Home Education Blog - page 18
How I use the Chalotte Mason Method
Posted in Charlotte Mason on August 1, 2017
A few years ago, my eyes were completely opened to what homeschool could really look like when I discovered the Charlotte Mason Method of Education. Charlotte Mason was a homeschool pioneer. She lived in the late 1800’s and revolutionized the way we look at education. Charlotte spent her days observing children. She began to understand Read More »
My Favorite Minecraft Toys for Kids
Posted in Reviews on August 1, 2017
Sometimes, the kids even let me play with them. At least when they are in a good mood. :o) Minecraft may have taken the world by storm, but it became a necessity for children who have autism. The low-resolution graphics and the dull colors help provide children who are overstimulated with a world that does Read More »
Iowa Pushes for More Government Oversight of Homeschooled Students
Posted in News on July 31, 2017
It has been four years since Iowa legislature deregulated their homeschool process. Now, a recent poll shows that most Iowans want government oversight back into the lives of homeschooling families. 91% of Iowans think that homeschooled students should be required to take standardized reading and math tests. Study data suggests that this is a bipartisan issue. The Read More »
Do Public Schools Have Their Priorities Right?
Posted in Homeschooling on July 31, 2017
Many students who attend public school agree that the experience is awful. They frequently voice their feelings of disgust in regard to the abomination that we currently cause public school. These students are not the ones that will become the “sheep” of public school. These are the students that will be frowned upon for their Read More »
How to Spoil Your Children in 10 Easy Steps
Posted in Parenting on July 30, 2017
Every perfect parent wants a spoiled child. Here are some tried-and-true methods for raising a brat. 🙂 What Will Spoil a Kid 1. Don't Discipline at All The easiest way to spoil your kids is to steer clear of all discipline. That's right: No consequences, no expectations, no saying “no.” If you must use discipline, remember: Read More »