11+ Best Magazines for Kids in 2017 from Cricket Media

Posted in Resources on May 7, 2017

I've compiled a list of great children’s magazines from Cricket Media that you’ll want to check out. Each and every magazine hit the Parents' Choice Gold Award Winner list for 2017, and it’s easy to see why. There’s much for a homeschooler—or any parent—to love. List of Award Winning Magazines for Kids These publications shine with Read More »

Words of Encouragement for Kids: 75 Encouraging Phrases

Posted in Parenting on May 6, 2017

A simple word of encouragement, spoken sincerely, can lift someone up like nothing else. Especially for our children. Whether they let on or not, our kids constantly crave our love and approval. As an educator and parent, I make "corrections" every day. It is crucial to balance correction with encouragement, to support self-confidence while showing that Read More »

The Best Scientific Calculator: Buyer’s Guide with Ranking & Reviews

Posted in Reviews on May 5, 2017

I’m a self-proclaimed “math nerd,” and I’m so excited for this opportunity to talk about scientific calculators – what they are, when to use one, the best models, figuring out which model is right for you, and the differences between calculator types. First, are you sure that you need a scientific calculator and not a Read More »

Learning Brain Busters Part III: Engage The Filter

Posted in Homeschooling on May 5, 2017

We started this series by discussing strategies for leveraging the Pre-Frontal Cortex, The Thinker, in order to maximize learning potential. From there we learned the power of emotions and how to keep the Limbic System, The Reactor, from taking over to help your kids overcome frustrations and get back on track to learning success. In Read More »

Debunking 11 Myths about Deschooling

Posted in Homeschooling on May 4, 2017

What is Deschooling? To ensure that we're all on the same page, here's a quick intro to deschooling: Deschooling is a period of adjustment after leaving a school environment when both the parent(s) and child(ren) disengage from a school mindset and adjust to a completely new way of education that is not based on norms, Read More »