The Christmas season often brings a whirlwind of activity, but for homeschooling families, it also presents a beautiful opportunity to slow down and learn together. Adopting a Charlotte Mason approach to the holidays allows us to replace frantic energy with rich, living ideas. Instead of just another craft, we can engage in meaningful Charlotte Mason […]
Geography can feel like one of those subjects that’s all about memorizing names, dates, and locations. Where is Timbuktu? What’s the capital of Kyrgyzstan? While those facts have their place, they don’t exactly spark a lifelong love for our incredible world. If you’re looking for a way to teach geography that feels more like a […]
Have you ever found yourself wishing school was less about memorizing facts and more about sparking wonder? Do you want your child’s education to be a magical journey filled with art, music, and nature instead of just worksheets and tests? If so, you might want to pour a cup of tea and get comfortable, because […]
The days are getting shorter, the air is crisp (or downright freezing depending on where you live), and the cozy vibes are calling. If you are an unschooling family, this shift in seasons often means a shift in rhythm. While traditional schools might be gearing up for holiday concerts and finals, we get to lean […]
As the days get shorter and a crisp chill fills the air, the holiday season begins to sparkle on the horizon. For homeschooling families, this time of year offers a unique opportunity to blend education with celebration. If you’re looking for ways to get your child excited for the holidays, you’ve come to the right […]
Are you ready to trade in your textbooks for a trip to the Amazon, a trek through the Andes, and a taste of vibrant cultures, all from the comfort of your homeschool classroom? A journey to South America might be just what your lesson plan needs! This continent is a treasure trove of incredible biodiversity, […]
Ready to shake up your homeschool routine? Sometimes, breaking away from the standard curriculum is the best way to spark curiosity and bring learning to life. If you’re looking for a fresh, engaging, and deeply educational experience for the whole family, we have some fantastic East Asia unit study ideas for you. This theme offers […]
Does the thought of teaching Shakespeare make you break out in a cold sweat? Do you have flashbacks to high school English class, trying to decipher what “wherefore art thou” actually means? You’re not alone. Many homeschooling parents feel intimidated by the Bard. But what if I told you it could be one of the […]
If you’ve been down the homeschooling rabbit hole for a while, you’ve probably heard the phrase unschooling vs radical unschooling tossed around. They sound similar (and they are!), but they aren’t quite the same thing. Both approaches take a relaxed, child-led path to education —ditching textbooks, tests, and rigid schedules—but the philosophy and how far […]
If you’ve ever found yourself daydreaming about tossing out the lesson plans, ditching the rigid schedules, and letting your kids learn freely, you’ve probably stumbled across the concept of radical unschooling. It’s an approach that takes the idea of self-directed education and turns it up a notch—or three. Before we dive deep, let’s talk about […]
