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How to Teach Science at Home

If you have suddenly become a homeschool parent due to recent school closures, you may be wondering how to teach science at home. Believe it or not, science is one of the easiest subjects to teach from home because there are so many science experiments and challenges you can complete with the materials around your house. Are you ready to explore the endless possibilities for teaching science from ... Read More about How to Teach Science at Home

5 Things Kids Need for Learning at Home

Did you know more than two million U.S. children* are homeschooled? With the increase in online learning services available, that number is continuing to grow. Whether you’ve been homeschooling for years, you’re making the leap to homeschool for the first time, or you’re being forced to homeschool due to social distancing, there are a few things to keep in mind when learning at home. Following ... Read More about 5 Things Kids Need for Learning at Home

Language Arts Activities for At-Home Learning

Over the past few weeks, I have received so many messages from teachers asking for help with online learning and parents asking for help homeschooling their kids. I’ve started a series all about online learning to help BOTH teachers and parents who are feeling overwhelmed. In this post, we’re going to explore fun and engaging language arts activities for at-home learning. Whether you are taking on ... Read More about Language Arts Activities for At-Home Learning

At Home Math Activities

This is an unprecedented time. Never before have schools unexpectedly closed for weeks or months, forcing classroom teachers to become virtual teachers and parents to become homeschool teachers. Lately, I have received so many messages from teachers and parents asking for at home learning activities. So, I am starting a series where I will share LOTS of educational games and activities that kids ... Read More about At Home Math Activities