7 Reasons Video Homeschool Curriculum Is Great for Parents & Students
Homeschooling our children comes with plenty of challenges. But getting to teach our children and help guide them through their formative years is, beyond a doubt, worth the sacrifices and struggles we encounter along the way. Maybe you’re struggling to find enough...
5 Independent Homeschool Activities for Elementary Kids
Flexibility is one of the major reasons lots of families choose to homeschool their kids. As homeschooling families, we have the flexibility in the way we structure our school days and years. We’re also able to accommodate the way our kids learn best. But any parent...
6 Tips To Make Homeschool Science Fun (Without Needing To Learn It All Yourself)
Lots of homeschooling parents eagerly begin teaching their young children at home, confident in their ability to pass along their knowledge of reading, writing, and ‘rithmetic. And while you may know the elementary science basics, some of it has changed since we were...
Backyard Bug Challenge Finalists 2021
Congratulations to our 2021 Backyard Bugs winners! There were many super cute kids that put an amazing amunt of work into their entries. It was a difficult choice, but below are the winners. Winner! Ages 14+ Atlas Moth Elisabeth, age 13, Harrison, AR Winner! Ages...
Zoo Photo Scavenger Hunt — for the whole family!
You've carefully planned a nice family trip to the zoo. You've got the sunscreen, the picnic lunches, bottled water. You're all ready for an awesome day outside learning about God's creation. Until... The whining ensues. The tweens want to know how much longer —...
Chiron’s Chivalry: The Legend of Sagittarius
The chase was on! The deer's white tail flashed as it sprang through the woods from its pursuers. Chiron, Earl of Pelion, ran stealthily through the dense forest. His partners behind, in close pursuit. Finally, the deer slowed, giving Chiron an opportunity to land his...
A Friend’s Great Sacrifice: The Ancient Myth of Cygnus
I knelt near the water's edge, filled with horror as I gazed into the dark depths. Grief flooded me like a waterfall as I recalled everything I had abruptly lost. Then, before making a fateful decision, I cast one last glance into that dreadful lake to gaze into the...
Theseus and the Minotaur: The Story of Corona Borealis
When the queen of Crete gave birth to a horrible bull-headed monster, nobody was allowed to see the baby. But soon the baby grew into a huge flesh-eating beast that became impossible to contain. Quickly, King Minos had an enormous labyrinth designed. The elaborate...
How to Find the Best Microscope for Homeschool Science
One of the best homeschooling tools you can get for studying science is a good microscope. Looking through a microscope can give your kids a whole new perspective and understanding of biology. It can also help your kids learn correct scientific techniques that can...
5 Best FREE Websites and Apps for Stargazing
We've rounded up 5 of our favorite FREE apps for stargazing and finding constellations and planets in the night sky. Thanks to technology, it's never been easier! There are many stargazing apps and websites available to help you find stars, constellations, and planets...
Backyard Bug Challenge Finalists 2020
The summer of 2020 was our very first Backyard Bug Challenge, and we were blown away by the submissions! Below you'll find the runners-up and winners for the different age groups: 6-9 years old, 10-13 years old, and 14+ years old. Runners-Up! Ages 6-9 Audrey, age 9,...
Fleeing from the Monster: The Story of Pisces
A long time ago, when gods and monsters roamed the earth, there was a particular monster named Typhon. He was the father of all monsters. Even the strongest gods cowered before him. He was so tall his head could touch the stars, instead of legs he had a coil of...
