High School – DIY Homeschooler

A School Chemistry {Free eBook}

Through 112 experiments or lessons the author explains chemistry simply and clearly. Free eBook.

10 Steps to Writing a Research Paper

The Research Paper: 10 Steps to Writing One

Here is how to guide your older student through writing a research paper: 10 Steps

God at Work: Your Christian Vocation in All of Life {Review}

It is that time of year when some will graduate — with no clue what they want out of life. Hopefully we have provided our children with a love of learning, given them time to develop their interests, talents, and gifts, and provided them with a path to their future. For those still confused GodContinue reading “God at Work: Your Christian Vocation in All of Life {Review}”

14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Poetry

Some students will find writing poetry easier task than many other forms of writing.

14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Descriptive Narrative

14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Descriptive Narrative. Nonfiction that attempts to entertain, bringing the reader along.

Learn to Code Apps and Websites {Free!}

Codecademy offers an easy way to learn and develop programming skills! The site, which has grown considerably since our first review in 2012, offers an interactive approach to help students learn to code apps and websites — at no cost. At this time, students can choose various avenues to explore including: HTML and CSS PHPContinue reading “Learn to Code Apps and Websites {Free!}”

14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Note-Taking

Develop a note-taking system that you can improve upon as you develop your skills.

What is My Vocation?

Perhaps the answer lies in the way we ask the question. How do we know our vocation? Strictly speaking—and contrary to the way we pressure young people to ‘decide’ what they are going to do when they grow up—a vocation is not something we choose for ourselves. Rather, it is given by God, who ‘calls’Continue reading “What is My Vocation?”

Productive Alternative to a Gap Year: Run a Business!

It has always been true, but perhaps with college having become a default societal setting it is even more obvious now — there are a vast number of students attending college with absolutely no idea why they are there! Unfortunately, many will leave deeply in dept, not terribly more skilled than when they started, andContinue reading “Productive Alternative to a Gap Year: Run a Business!”

45 Life Skills Your Children Need Before They Leave Home

There are many things we do each day — life skills — that we take for granted. We’ve done them so long that we forget that our children might not know how to do them. One easy remedy is to include our children in our daily activities, instructing as we go. Get the children involvedContinue reading “45 Life Skills Your Children Need Before They Leave Home”

Instilling a Proper View of Work

Much like it does of success, our world has an odd view of work. We daily see those who loathe their jobs, who do the minimum amount possible to still receive compensation for their work, and those who feel that they are owed. There are also those who daily complain about doing the work inContinue reading “Instilling a Proper View of Work”

14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Character Sketch

Character development is often one of the hardest tasks facing a writer. Here are ways to tackle the challenge!

14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Limericks

The limerick makes a fun, easy introduction to writing poetry.

College Prep Reading List {Free}

Whether your child ends up needing a college education to pursue his profession or not, you’ll appreciate this free college prep recommended reading list from Dr. James Stobaugh at For Such a Time as This. Like all reading lists, you’ll want to preview and pick, choose, and add those titles that fit your family. NotContinue reading “College Prep Reading List {Free}”

14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Biography

14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Tips on writing a biography.

14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Autobiography

14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Tips for writing an autobiography.

14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: How-To Essay

Easy-to-follow suggestions to prepare a how-to essay.

How to Write Clearly

There seems to be two main concerns among homeschool moms (besides the ever-present “how do I get all of this done”) — math and writing. Perhaps our anxiety in these two areas stems from subtle doubts about our own math and writing abilities. Our fears tend to drive us deep into the curriculum maze —Continue reading “How to Write Clearly”

Activity: Balancing a Checkbook

Some may say it is an old, technologically-outdated activity, but if your child does not understand how checkbook balancing works, he is at the mercy of his bank!

A Review of Algebra {Free eBook}

Whether for college entrance exams, high school review or other study, A Review of Algebra by Romeyn Henry Rivenburg is a valuable resource for honing your algebra skills. In most high schools the course in Elementary Algebra is finished by the end of the second year. By the senior year, most students have forgotten manyContinue reading “A Review of Algebra {Free eBook}”

“How Homeschooling Has Benefited My Life”

“How has homeschooling benefited my life?” I prefer to ask, “How hasn’t homeschooling benefited my life?”

Electoral College Tools {Free}

C-Span is offering educators tools for helping students understand the electoral college process in its The Electoral College and the Constitution lesson plan. All tools are free downloads. 2012 Electoral Map Electoral College History Very nice chart showing modern electoral college results from 1900-2008. These results are also compared to the popular vote. 2012 ElectoralContinue reading “Electoral College Tools {Free}”