Homeschool field trips are a great way to make learning fun. They are also my secret weapon for shaking things up when our homeschool is feeling a bit boring. Every week this year, I am sharing our weekly lesson plans, as well as a recap of our prior week. This is Week 14 and we…
When I was in second grade, my teacher had a behavior chart wall to help with classroom management. We all had index cards with our names on them and the wall was divided into three sections – one green, one yellow, one red. Our cards started each day pinned to the green area. As you…
These 5th grade trivia questions and game ideas are perfect for learning and having fun. They also can help you prove that you are indeed smarter than a 5th grader! Trivia Game Questions For 5th Grade The following trivia questions make for a perfect afternoon with your 5th grader! Grade level appropriate, they serve as…
A behind the scenes look at what it’s like, from start to finish, to go through the process of getting a service dog for your child. I include all the pros and cons of getting a service dog for my child with anxiety. My son was hospitalized at age 11 for more than a week….
This first grade spelling list includes not only the standard words for first grade spelling tests, but also many first grade level sight words necessary for reading practice and comprehension. Also included are fun and engaging activities to help your learner practice these words without resistance. First Grade Spelling List: 100 Top Words For First…
She came up to me, our first Sunday there, and said, “If your son needs to be in a more quiet place, he is welcome to hang out with me in the lobby. I have the church’s WiFi pass code and he can use it if he has a device. I know it must be…
It is no secret that technology plays a significant role in our world (and getting more significant everyday). Adding technology education to our homeschool seems obvious and yet most of us have no idea where to start. The Role Of Technology Education In Our Homeschool My oldest is naturally tech savvy. He taught himself the…
Online music classes with Great Bend Center For Music are a wonderful way to add music education to your homeschool. They even offer classes in songwriting and digital music production! Best of all, their programs are appropriate for children with learning differences. My son has been musically inclined since he was a young child. Over…
This checklist lists the various differences in function often associated with high functioning autism. That said, the term “high functioning” is one that now considered problematic for a variety of reasons. This is what you need to know to get started. Is The Term High Functioning Autism Offensive? When my son was first diagnosed as…
This is Week Eleven in a year long series, all about lesson planning in an interest-led homeschool. Each week, I share a recap of last week’s plan vs. reality and then our new easy homeschool lesson plans for the upcoming week. This week is all about embracing what works and getting rid of the guilt…
After crowdsourcing from homeschooling parents all around the world, we’ve created an ultimate guide to homeschooling with YouTube. This includes a master list of 72 YouTube channels perfect for homeschooling all ages. Why YouTube Is An Exceptional Resource For Learning YouTube has become an essential resource in our homeschool. Not only is it a free…
Q-Tip Painting is an excellent way to practice fine motor skills and develop sensory function. It helps a dysregulated child feel calm, and it’s fun! My youngest son tried to go back to occupational therapy. After one session, I was 100% sure we would not be going back. It’s a long story and one that…
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