Category Archives: Homeschooling

I Can’t Believe I am Using Homeschool Tracker

When I first heard about Homeschool Tracker‘s free Basic Program, I downloaded it and checked it out. This was a year or so ago, maybe more. I decided that it was way too school-like for my taste. I mean, who … Continue reading

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Bill Nye Science Resources

Our library recently got a set of new Bill Nye the Science Guy DVDs, so I grabbed a couple this week that corresponded to subjects that I included in my curriculum this year. Not only are the shows fun to … Continue reading

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The War Documentary and Educational Materials

This week I have been recording Ken Burns’ “The War” on PBS. If you haven’t heard of it, it’s a 15 hour documentary on WWII. The boys are not old enough for it yet, but it is never too early … Continue reading

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Why I Homeschool

I finally sent off my home study enrollment to the state today. What a hassle! I am so glad that’s over. This year, I am handling my organization a little – okay, a lot – differently in order to avoid … Continue reading

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Carnival Time

It’s Tuesday, so you know what that means. The 91st Carnival of Homeschooling is up at The Voice of Experience. I hope that you all get a chance at some point to sit down, sip a hot cuppa something you … Continue reading

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Just When I Think I Have This Homeschooling Thing Figured Out

I have been feeling like something wasn’t quite right with my homeschooling methods for this year. Basically, it is set up too much like school-at-home. I have a rigid schedule set up with 180 school days, broken into 6-week sessions, … Continue reading

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Just Checking In

This has been a busy week. I have not had much time for blogging with the start of school, and the fact that I am still trying to finish preparing my enrollment for the state, including the portfolios from last … Continue reading

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First Day of School

So, we officially started school today. I am trying to keep to a schedule of what work needs to be done when this year. I actually started doing a post about homeschool planning, too, which included what we were doing … Continue reading

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School Supply Savings

Finally, I am home (and have internet access) and can do another Frugal Fridays post. In the spirit of Back to School, my tip is about homeschool supplies. I buy all of my supplies when they are featured as the … Continue reading

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Frustration Abounds

This week, I am trying to wrap up my assessments to send into the state because I plan to start this school year on August 20 (a week from today). This process frustrates me every year. I do not believe … Continue reading

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