Homeschool Tips & Resources

In this 3-part audio series, Rachael Carman speaks with Yvette Hampton of Schoolhouse Rocked to talk all about parenting “that child.” Rachael has spoken all over the country, with permission from her son to moms, on this very relatable topic. If you have a child in your family that is more challenging for you than...

II Thessalonians 5:18 says, “Pray at all times.” Those of us who have been called to homeschool our children and have faithfully answered that call must be diligent in our prayers. It is important to spend time praying for your homeschool. We must constantly seek God’s will as we educate our children. We must listen...

Family reading and devotions are two of my favorite times of the day. Find out why these are important and how to add them to your homeschool. Author: April Lesh Freedom is one of the biggest blessings of choosing to homeschool your children. You can focus on: “what kind of home environment- what kind of...

Homeschooling alone has its set of challenges. Homeschooling with anxiety or depression can feel near impossible. They can paralyze us with fear and hopelessness. Homeschool moms, especially, carry an incredible amount of responsibility. In turn, we must be equipped and prepared with coping tools. Our own Rachael Carman, the first lady of Apologia, had the...

This short, illustrated book titled “Do You Believe?” is based on the ancient creeds. It’s meant to be a beautiful way for you and your children to remember the basic outline of what many consider the most essential statements of the Christian faith. Note for parents: The first half of this book contains the main...

I have had the privilege of homeschooling my children for the past nineteen years and counting. With eight children ranging in age from twenty-five to four, there are days I feel like I will be homeschooling till I die. There are also days when I feel as inadequate to the task as the first day...

Science fair projects are a wonderful opportunity to go beyond the knowledge you learn in a textbook. Through independent research, a science fair project allows you to explore any scientific or engineering topic that interests you, study a subject in depth and come up with a hands-on experiment that investigates a question you have about...

Are you homeschooling preschoolers? What a fun age! Preschool-age children truly are a wonder. They are full of questions, eager to discover new things, and filled with awe and wonderment. During these introductory preschool years, there lies the perfect opportunity to begin introducing God’s beautiful world of Creation to their open minds and hearts. Train...

Are you considering switching math programs? Here are five reasons to consider switching your homeschool math curriculum to Exploring Creation with Mathematics from Apologia. 1. You Need a Shorter Lesson Length to Keep Your Student Engaged Each activity and problem set is carefully crafted to engage kids and help them master new concepts, but we...

Our homeschool goals need to be realistic, but they should also challenge us. Here are the top five moves that can help you homeschool with focus. A man’s heart plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps. — Proverbs 16:9 (NKJV) It’s a new year, which means you’re probably thinking about setting some goals....