John Philip Sousa (1854-1932) was one of 10 children going to a family of Portuguese and German immigrants in Washington …
James Whitcomb Riley
James Whitcomb Riley (1849-1916) was a poet who was born in Indiana countryside in the mid-nineteenth century. He wasn’t a …
James Abbott McNeil Whistler
James Abbott McNeil Whistler (1834-1903) was an American artist who first developed an interest in art as a child living …
Nature Study: Squirrels
Just a tawny glimmer, a dash of red and gray,Was it a flitting shadow, or a sunbeam gone astray!It glances …
Homeschool Day at The Cowboy
The National Cowboy Museum in Oklahoma City has planned an exciting day of learning and exploring in the new outdoor …
Simple Beauty for September
Here are the links to our suggestions for beautiful things for September, with a focus on beautiful words, sounds, and …
Phillis Wheatley
Phillis Wheatley (1753-1784) was born in West Africa and came to the New World on a slave ship. She was …
Justin Morgan and Isaac Watts
During the colonial period, there was a lot of work to do everywhere, and people worked very long hours every …
Help for Planning High School
Would you like help planning for high school years? Pour a cup of coffee or tea, grab some chocolate, and …
Organize Your Homeschool Using Habits
What is a habit? A “habit is a routine or behavior that is performed regularly—and, in many cases, automatically” (Clear …