In a quest to combine math and art right now, my homeschool is doing a lesson on geometry and quilting. Sewing is optional.
Geometry and Quilting: Art and Science Meet-Up
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Math U See: A Review
I have used several math programs over the years, but the ones I have consistently used the most, has been Math U See.
Preparing Your Autistic Teen For the “Real World”
I recently spoke to someone who hires young people fresh from college about what problem behaviors they have seen in the workplace.
Let them be Little
I feel one of the biggest mistakes our society is making is that we are continuing to raise the expectations of children higher and higher. It isn’t healthy.
Game Schooling: Codenames, A Game for Visual Scanning
Too often when a kid shows signs of a learning disability, we jump into focusing on how to work on that specific skill.
Critical Thinking: Where to Start
One of my goals as a homeschool teacher, has been to make sure my kids were capable of critical thinking. So how do we encourage critical thinking at different ages?
Reading and Brain Development
What is the normal age a child learns to read? How should a homeschooled child approach reading? Let’s talk about what is actually developmentally appropriate, instead of what the schools are doing.
Black History Month: Free Lesson on Dave the Potter
In honor of Black History Month, we are giving away two different lesson plans about David Drake, who was known as Dave the Potter.
The New Food Pyramid: Can You Teach With It?
The FDA just came out with a new food pyramid, except it isn’t really a pyramid anymore. But hey, if it helps us all eat healthier, it is a good thing, right?
Understanding Ultra Processed Foods: For the Home Cook
Recently, a study has come out and said that “ultra processed foods are linked to cancer.” Does this mean you have to cook everything yourself?
Which Kid Got the Best Homeschool Education?
My mother asked me this question last week, and I’ve gotta say, it threw me for a loop. But I really sat down and thought about it and I have an answer.
2025 Year End Review
Taking a look back and setting goals for the coming year.
Celiac Disease + Alpha-gal: What do we eat?
We are balancing a lot of different food allergies and dietery restrictions in my household. So what does that mean we actually get to eat?
Holiday Books: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
I love reading my kids books that go with the seasons. Every year in December we read The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Every year we learn something new.
Holiday Gift Ideas You Didn’t Consider
Would you like to encourage your child's imaginative play, but you are sick of the kid toys they don't play with for more than a few minutes? I have a list of ideas for you! Playing Restaurant If you don't already have a play kitchen and some play food, or even a set...
Why we don’t write essays in elementary school
I am a big believer in working with a child's natural development and not against it. For that reason, I teach writing at a slower pace than the current public schools do it. While it is helpful to go slower with this skill if your child has learning disabilities or...
Homeschool Side Quests
Homeschooling can be a lot more fun if you take some side quests and leave your regular curriculum behind for awhile.
Is Inclusion the Best Educational Option?
There is not conclusive evidence that inclusion leads to the best outcomes for children with learning disabilities. But what is our baseline? Do regular classrooms work for most kids?