Homeschooling-ideas Blog

Mar 7, Langton's Ant

Sun, 07 Mar 2010 11:23:12 GMT

Discover Langton's Ant and what it means - perfect for your homeschool science lesson.

Feb 16, Periodic Table Worksheets

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 15:17:30 GMT

Free printable periodic table worksheets and charts - Free Homeschooling Worksheets

Feb 5, Schools are for social order not Socialization!

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:30:52 GMT

I too have been looking up a few definitions and thought I'd share them with you: School - from the Greek schole originally meaning Leisure and also

Feb 4, Making Flip Books with Children

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 08:07:48 GMT

Flip books can be fun and educational for kids. Here is some help on how to make flip book animations, including printable pdfs and software.

Jan 31, Ten Tips For Homeschooling Burnout

Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:33:52 GMT

Got Homeschooling Burnout? Here are ten top tips for getting back to top form! Get Enough Rest- Most medical experts agree the minimum anyone needs is

Jan 30, Homeschool Kids Blog Carnival #14

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 17:32:03 GMT

Welcome to the 14th edition of the Homeschool Kids Blog Carnival. I am thrilled to again share with you some wonderful blogs written by homeschooled kids.

Jan 27, Chaos Theory Mathematics For Kids

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 19:04:13 GMT

A simple way to explain chaos theory mathematics. What is the butterfly effect? Try this hands-on example.

Jan 25, "Split Second" and "Mad Minute Math" Games

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:38:16 GMT

We play a speed game called Split Second using math flash cards. (Note to reader: We play this game on the weekends or during a time when regular

Jan 25, Take Close-Up Pictures without a Camera?

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 07:50:59 GMT

Yes, you can take pictures without a camera! And you may already have the tools to do it. The flatbed photo scanner you use to scan and save our old photos

Jan 23, Great Ways to Encourage Your Child in Homeschool Writing

Sat, 23 Jan 2010 09:59:12 GMT

We all know that writing is an invaluable skill in the working world. But kids usually dread writing assignments. Have you ever thought about ways to

Jan 18, Homeschool Activities - Ideas for Homeschooling

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 21:46:03 GMT

It is easy to choose homeschool activities that are both educational and fun! Get inspired in your homeschooling.

Jan 12, Family Fun Activities - Fun activities for kids and their parents

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 21:19:13 GMT

100 Family Fun Activities - 100 great things to do with your kids before they grow up.

Jan 8, Cupcake Flags - Printable Toothpick Pennants

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:53:59 GMT

Printable Cupcake Flags for homeschool celebrations. Turn your learning into something special!

Jan 6, Homeschool Socialization Rebel in Michigan

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 08:22:51 GMT

I think the socialization theory is laughable. Why do people think the best way to socialize someone is to put them with 30 other people that are

Jan 5, A question on how to have a great homeschool schedule for 3 kids

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 08:31:54 GMT

Hi, I wrote a couple of months ago on how this site was amazing and I still think it is. However, I am having trouble making a schedule for me and

Jan 2, Homemade Clay

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 08:24:31 GMT

Are you an artist looking for a new outlet? Perhaps youre a kid looking for something fun to do. Or an adult with time on their hands (an interesting

Dec 15, Claydo Recipe - Air Hardening Clay

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 09:20:41 GMT

This is the air hardening clay recipe we use. Pour 2 cups of all purpose flour pour 1 cup of salt pour 1.4 cup of cornstarch pour 1.4 cup of white

Dec 10, Homeschool Writing Project Idea

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 18:40:05 GMT

Hello, We like to allow the kids to choose something they are interested in. Last time, we did music for our daughter, and Army for our son. We

Dec 1, Homeschooled Kids Carnival #13

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 18:55:02 GMT

Read what the kid bloggers have been up to at the Homeschooled Kids Carnival.

Nov 25, Stranger's Act of Kindness

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 07:29:39 GMT

One day several years ago, I received a letter in the mail. When I opened it, I was shocked to find that it contained my credit card and my bill! I

Nov 23, Signs of Dyslexia in Young Children

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:27:39 GMT

You may be concerned that your child is dyslexic. Is your child bright but not taking to the written word as you might have expected? I have put

Nov 21, Dinosaur Activities for Kids

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 21:12:29 GMT

Our Dinosaur Discovery I wanted to share with you my dinosaur activities for kids because weve all got so much from it. We have made a huge

Nov 15, My Schedule with 7 kids under 11.

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 08:14:37 GMT

With seven kids you have two options: stay organized or go with the flow. I am thankfully a very organized mom so I chose to fall under the

Nov 13, How to Make a Timeline - Make your own Timeline for Homeschool

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:42:28 GMT

It is easy to make a timeline with these ideas, templates and resources.

Nov 11, Top Ten Fun Homeschooling Ideas - Put the Fun back Into Your Homeschool

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:49:28 GMT

Fun Homeschooling is easy! Try my 10 creative homeschool ideas for success.

Nov 8, Random Acts of Kindness Tree

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 11:10:49 GMT

I was looking for ideas for a housewarming party activity and couldnt find anything 'warming' enough. I was surfing the net and always LOVE the ROAK

Nov 6, Clothesline Timeline

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:56:07 GMT

We don't homeschool, but as a school project in 1st grade my son had to make a timeline depicting his life so far and what he sees for his future.

Nov 4, Homeschool Timeline - How to create a timeline.

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 20:53:25 GMT

Making a homeschool timeline is easy with these ideas, templates and resources.

Nov 1, Lego Animation

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:31:47 GMT

We love trying out the ideas in your newsletter. This week the HandyAvi time lapse software has given endless hours of fun - thanks so much for the

Oct 30, Homeschooled Kids Blog Carnival #12

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:40:16 GMT

The Homeschooled Kids Blog Carnival is One Year Old. After a year of blogging, what are the kids up to now?

Oct 27, This homeschool schedule is really working for us

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 07:26:43 GMT

I just wanted you to know that my 6-year old son LOVES using the work pockets schedule that I created for him. I personalized his pocket chart with

Oct 26, Homeschooling and Socialization

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:07:04 GMT

The Homeschooling and socialization argument has been thrown at homeschoolers for a long time. It is time to lay it to rest.

Oct 22, Homeschooling Benefits - The surprise advantages of homeschooling.

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 05:31:08 GMT

These homeschooling benefits are the ones that surprise and delight me. Another advantage of homeschooling!

Oct 19, Homeschool Socialization - the biggest homeschooling myth.

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:31:50 GMT

Find out what the research says about homeschool socialization - and find out how to go about socializing your child.

Oct 12, Homeschooling a preschooler

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 14:13:50 GMT

I am considering homeschooling. I have a daughter that is almost 3 and talks up a storm. She is ready to learn. The doctors tell me she is

Oct 10, Children's Halloween Books - Best Halloween Reading for Kids

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 06:47:04 GMT

Recommended halloween books from toddler to teens. Here are the scary and not-too scary stories that we have enjoyed.

Oct 7, October Homeschool Newsletter - Fuel the Fire

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 08:38:03 GMT

The October edition of Fuel the Fire is now ready - but I am having some trouble getting the email out to everyone. If you would like to take a look, then you can find this edition on the Backissues page (you will need your subscriber password). Not a subscriber? Sign up here and get access to this edition!

Oct 5, Time Lapse Photography - How to make a time lapse video.

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 12:35:55 GMT

A beginners guide to time lapse photography with a webcam. Including software recommendations.

Oct 1, Homeschooled Kids Blog Carnival #11

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 09:23:44 GMT

The eleventh Homeschooled Kids Blog Carnival. Find out what the homeschooled kid bloggers have been doing over the summer.

Sep 24, Free Field Trips - Field Trip Ideas for Homeschoolers

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 14:52:58 GMT

There are lots of ways to have free field trips. Follow my tips and ideas to get the most out of your homeschool outing.

Sep 18, Homeschooling Styles - Tailor your homeschool approach to your personal style.

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 06:32:02 GMT

Personal Homeschooling Styles? Sometimes it is hard to maintain the effort of implementing homeschooling on a daily basis. But there is a way to play to your strengths and still be successful.

Sep 14, Homeschooling Moms - Encouragement and Support for Homeschool Moms

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 20:30:11 GMT

Want to meet other homeschooling moms, sort out your homeschool problems and get scheduling ideas? Here's how to get started, get organized and get support.

Sep 8, Educational Homeschool Field Trips

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 15:38:29 GMT

Planning your Homeschool Field Trips? Check out these Top Tips and Free Ideas.

Aug 29, Firing clay at home - how to fire pottery without a kiln

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 10:35:59 GMT

There are three ways of firing clay pots if you don't have your own kiln, each of which would make a great homeschooling project!

Aug 15, Homeschooling was the best thing I did for me and my son

Sat, 15 Aug 2009 06:18:19 GMT

A year ago my husband and I moved our family from the states to Canada. The school year had just begun and without thinking we placed all 4 of our

Aug 11, Free Educational Posters For Kids

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 07:37:47 GMT

Free Educational Posters for your Homeschool Classroom (or fridge!)

Aug 7, New to Homeschooling :-)

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 09:54:46 GMT

Welcome to the wonderful world of homeschooling. I have ten main bits of advice for those new to homeschooling : 1) Meet as many homeschoolers as

Jul 31, Homeschooled Kids Blog Carnival 10

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 17:50:05 GMT

The Homeschooled Kids Blog Carnival 10. Welcome to another round of blogging by homeschooled kids.

Jul 9, How To Make Clay - Homemade Clay Recipes

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 20:20:59 GMT

Want to know how to make clay? Try my 5 best clay and playdough recipes with some easy clay projects for kids.

Jul 7, Geocaching For Kids - One of our favourite geography activities.

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 18:38:02 GMT

Geocaching for kids is a great way of covering homeschool geography. Find out how to get started.