By Trisha VuongThe 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...Read More
7th Grade Curriculum Bundle
By Alyssa EspositoSo your homeschooled student has reached middle school—congratulations! Continuing your child’s home education beyond elementary school is a wonderful thing and a huge accomplishment for a homeschooling parent. Our hope is that Apologia continues to partner with you in your student’s educational journey. For 7th grade, Apologia’s suggested curriculum path includes your choice of Exploring...Read More
Best College Degrees for Homeschoolers
By Misty BaileyAs the parent of a homeschooled senior and a homeschooled graduate, I know that guiding our high schoolers on the path of college vs. workforce and helping them choose the right major can be a challenge. There are so many factors to consider. We may ask ourselves if our kids are ready for college. They may...Read More
Top Tips for Teaching Preschool at Home: Creating a Christian Preschool Learning Environment at Home
By Rachael YunisDid you know that a baby giraffe stands minutes after being born? Within an hour, it can run. But God didn’t create humankind to live like the animal kingdom, and I’m grateful we don’t need to be born ready to run from predators. Likewise, as a homeschooling parent, you don’t need to rush to establish...Read More
Where Does a Homeschool Mom Go to Cry?
By Rachael CarmanIt had been the most difficult of my life. There were so many losses, hurts, broken promises, and interrupted dreams. 2007 brought frequent bouts of emotion that overcame me – which is not characteristic of me. Waves of grief assaulted me as I tried to stand strong in the storm around me. There were blessings...Read More
One of My Daughters Just Got Married
By Davis CarmanI have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth. — 3 John 1:4 One of my three daughters got married last month. In the days leading up to the wedding, our family worked in the kitchen like a well-oiled machine, making table decorations, place cards, bouquets, and meals...Read More
50 Reasons Homeschooled Kids Love Homeschooling
By Davis CarmanHomeschooling offers many advantages, many of which are deeply cherished by the children themselves. We’ve written lists of reasons we love homeschooling, but the reasons why kids love homeschooling are numerous and varied, from the freedom to learn at their own pace to the opportunity to incorporate pets into their “classroom.”This post highlights the top...Read More
How Many Times Do I Have to Tell You: Now Is Not the Time
By Davis CarmanYou can listen to this Let’s Talk Homeschool podcast episode or watch it on YouTube. Introduction Have you ever told your kids, “Now is not the time”? As parents, we often find ourselves in situations where we must explain the importance of timing to our children. Whether it’s a kid wanting a cupcake for breakfast...Read More
Tips for Creating a Homeschool Daily Schedule from a Mom of 9
By April LeshFor all of you Type A homeschoolers out there, the words “structure” and “routine” translate to blissful harmony in the soul. Scheduling your school day is a no-brainer and is achieved oh-so-effortlessly. For the Type B’s (like me), those words are akin to a foreign language. It’s a language we want to know, but it’s...Read More
Why Choose a Homeschool Bible Curriculum?
By Misty BaileyMany parents create a mission statement when they begin homeschooling. It is a way for them to state their homeschooling goal and what kind of education they will provide for their students. For our family, our mission statement or goal for homeschooling was to teach our kids to love God, love others, and do ALL...Read More