Math can sometimes feel like a tough subject to crack, especially when it comes to topics like division. I get it—my youngest wasn’t too thrilled about division either. But the thing is, math doesn’t have to be dry and boring, especially when you bring in a bit
Creating a homeschool mission statement is one of the most important steps you can take to guide your homeschooling journey. Why Your Mission Statement Matters Your mission statement acts as the compass for your homeschooling journey. It helps you stay on track when making key decisions like choosing a curriculum,
When it comes to making learning fun, engaging, and personalized for your child, Guided Story Starters are a creative way to combine interest-based learning with the structure that helps children grow their writing skills. If you’ve been looking for a creative way to encourage your homeschoolers to write, this
Switching to homeschooling offers an exciting opportunity to personalize your children's education. Instead of following a rigid curriculum, you can tailor lessons to your children's interests, making learning fun and engaging. This approach, known as interest-based learning, can transform your homeschool from a battle of wills
One of the most effective ways we’ve found to teach our kids critical life skills is by involving them in our day-to-day adult lives. By giving them a “seat at the table,” we can show them how decisions are made, allow them to ask questions, and build their confidence.
Field Trips: A Powerful Learning Tool One of the best parts about homeschooling is the freedom to explore learning beyond the classroom. Field trips can be a great way to give your kids real-world experiences that enrich their education—and they don’t have to cost a fortune. Here’s
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As a passionate advocate for homeschooling and a technologist at heart, I've always looking for ways to make learning more engaging and personalized for my kiddos. I created "Guided Writing Exercises w/PDF" – a GPT tool that I believe will be a valuable resource for homeschooling
Watch a tech dive into creating a unique GPT-based chatbot designed to enhance vocabulary for SAT, ACT, and other tests. We'll navigate using the new OpenAI GPT. Test how effective using natural language to create the bot and test how well it follows instructions.
Unschooling involves tapping into a child’s interests and blending them with subjects to make learning immersive and engaging. It transforms education into a seamless experience, barely distinguishable from fun. Here’s a glimpse of how this unfolded one afternoon with my 10-year-old daughter. A Culinary Adventure Begins It was
The pandemic kicked off a dramatic rise in homeschooling. And who had the largest increase? Black families. CNN's Audie Cornish talks with two parents who chose to homeschool their children, Carlos Birdsong and Sherri Mehta. They talk about what it’s like to be a part of the
Creating engaging Homeschooling activities can be fun with the help of technology. I’ll show you how to use ChatGPT to do so. You'll learn to: * Generate educational activities. * Create step-by-step guides for the activities. * Blend learning with your children’s interests. * Inspire your child's love