It has finally hit me. As a homeschooling parent, I have a unique superpower. I am an innovator. in·no·va·tor ˈinəˌvādər/ noun 1. a person who introduces new methods, ideas, or products. Specifically, I am an educational innovator. I am on the cutting edge of updating education in the 21st century. I regularly try…
I love hosting a themed book club for my kids. Of course, the book title you choose is important and I have to tell you that This Mysterious Benedict Society Book Club has it all: Adventure. Mystery. Intrigue. And DANGER. Hosting a book club for The Mysterious Benedict Society is a great choice for kids…
This collection of graphic novels for middle school contains a variety of titles so you can find the perfect one for your child. But don’t be surprised if you find yourself immersed in these titles as well. While an engaging graphic novel can draw in a reluctant reader, don’t limit these delightful, visual stories to…
Yes! Believe it or not, Shakespeare is for kids! And one great way to introduce your kids to Shakespeare is to introduce them to his life and works. Books are a wonderful way to introduce your children to this famous playwright in fun and creative ways. Then when you are ready, I also plenty of…
I knew that a Hunger Games literature study would be the perfect way to start our year. My oldest, Kayleigh, was in 7th grade and this would be the perfect series to engage her at the beginning of the year. It also helped that I planned a monthly school-year book club with her friends and…
This Frindle homeschool study is a great way to add some fun to your enjoyment of this delightful story. Frindle is a fantastic read for your elementary school-aged child. This story offers a delightful plot twist, making it a perfect book for a family discussion. This post contains affiliate links. Read my full disclosure. Frindle…
Last year we made the switch to Mr. D Math for homeschooling. I began using Mr. D for all of my children in pre-algebra and beyond. Even though I was a math teacher, I could not keep up with teaching upper-level math to three students. Mr. D math literally saved my sanity last year. Because…
