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[…] that you both know the goals you wish to obtain and your student can be in control of their coursework. Independent learners work well with a student notebook. Many curricula offer ones that are customized to the course topic, but if you love a curriculum that doesn’t have a notebook option, help your student […]
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…
God’s ability to blend creativity and order together is so clearly seen in the study of botany. This post contains 12 suggested living books to pair with your year in Exploring Creation with Botany, 2nd Edition. Living Books are Narrative in Style Living books are distinguished by their ability to captivate through narrative, and it’s…
[…] keep you on track along the way. It will be a tremendous help as you plan your homeschool year. Some place to record your thoughts. Grab a notebook and pen or open up your laptop and take notes. You will want to refer to these as you move into more active planning in the […]
[…] director for Encore! Home School Productions. Vicki and her husband, Jerry, live in Camp Hill, PA. Vicki is the author of Exploring Creation with Physical Science Student Notebook, Exploring Creation with General Science Student Notebook, Exploring Creation with Biology Student Notebook, and Exploring Creation with Advanced Biology: The Human Body. Vicki Dincher, Author, Apologia […]
[…] years of homeschooling. As early learners, my children drew pictures and collected postcards and mementos of the things they learned and experienced, keeping them all in a notebook designated for this purpose. Years later, as my children head off to the wild blue yonder called college, there is little that we’ve kept from those […]
You’ve heard the stories about the homeschooled kids who live somewhere on your block. Maybe you’ve heard that they “run wild” or that they’re brainiacs attending college at the age of 12, but can’t interact with other kids their age. The rumor train is a wild ride. In truth, many homeschoolers spend a lot of…
[…] the beloved and beautifully inked plan, you will face the roller coaster of constant despair. Get Your Children Independent ASAPWrite your children’s daily homeschool plan in a notebook that they can check off. I give them planners around age nine, make it a requirement to keep up with theirs, and bring it back at […]
[…] kids could study together. Do you need a designated Bible curriculum to study the Bible with your child? No. All you need is a Bible and a notebook. But there are some great reasons to consider a Bible curriculum. Let’s take a look. Why Choose a Homeschool Bible Curriculum? “Of the three sorts of […]
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,…
Welcome to Apologia’s award-winning middle school science curriculum, tailored to provide a faith-based educational journey for your middle schooler. Our middle school science curriculum combines engaging middle school science textbooks, interactive student notebooks, video lessons, audiobooks, and more to nurture a strong foundation in science while fostering Christian values. Designed with the homeschooling family in…
[…] God with passion, purpose, and big-picture understanding and to tell the grand story of God’s love for His people. These vibrantly illustrated Bible courses include a textbook, student notebook, and streaming video lessons featuring author Rachael Carman. Auditory learners can also enjoy the audiobook version of the course so they can listen while they learn.
This post rounds out 14 living books about land animals to pair with Exploring Creation with Zoology 3: Land Animals. Charlotte Mason’s ideas are a pretty big deal around here. Her view of educating the whole child was a testament to her respect for their personhood. At Apologia, we aim to incorporate her principles in…
The homeschooling movement continues to gain traction, attracting families who appreciate the flexibility and personalized learning environment it offers. In 2023, the U.S. Census Bureau’s Household Pulse Survey concluded that close to 4 million families were opting for homeschooling in the U.S. alone. Homeschooling allows parents to tailor their child’s education to fit their family’s…
[…] weather, including weather forecasting. You can find instructions for a month-long weather observation and prediction experiment and a log to record students’ findings in the accompanying student notebook. Here are a few more great weather websites to visit: Weather Wiz Kids Exploring Weather JetStream Brain POP Science Kids UCAR Center for Science Education National […]
Help Your Child Thrive with Homeschool Resources to Support Your Child’s Unique Learning Style We all know that each child is incredibly unique. From one child or sibling to the next, the differences are vast. As a homeschool parent, you become aware of each child’s distinct facial characteristics, mannerisms, interests, preferences, motivators, and learning styles….
[…] it intentionally guides children with ample instruction and an easy-to-understand layout towards independent learning. My two older kids used Exploring Creation with General Science, and the student notebook was excellent for walking them through how to take notes (a pertinent skill for high school and college), how to study for an exam, and how […]
At a recent high school science Olympiad in Colorado, the winning team consisted of a group of homeschooled students. Read Article Homeschool Competition Winners For decades, homeschool students have dominated the headlines by winning National Spelling Bees, Speech and Debate tournaments, Robotics competitions, and more. I’ll even make a homeschool-parent-humble-brag by noting that our own…
[…] class environment. Students participate in scheduled live sessions via a virtual classroom platform, engaging in real-time with peers and an experienced instructor. Recorded sessions allow students to review material as needed or catch up on any class they missed live. Register Forensics Student Notebook YouTube player finger print Exploring Creation with Forensics YouTube player
Jeannie Fulbright faced the same hurdles many new homeschoolers do. Her homeschooling journey began when she decided to educate her daughter at home, and initially, she faced the challenge of dividing her time between homeschooling her daughter and caring for her younger children. This balancing act was tough, but Jeannie soon realized that choosing materials…
