There's a slew of picture books about starting school, and many more novels about older schoolchildren. However, if your kids want to feel more connected to the characters they read about, perhaps you should try some homeschool story books? Check... Continue Reading →
Have a budding scientist or kinesthetic learner? Do consider planning a visit to Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum! It's packed with the traditional museum displays plus a ton of hands on interactive learning stations, for kids to view, touch, explore, and... Continue Reading →
When homeschoolers grow up, it's time to think about career plans and what sort of jobs they'd like to do. For some students, it's an easy decision; for others, there's a few curves in the path. Homeschooled graduates typically follow... Continue Reading →
Take your child's knowledge of shapes out of the classroom and into the real world! A geometric photo collage is the perfect way to apply maths lessons to a practical and funky art activity. What You Need Cardboard (A4 or... Continue Reading →
The Day The Crayons Quit, by Drew Daywalt, is an adorable picture book for elementary or primary school students. One day, Duncan receives some mysterious postcards - from his fed up crayons! The crayons are tired of being pigeonholed by their colours,... Continue Reading →
Yesterday, it was Commonwealth Day. It's celebrated annually on the second Monday in March. We attended our local Commonwealth Day event, and witnessed the flag-raising ceremony, which was presided over by the town mayor. Luckily, it was a gorgeous sunny... Continue Reading →
