Apr 16, 2012 Posted by sweetie

Chemistry – Christian Kids Explore Science

When I began this homeschool journey, I knew exactly what my weak areas would be in teaching. History? Got it covered. English? No problem. Math? Hmm, this could be tricky. Science? Um, we don’t really need science, right? There was a weak spot. Science. For years I have tossed back and forth on science and how to make it a successful part of our homeschool. Trying to find a system/method/plan that... read more

Dec 6, 2011 Posted by sweetie

Hands on Learning – Pitsco

Making hands on learning a part of your homeschool is a wonderful way to make your studies real and interesting to your children. Pitsco Education has a wonderful selection of products that can provide the hands on learning you might be looking for! We recently had the opportunity to utilize their Siege Machines Kit. The Siege Machine Kit includes:  a Trebuchet Kit, Catapult Kit, Mass Plates and the... read more

Oct 2, 2011 Posted by sweetie

Nature Study 101

My children love the great outdoors. Climbing trees. Digging tunnels in a pile of sand. Swinging. Running. Sliding. Playing Revolutionary War. Exploring unknown lands. Over the past few weeks, anytime there has been a slight break in the heat, the kiddos have been outside. I love to hear their laughter and their play going on outside. But it isn’t always fun and games outside. Sometimes we are... read more

Sep 18, 2011 Posted by sweetie

AIMS – Solve It! ~ TOS Review

AIMS, a non-profit foundation dedicated to helping students, provided the opportunity to review one of their products. After much time wavering between my younger students and my older students,  I went with Solve It! 3rd – Problem Solving Strategies. Solve It 3rd is a hands on activity book that helps promotes problem solving skills that can often be lacking in math programs. Designed for third... read more

May 25, 2011 Posted by sweetie

Considering God’s Creation – Science

Eagle’s Wings Educational Materials is a company that was founded in 1987 by two homeschooling families. Their desire is to provide educational materials that help you stimulate your child’s thinking, learning and creativity. They have a variety of products to offer but we were able recently to use Considering God’s Creation – Science. Considering God’s Creation is a thorough... read more