Contrary to all the “neigh”sayers, horses and homeschoolers are a perfect combination! Science Studying science? Did you know horses have the largest eyes of any land mammal? Or that their teeth take up more space in their head than their brain? The “frog” in the center of a horse’s hoof […]
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25 Virtual Field Trips for Your Homeschool
Are you running out of creativity in your homeschool? Go on a field trip! These virtual field trips will let you and your kids travel across the world with a click of a button, so you can go on exciting adventures while you stay safe at home. History Field Trips […]
Read MorePicture Books for Everyone: Why You Should Keep Reading Picture Books Even After Your Child Learns To Read
Sometimes as homeschool parents we can unwittingly value our kids’ reading for themselves as more important than them being read to. Sometimes when we emphasize kids reading independently we can unwittingly devalue the importance of reading enjoyable stories together. We spend so many hours on letter sounds and sight words […]
Read MoreFree Ocean Life Marine Biology Printable Pack
Are you learning about ocean life in your homeschool? Do you have a child who is fascinated by the sea? Download this Ocean Life Marine Biology Printable Pack for a fun ocean themed unit study. In this packet you will find: Ocean Animals Anatomy Worksheets: Learn to label the different […]
Read MoreThe Surprising Benefits When Teens Read Their Writing Aloud
Reading aloud has great value, as any teacher of young children will tell you. Socially, it encourages bonding and a sense of community—picture an adult and children snuggled together on the couch at home, or gathered around a book in a classroom. Academically, reading aloud builds vocabulary and comprehension, stretching […]
Read MoreExpanding the Fundamentals: 8 Art Principles
In addition to the Fundamentals of Art known as the seven art elements, it is just as important to know and understand the Art Principles. These principles are used by artists and designers of every stripe, from car designers to interior decorators to civic sculptors. The art principles are tools […]
Read MoreBack to Basics: The 7 Art Elements
When teaching a student the basics of investigative writing, you start by asking the basic “w” questions: Who? What? When? Where? And why? These are fundamental and act as a great start for fact gathering for the young writer. Likewise, there are seven fundamentals for the young artist to use […]
Read More16 Math Games You Can Play with Cards or Dice
Games are a great way to reinforce basic math skills. Your kids probably won’t even realize how much they’re learning. These are some fun math games you can play with just a few dice and some playing cards. Make 100 Players: 1 or more Object: To be the first to […]
Read MoreFree Mother’s Day Card Printable & Eric Carle Inspired Art Project
Mother’s Day occurs every spring when the flowers start to bloom outside. Mother’s Day is a day when we can tell our moms how much we love them and thank them for all that they do for us. Moms love flowers. Make a garden of flowers for your mom, and […]
Read MoreWhy Time in Nature Is Good for You (and Your Kids)
Are you longing to incorporate more time in nature into your homeschool days, but struggling to fit it all in? We are pleased to welcome Dr. Kristin Moon of Kristin Moon Science to the Homeschool Compass to share with us why it is worthwhile to prioritize time in nature. Not […]
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