media books from Weigl Publishers! Imagine picking up a book that has been optimized for tablets, whiteboards, computers and other on-screen options. You are then given the option to … Read more