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Why Attend a Homeschool Convention this Year?

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By guest author Andrew Pudewa

Time is precious. Money can be tight. Travel must be prioritized. And, almost all the information you will ever need can be found online. So, is going to a conference really worth it?

I have been to many conferences—hundreds, actually. Of course, I go because it’s my job. Although I primarily teach workshops and hang out near the IEW booth, I also meet fascinating people and listen to a variety of workshops. Now obviously, not every conference is a peak experience, and some are far more interesting than others, but I think it’s safe to say that almost always something helpful, even enlightening happens, and often I don’t even notice it until weeks or months later.

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Holidays as Homeschool Curriculum

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By Guest Author Vicki Bentley

Do you ever feel stuck in the day-to-day sameness of your school routine? By circling the holidays on your calendar, you can have not just instant mini units, but family fun and fond memories. Celebrate!

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Wintertime Science Delights

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By Guest Author Brandee Gillham

How is it that when the days are shortest, they can feel the longest? The winter months can seem to drag on, so here are some fun and encouraging STEM-based activities to do with your kiddos in the kitchen. You should have most of these items and ingredients hanging around your home, or they can be picked up at a minimal cost. 

My cowboy and I are raising four cowpokes (yes, all boys!) here in northeastern Colorado, so their favorite experiments are the ones that end with a great explosion and/or mess. As the mama, those aren’t always my top picks, but I do love seeing the thrill in their eyes as we embark upon creative learning adventures. Here are some of our favorites; I encourage you to try one on your next “inside” day:

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Everyday Math for Young Learners

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By Guest Author Vicki Bentley

Mathematics is simply the study of the patterns and order in the world that God has made. It ranges from elementary arithmetic — the basic operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division — to more advanced math, the language of the natural sciences, engineering, medicine, music, and more.

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Practical Tips for Teaching Civics

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An interview with Julianna Dotten, author of Colorado Civics

What is the importance of students learning about their state?

Colorado is unique in its state history in that we really were founded by bachelor-miners (I say that tongue-in-cheek). We don’t have the rich Puritan legacy of Massachusetts or even the exciting Civil War action of Kansas or Missouri. But the “wild west” nature of Colorado has shaped our state, creating a culture of individualism, determination, and ruggedness that yet extends into the lives of those who call Colorado home.

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