It's too hot. The kids are cranky and we need to chill out. But I can't help myself--no matter what we're doing I see what we're "learning". If you're anything like me it's thrilling to participate in everyday, organic learning. Watching my kids grow and learn inspires me. But the hottest of …
Archives for July 2011
4 Simple Methods for Teaching Elementary Science
Written by contributor Renee Tougas of FIMBY. This past spring all of us here at Simple Homeschool shared our curriculum choices. In my contribution to that series I talked about the curriculum we’ve used so far for elementary reading, writing, and math. But of course there is a lot more to …
Opposition in the Homeschool: Dealing with the Grumbles
Written by Jamie Martin, editor of Simple Homeschool and founder of Steady Mom I had an incredible summer blogging sabbatical, and totally enjoyed the guest posters and contributors who shared in this space while I was away. I know you did, too! It's nice to "see" you again here, and I have a …
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5 Tips for Nature Study
Written by contributor Kris of Weird, Unsocialized Homeschoolers Though we're not always consistent with including it, nature study is one of our favorite ways to spend some of our homeschool day. It's fun, relaxing, interest-led learning in a real-world, hands-on environment. Following are …
Moms Just Wanna Have Fun
Written by contributor Amida of Journey into Unschooling. I’m going to let you in on a little secret. Some days, we don’t do any school-related work at all. These aren’t planned in advanced and they aren’t penciled in on the calendar. These days are brought on by my own inspirations and …