Tradition says that in the spring of 1623, all that was left for the Pilgrims to eat each day during the “Starving Time” was five kernels of parched corn. Based on that important true story, many families have their own tradition of offering five thanks for five blessings before enjoying a bountiful Read More

As a homeschool family spending lots of time together and sharing the same spaces under one roof, the ups and downs of a homeschool year are unavoidable. For those times your young learners need a positive and encouraging note that homeschooling is working in its own beautiful way, print this Read More

The pandemic of 2020 has forced colleges to take a different look at how they are evaluating student applications. With testing centers closed and others operating at reduced capacity, more than 1,500 schools have removed standardized test requirements. In addition, students’ opportunities to stand Read More

While our cell phones can offer us incredible convenience, including helpful calendar reminders and a schedule that’s almost always with us, there are still some of us who love to have a physical calendar in front of us to help us plan. If that’s you, we hope you can use this printable weekly Read More

As a homeschooler, you won’t need a student ID card for identity, security, or lunch account purposes; however, having an ID for your homeschooler can be useful for getting discounts in your community. Use this free student ID printable template from AOP to show off your homeschool pride and Read More

If you have a junior or senior in your homeschool family this year, make sure you know these important dates for 2020-21 college entrance tests. The ACT has just four remaining test dates for the current school year, while the SAT offers five tests. Upcoming SAT Test Dates (Registration Read More

Whether you’re in your first year of homeschooling or your kids are almost ready for graduation, Rebecca Farris, the CEO and Founder of The Well Planned Gal, has an important message that all homeschool moms need to hear: don’t lose yourself. Farris admits that the stereotypical homeschooler is a Read More

Having the freedom to choose the curriculum that fits your family’s goals and lifestyles exemplifies how homeschooling goes beyond the one-size-fits-all approach. While it’s one of the biggest decisions you can make regarding at-home learning, choosing a homeschool curriculum doesn’t have to be Read More

To a new homeschooler, the terms homeschooling and online schooling can seem nearly identical, especially if you’re using or considering using an online curriculum. However, these two types of at-home education have a couple significant differences that all homeschoolers should know. Before you Read More