Strites Orchard Field Trip Our homeschool co-op recently went on a field trip to a local orchard, Strites Orchard, to find out some of what goes into maintaining the apple orchard, as well as, how the apple cider is made and how the orchard market stores the apples to sell all year long. Homeschool field trips really don't have to be fancy or expensive. They just have … [Read more...] about Strites Orchard – Field Trip
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Tips for Homeschooling on the Road
Tips for Homeschooling on the Road One of the perks of homeschooling is being able to go wherever you want, whenever you want because you’re not tied down by a traditional schedule. If you plan on heading on a trip soon, keep these tips for homeschooling on the road in mind. Summer travel season is here now. Make your summer travel count toward your next … [Read more...] about Tips for Homeschooling on the Road
Homeschool Writing for Homeschool Students
'Tis the season for homeschool conventions. Our local convention is coming up very soon! I've been searching to see if I need to make any changes to curriculum for next year, but I do know one thing. We will be sticking with our current homeschool writing for high school students. This past year is the first year that Songbird tried So Verbose for … [Read more...] about Homeschool Writing for Homeschool Students
Hands-On Science Fun with Q-Ba-Maze 2.0 Stunts
Hands-On Science Fun with Q-Ba-Maze 2.0 Stunts My son LOVES to build things! It seems like there is always building blocks of all sorts out in our living room. I know some moms might cringe at that, but we embrace it and move on. It helps Marvel Boy use his imagination and keep busy. A while back, we received the Q-Ba-Maze 2.0 Stunts set. Both … [Read more...] about Hands-On Science Fun with Q-Ba-Maze 2.0 Stunts
Homeschool Writing with So Verbose
High School Writing with So Verbose As we entered Songbird's Junior year, I struggled to find a good writing program for my homeschooled high schooler. For her Freshman and Sophomore years, we went with a full English package from a homeschool vendor that was supposed to hit everything that she would need to succeed in college; however, I felt they fell short of what … [Read more...] about Homeschool Writing with So Verbose