Posts by "Trisha Vuong"

Are homeschooled kids weird? As a homeschooling mom for the past 11 years, it is a fair question. I often encounter moms who are curious about homeschooling, but afraid their kids will somehow turn out weird. Or upon meeting my kids, they expressed their pleasant surprise that they seemed “normal.” In reality, homeschooling provides a...

It’s a question we get often, “How can I keep my child motivated and engaged in homeschooling?” The early stages of homeschooling are mostly exciting. From researching and gathering your books and curriculum to finding fresh supplies for the new year, hitting the ground running can be exhilarating! However, what happens mid-year when the books...

The Importance of Bible Curriculum for Children Before diving into some of the best Bible curriculum options for homeschoolers, let’s talk about our why. Why is studying the Bible important for kids? If you don’t have your why solidified, here are some ideas that may help. Bible Education to Learn Their Faith As parents, our...

As we head into our 11th year of home education, I am in absolute awe of what the Lord has done! I have 3 children going into 10th, 7th, and 4th grade this school year. We have been homeschooling since my oldest daughter started kindergarten. When I first began, I never knew I would collect...

How do you choose the best preschool curriculum for homeschooling? First, preschool-aged children do not necessarily need a curriculum. However, preschool is a wonderful time to explore home education! If you have considered homeschooling but lack the confidence or experience, this season is a great stepping stone into this exciting possibility. The easiest way to...

Math picture books are an easy way to add some life and color to any math lesson. Simply work these into your homeschool schedule by adding them to your morning routine or right before you begin a new lesson. Either way, math picture books can increase interest in a new concept and excite your visual...

Are you preparing for your first year of homeschooling or need some fresh motivation? By popular demand, our team of homeschool mom veterans has compiled our favorite books just for you! For your convenience, these book suggestions are categorized so you can scroll right to the season you’re in. Add these to your home library,...

At Apologia, we are passionate about the principles of education by Charlotte Mason. Markedly, her emphasis on sharing living ideas with children and respecting their personhood as learners has greatly impacted the design and effort of our curriculum. Subsequently, in our Young Explorer’s Science series, each book is thoughtfully written with your children’s appetite in...

We’ve been sharing living book suggestions for different areas of science, and today the earth gets her turn! Earth science covers a large breadth of topics, which makes it fun to investigate. Earth Science and Charlotte Mason The Charlotte Mason philosophies have greatly impacted how we design our curriculum. We aim to engage children in...

Using living books to round out your study of human anatomy and physiology is sure to awaken the senses. This book is all about laying out a feast of living books to accompany a great year of exploring creation of the human body. Spreading a Feast Charlotte Mason refers to providing a generous portion of...