I’ve been homeschooling for quite a while. I started in 2006 with a four-year-old and a newborn. We didn’t do much, but we had time set aside every day to read some stories, play with playdough or paint or something similar, and do hands-on activities to master basic preschool skills. We had some serious fun … Continue reading The Key to Home Education
Is Grading Necessary? The state of Oklahoma does not require homeschoolers to keep grades. However, see below for our recommendation. Assessment is Useful In the elementary and middle school years, formal grades are unnecessary, although you may want some form of assessment to track learning progress, such as narration. Check out our series on narration … Continue reading Grading
Start Small As we learned in Part 1 of this series, narration is a SKILL that takes time to develop, sometimes years. No matter the age of the student, if you are just beginning narration, you must start small. Fun activities are a great way to develop their attention skills. Here are a few suggestions. … Continue reading Narration: Pt 2 How to Begin
The Super Skill of Narration What is Narration? Narration is the telling back of information given, in one’s own words. This art form may come easy to some. To others, it takes time to develop. To both, it is a skill that should be honed and crafted. As we will see through this series, narration … Continue reading Narration: Pt 1 What is it?
Starting off the school year at full speed seems natural since there is so much to learn, and we want to get our routines in place as soon as possible. But if you’ve taken a significant break, coming in like a wrecking-ball can cause trouble within just a few days’ time. This suggested method is … Continue reading Lite School: Ease into Your Year
Kendra Adachi hosts the enjoyable The Lazy Genius Podcast. On the show, she applies principles from her book, The Lazy Genius Way, to various decisions, scenarios, and topics. You can learn more at her website: https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/. Although she was homeschooled as a kid, she isn’t homeschooling her children right now, so she rarely applies these … Continue reading Homeschool like a Lazy Genius
In the journey of homeschooling, there are moments when uncertainty creeps in, casting shadows of doubt over the educational choices we make for our children. One of the most challenging aspects is navigating the sea of curriculum options and educational approaches, often leaving us feeling overwhelmed and unsure. Yet, as believers, we find solace in … Continue reading Finding Clarity in Uncertainty: A Biblical Perspective on Homeschooling Choices
The National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City has planned an exciting day of learning and exploring for homeschooling families across the state! Join us! When? Tuesday, April 2, 2024, from 10 am – 5 pm. What Can You Do? Enjoy an exciting day of learning and exploring! See galleries filled with Western … Continue reading Homeschool Day at The Cowboy
A Home School Bird-Watching Adventure Backyard bird watching can be an engaging and educational activity for home school students of all ages. All you need is a pair of binoculars, a bird identification guide, and a comfortable spot to sit and observe. By providing food and water for your feathered friends, you can attract a … Continue reading Backyard Bird Count
