Last Saturday morning (day four if you are counting) my son, Duncan, wanted to indulge his burgeoning love of photography, and woke me up at 6AM to go down to the beach to photograph the sunrise! (The things we parents do in the name of education =D) It was a beautiful, calm morning after some [...]
Today (Day 3) we are spending a little time in the beautiful haven of Seabrook Island, SC. These barrier islands have a rich and varied history, and Seabrook is especially well known as a sea turtle sanctuary (more on that in a later post). On our way out here, we saw several island women engaged [...]
June 2011 Inspire! Whether you are taking a break or continuing to homeschool throughout the summer months, the warmer weather and abundance of natural resources make it a great time of year to extend your classroom to the outdoors. From taking casual nature walks to setting up elaborate weather stations, the opportunities for outdoor learning [...]
May 2011 Inspire! This spring is a great time to get the whole family moving by incorporating physical activities into your lifestyle. Read our ideas on how to exercise both body and mind! According to http://kidshealth.org/,10% of 2 to 5 year olds and more than 15% of children between the ages of 6 and 19 [...]
July 2010 Inspire! Summer is the time of year that students’ attention may wander and you may have a more difficult time catching their attention. Here are a few ways to “grab” their attention in each of the educational disciplines! Ideas for younger students: Children in these age groups absorb anything we tell them without [...]
June 2010 Inspire! While it is true that many homeschool families take a break from more structured learning in the summer season, this does not mean that all learning should be put on the shelf. Summer is a time to explore different areas of interest or brush up on some basic skills. Math Math fact [...]
May 2010 Inspire! As the days grow longer and the temperatures increase, it affords us the opportunity to take our homeschool studies outside. Both you and your children often find the “outdoor classroom” a refreshing change. Below you will find suggestions to help you take the learning outside. Create a Garden One outdoor activity that [...]
July 2009 Inspire! Summer is a time to relax, enjoy the beautiful weather, and spend time with your family. Many families, including those that homeschool, take time off from formal schooling during the summer months. Just because you are taking a break from organized lessons doesn’t mean that learning has to come to a halt. [...]
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