The Benefits of Integrating Science and Art in Your Child’s Education
Although it might not seem obvious at first (art is an emotional concept, while science is logic-based), science and art can and should go hand in hand! However, there are countless ways to encourage engaged learning through visual and art-based science activities....
Preparing Homeschooled Students for College-Level Science Courses
I distinctly remember my first college-level chemistry course as a newly graduated homeschool student. It was fast-paced, complicated, and required a lot more math than I realized! Many of the concepts were familiar to me, but memorizing the various charts, formulas,...
Choosing the Right Homeschool Science Curriculum: A Comprehensive Guide
Do a quick Google search for “homeschool science curriculum,” and you’ll find countless pages of options. At first glance, this can be overwhelming! What is the mission and theology behind each curriculum? Will it teach your student exactly what they need to know to...
Extracurricular STEM Activities for Homeschooled Students: Clubs, Competitions, and More
As we all know, the foundation of homeschooling sits in the name itself: home school. Before homeschooling became as popular as it is now, most homeschooled students did the majority of their learning at home. This included the basic subjects, life skills, recess,...
How to Foster a Love for Science in Your Homeschooled Child
Believe it or not, not everyone loves science! Gasp. Did we just say that? It’s true! Perhaps you’ve already experienced this with one of your homeschooled kids. So how can you foster a love for science in your homeschooled child who wants nothing to do with it? We...
Turning Science Frustration Into Science Success
No scientist has achieved their goals or made new findings without plenty of science frustration along the way. With the world of science always changing and growing, there’s so much to learn in so little time! As a homeschool parent or teacher, you may feel this...
Polaris: The Star that Does Not Move
There once was a mountain goat who loved to climb. All day he would search for the steepest and rockiest peaks and scale them. His name was Nah-gah. Nah-gah was the son of Shinob, the Great Spirit, ruler and creator of the world. One day Nah-gah came upon the tallest...
Thor and the Toe of Aurvandil: The Story of Sirius
The story of the god Thor and his friend Aurvandil was for centuries told around the Norse fireplace. The people gathered around; the older children stood stoically with the men and the young would cling to their mothers. An elder would be seated, and the storytelling...
High School Science Projects That Combine Art and Science: Engaging Artsy Kids
Ah, high school. It’s a time of growth, independence, and a LOT of learning! When it comes to high school science, we often think of heavy textbook reading and intricate labs. While these can often lead to excellent learning opportunities, it can also cause...
State-by-State Requirements for Homeschooling: A Comprehensive Guide
So, you’ve decided to homeschool (woohoo!), but you’re trying to figure out how to do so in the state where you live. You probably have a few questions about state requirements, such as: Is homeschooling legal in my state? What is legally required of me as a teacher?...
How to Prepare Your Homeschooled High Schooler for College and Beyond
Homeschooling in high school gives you as the teacher an extraordinary opportunity to give your teen the tools they will need to succeed in a college education environment. My own mom did an incredible job in preparing me for a college education. I excelled in my...
4 Tips to Ensure Your Homeschooler Meets Science Graduation Requirements
So you’ve chosen to homeschool your high schooler (or maybe they’ve been homeschooled since day one), but what do you need to do to ensure they meet homeschool science graduation requirements? Are there specific requirements for science when you're homeschooling?...
