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Homeschooling on the iPad with Dew Learning

  What is Dew Learning? Dew Learning is first and only K-12 Christian Curriculum for the iPad and accessible through any internet device.  Exciting news for online learners and even more exciting for iPad owners who can take their entire curriculum with them wherever they go. Non-traditional schooling is just that…non-traditional.  Education takes place on the road, while swinging in the backyard, at the dinner table, library or a restaurant.  Now you never have to leave books behind or break your back trying to carry it all.  Dew Learning comes on the most portable device on the market to give you ultimate … Continue reading →

End Your Homeschooling Journey at Disney World!

This is one of those announcements that makes your eyes light up and your mouth drop open. Your homeschooler can now participate in a National Homeschool Graduation at Disney World! The date of this first homeschool graduation is May 9, 2010. This give you plenty of time to schedule a trip to Disney World. As my kids are set to graduate in 2012 and 2013, you had better believe that this is on my list of things to do! I will definately start planning now! To participate in the National Homeschool Graduation, you will need to: 1. Purchase your tickets … Continue reading →

Dogs and Cats Who Blog

Do your pets keep a blog? Do they tweet? Do they have a Myspace page? Do they chat with other ani-pals on Facebook (or Dogbook or Catbook)? Writing for your pets can actually be a great creative exercise and imagination outlet. Think about it: you’re writing in a voice that is not your own, imagining what a pet’s daily life is like, and even interacting with other imagined animal personalities. If you’ve got a reluctant writer in the house, writing as a pet might be a good way to go. Twitter is fun for the one-liners — you have to … Continue reading →

Homeschooling makes them more successful

A big difference between public schools and homeschooling is that homeschoolers work to make sure all kids are successful, where public schools work to make sure a select few are successful. This might sound harsh, but shools tend to set a single standard that all kids must acheive or fail, while homeschoolers move the standard, or allow alterations of approach so that all kids can be successful. Some might argue that you can’t expect all kids to do well in school as you would get more of the “everyone wins” touchy-feely stuff that handicaps children. After all, what does an … Continue reading →

Ideas for keeping homeschooling fun: Prioritize your field trips

Homeschoolers know that the word “home” in homeschooling is hardly descriptive. We spend a great deal of time driving around to different activities for sports, enrichment activities, co-ops and more. To our surprise, we sometimes become focussed on creating a wealth of well rounded classes and activities, that we actually forget to schedule field trips. In my case, you would think that seeing my daughters interest in theater that we would have seen several plays. We have not. This past year she has participated in two plays, and that and her academics have taken up so much time that we … Continue reading →

Ideas for keeping homeschooling fun: Study Groups

One of the things that we love about homeschooling is the fact that we can learn on an individual basis, and at an individual speed. However, sometimes all of the alone, on-your-own time can get a bit boring. A good way to remedy that problem is to pick a key subject or two where you can form a study group with other homeschoolers. Not only will this make homeschooling more fun, but in some cases, kids will learn more if they can bounce ideas off each other. I don’t recommend using study groups for core curriculum classes as it can … Continue reading →

Homeschooling to save money

It seems that interest in homeschooling is growing as families with children in private schools began to make budget wise decisions. For parents who chose private over public schools for academic, religious, and safety reasons, lack of money is not enough reasons to re-enroll children into public school. It seems that homeschooling may be the only option. Of course there is the problem that many of these parents see themselves as teachers, or ever planned on teaching their kids themselves. Fortunately there are many hybrid homescchool programs that will partner with parents that can help them homeschool their kids with … Continue reading →

Homeschooling Groups and Resources in Delaware N-Z

To succeed in homeschooling, it is in your best interest to get involved with other homeschoolers. You should join a homeschool network or group near you. For this reason, I have decided to give a full listing of homeschooling groups throughout each state. Yes, there are other sites that list homeschool networks and support groups but none of are comprehensive. Some of them only list Christian, others only list those affiliated with them. This installment is for Delaware N-Z. North Wilmington Support Group for information email nwhomeschoolers@juno.com Old Capitol Trail Academy, Inc. Our Lady Queen of Peace Homeschoolers A Catholic … Continue reading →

Homeschooling Groups and Resources in Delaware E-M

To succeed in homeschooling, it is in your best interest to get involved with other homeschoolers. You should join a homeschool network or group near you. For this reason, I have decided to give a full listing of homeschooling groups throughout each state. Yes, there are other sites that list homeschool networks and support groups but none of are comprehensive. Some of them only list Christian, others only list those affiliated with them. This installment is for Delaware E-M. Eastern Shore Home School Association (ESHSA) The Eastern Shore Home School Association is an open and inclusive group. All homeschoolers are … Continue reading →

Homeschooling Groups and Resources in Delaware A-D

To succeed in homeschooling, it is in your best interest to get involved with other homeschoolers. You should join a homeschool network or group near you. For this reason, I have decided to give a full listing of homeschooling groups throughout each state. Yes, there are other sites that list homeschool networks and support groups but none of are comprehensive. Some of them only list Christian, others only list those affiliated with them. This installment if for Delaware, letters A-D. Brandywine Valley Home Education Resource Organization An inclusive support organization based in North Wilmington, serving the Delaware, Pennsylvania, and Maryland … Continue reading →