Homeschool Lessons from PISA Test Scores
Based on the most recent data from the Program for International Student Assessment (PISA), among English-speaking countries, the United States has the lowest average scores in mathematics and science. PISA 2022 Results: Mathematics: The United States scored 481, below the OECD average of 494. Science: The United States scored 497,…
Do your kids complain about homeschooling?
Do you skip SCIENCE in your homescool? Here’s Why It Matters and How to Fix It Many homeschool parents admit they often skip or cut back on subjects like science, especially when their kids, both young and teenaged, beg for a day off to “do their own thing.” It’s understandable—keeping…
Choosing Your Homeschool Curriculum to Fit Your Child's Preferred Learning Style
The Four Different Learning Styles great teachers know how to use effectively A Practical Guide for Homeschool Moms Every child learns differently, and the beauty of homeschooling is the ability to adapt your homeschool curriculum to your child’s unique learning style. The four primary learning styles—visual, auditory, kinesthetic, and digital…
The most important things you need to teach before they leave home
What Should You Teach in Your Homeschool? A Practical Guide for Homeschool Moms As a homeschool mom, I’ve often marveled at how many essential life skills are overlooked in traditional schools. It made me wonder: If I could design a homeschool curriculum for myself back then, what would I include?…
Steps To Doing Successful Homeschool Science Lessons
Steps for Successful Homeschool Science Lessons with your student Homeschool science can be a rewarding and exciting journey for both you and your children. By following these five essential steps, you can create engaging and effective science lessons that spark curiosity and build a strong foundation for learning. Step 1:…
Do your kids have an ENGINEERING MIND?
Do Your Kids Have an Engineering Mind? How Homeschool Science Can Help Develop It Engineering is one of the most sought-after career paths, offering some of the top-paying college degrees. With over 25 types of engineering majors, it’s no surprise that many students aspire to study engineering as they prepare…
How to be a Successful Scientist and Engineer
How to Be a Successful Scientist and Engineer Homeschool Science Tips If you have a child who’s passionate about science, it’s never too early to start thinking about how to guide them toward a fulfilling career in engineering or science. Homeschool science offers the perfect opportunity to nurture their curiosity,…
Easy Ways To Teach Your Homeschooler About Life Through Science
Step 1: MODEL SUCCESSS When it comes to homeschooling, your children learn as much from observing your actions as they do from the lessons you teach. Modeling success in your homeschool means demonstrating the positive values and problem-solving skills you want them to adopt. For example, if an experiment in…
How to Create a Homeschool Lesson Plan
Having a Lesson Plan helps the homeschool teacher save time and run the class smoothly. It may be a good idea to organize all thoughts and plan out your actions for each lesson when you start out with homeschooling so that you can cover the most ground with ease. Standards…
Single Parents and Homeschooling
Being a single parent is enough of a challenge to handle, but if you are looking at homeschooling as well, you should consider the following tips. Connect with other single parents on the path While it is a tough journey, it is by no means impossible. Others have done is…
Tips for Encouraging Homeschool Students to Read Books
In the digital age we live in, everyone is online. Be it communicating with others, learning about something new, or finding out the latest news, just about everything is done via the internet. The use of books is restricted to textbooks, and develops a negative connotation. Yet, the ability to…
Starting a Homeschool Activity Club
Academics aside, your homeschool students need a lot of other activities to keep them gainfully occupied. Extra curriculur activities can include anything from playing a musical instrument, to being part of a sports team. Creating a well rounded personality requires children to be exposed to different learning activities, socialisation opportunities,…