Anastasia Wheeler lives in Colorado with her husband and four children. This year, she's homeschooling the two eldest, sharing inexpensive methods and activities. Masterworks of civilization are emphasized, as Mrs. Wheeler is a Classics teacher.
It's always a good idea to make history/geography lessons a little more exciting, and art projects are especially good. Now Russian and Eastern European cultures have a lot of traditions centered around Eastertime, so why not give...
So many of us shudder when we think of math class. And the thought of trying to teach mathematics is even more frightening. But don't despair: here are some ways of making math easier and more fun...
Denver has free days at these major museums, sponsored by the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District tax. All Colorado residents are welcome. Below are the dates for the year 2010, along with the attraction websites and phone numbers...
The next in the series on ancient civilizations, here are some tips for learning about the Romans. Roman Language and Literature- Let me put in a word for Latin here. It's the basis for not only English...
First, what does the winter solstice mean? The word solstice comes from the Latin for "sun stands still". This refers to the fact that on December 21, the sun appears to stop moving in it's...
With current temperatures in the negative numbers, it's natural to want to stay warm inside for the rest of the season! However, there are good science lessons to be had if you venture outside. Just be sure...
We all love projects that do double duty, providing a learning experience as we craft handmade items for the holidays. Here are a few of my favorites, along with suggestions for how to work them into schooltime. Bake gingerbread cookies...
In an incredibly asinine move, education officials in Great Britain are attempting to require that parents pass a background investigation in order to raise their own children. The story appeared in the Daily Mail this week, exciting a flood of...
The Homeschooling site Curr Click is offering more than fifty free school book and worksheet downloads for Black Friday. The deal is only good until midnight, however, so be sure and go to their site right away. The topics...
Here are a few things kids can have fun with while the grown ups are busy. This is the official site of Plymouth Colony:it's filled with interactive games that teach children about how the Pilgrims and the...