Check out this summer poetry collection perfect for poetry teatime, memory work, daily copywork, or morning time enjoyment. In this printable you will find: Download your Free Summer Poetry Printable for Your Homeschool here! If you share a photo of your spring poetry learning on Instagram be sure to tag us @homeschoolcompass or […]
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This post contains affiliate links. Thank you for supporting the Homeschool Compass by shopping through our page! A few weeks ago Sarah from Homespun Childhood shared her plan for beach-side professional development, and I immediately knew I wanted to include something similar in my own summer plans. Here are the books that are currently on […]
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If you’re learning about cultivated crops, gardening or nutrition in your homeschool, these free nature study printables are the perfect resource! You can use the black & white version as coloring pages. Or print the color images for flashcards, matching games or hanging on the wall. Enjoy! You can download […]
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Cross-country trips were a regular part of my growing up, thanks to my mother’s large family scattered from coast to coast. While the trips were primarily to visit relatives, my parents always incorporated outings to local landmarks. Mount Rushmore, the Grand Canyon, Yosemite, Pike’s Peak, and the Carlsbad Caverns are […]
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Summer is finally here! When you need a break from the beach or the pool, these picture books are just right for slowing down and savoring the magic that is summer. The Raft by Jim LaMarche Nicky isn’t looking forward to spending the summer with his quirky grandmother in her […]
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There are so many things we can do to help our kids fall more in love with reading. If having a goal to shoot for is motivating for your child, this free printable has everything you’ll need to create a family summer reading challenge. Choose Your Challenge With a twelve […]
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This post contains affiliate links. Thank you for supporting the Homeschool Compass by shopping through our page! Whether you homeschool year round or take extended time off over the summer, read aloud time is something to hold onto through the summer months. If you’re looking for books that will grab your kids’ attention and fuel […]
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Do your kids love learning about animals and nature? If so, these endearing farm picture books are perfect for your homeschool. Baby Farm Animals by Garth Williams Simple, humorous text identifies each fuzzy, furry, or feathery farm animal capering about the farm. This longtime favorite has been reissued for a […]
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The study of trees offers many opportunities for hands-on learning! Lean into your child’s curiosity and explore topics in math, science, art, and more with these tree activities. 1. Grow Your Own Tree from a Pinecone Did you know you can harvest seeds from a pinecone and potentially grow your […]
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While many parents see summer as a time of vacation and not education, preschool children need year-round learning. I’m not talking about year-round workbooks or sitting at a desk, but about daily planned learning combined with fun. My motto for the past 28 years has been, seize the summer and […]
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