Written by Jamie Martin, editor of Simple Homeschool and founder of Steady Mom I vividly remember the moment I walked into my first curriculum fair at a homeschooling conference. 250 exhibitors had tables lined up side by side, there to show off their stuff (and convince me to buy it.) In a …
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Changing Curriculum Mid-Year: Knowing When It’s Time
Written by contributor Heather Bruggeman of Beauty That Moves Of the many gifts that come with homeschooling, the one I am truly loving right now is the freedom to make changes as needed. Doesn't it seem rather impossible to sit down over the summer and plan an entire school year, sight unseen, …
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Weather Activities for Kids: Rain or Shine
Written by Simple Kids editor Kara Fleck At this time of year, the weather seems to change almost daily. This fluctuation makes weather watching especially fun. Every day there is something new to discover! Observing the Weather As long as the conditions are safe to be outside, the kids and I …
Learning Math Through Play
Written by Jamie Martin, editor of Simple Homeschool and founder of Steady Mom So-called "educational" toys line the shelves of every toy store. Each gadget promises to stimulate some important quality in your child--and often includes a bunch of bells, whistles, and batteries to go along with …
Mozart for Kids: Introducing Classical Music to Young Children
Written by Jamie Martin, editor of Simple Homeschool and founder of Steady Mom Many educational philosophies, including the Charlotte Mason method, place a high priority on music and art study as a way to inspire children and surround them with greatness. The idea has always intrigued me, …
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