Homeschool Tips & Resources

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....

His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence. — 2 Peter 1:3 When you made the big life decision to homeschool your children, you took on the monumental responsibility to train, disciple, and educate...

Some days, you can feel it; school is just not going to happen like usual. Maybe the siblings are arguing, a kitchen appliance broke, and breakfast is chaos, or the weather is too nice not to enjoy it. Whatever the situation, one of the great things about homeschooling is that your days can be flexible,...

When it comes to academics, what is the secret to success? Let’s take a look at some interesting studies, and see if we can find the secret ingredient! Why do some people succeed when others don’t?  Why do some people simply rise to the top? Is it ability, practice, or luck? Is there a secret...

Fathers…Take them [your children] by the hand and lead them in the way of the Master. — Ephesians 6:4 (MSG) Even if the name of Ivan Pavlov, the Russian Nobel Prize laureate, doesn’t “ring a bell,” you’ve probably heard of his dogs. Pavlov performed neurological experiments with dogs in an attempt to understand reflexes. He...