Teaching personal finance was completely absent during my years in Massachusetts public schools, even though they were some of the best in the country. Despite their high academic standards, there were no classes to prepare teens and young adults for managing money in the real world. When I started college in 1992, banks set up booths on campus, offering gifts to entice students to sign up for credit cards. It seemed harmless at the time, but ... Read the Post...
If You Enjoyed Unit Studies in the Early Grades, Your Older Learners Will LOVE These Books
Anything that makes my life as a homeschooling mom easier is a win in my book, and when it comes to history and science, it just makes sense to do so. this post contains affiliate links - this is a sponsored post; I was paid for my unbiased opinion and review of this product Joy Hakim's latest 4-part book series, beginning with the recently released Discovering Life's Story: Biology's Beginnings and Discovering Life's Story: The Evolution ... Read the Post...
Mr. D Math Review Preparing for Pre-Algebra Online Class For Homeschoolers | Curriculum Review
For many homeschooling families, finding the right fit when it comes to mathematics for your learners can be a challenge. I know that has been the case in our situation. We've tried numerous curriculum options for math; in fact, my learner is currently in the process of completing a well-known online-based curriculum that has been working for him, yet lacks what I feel is an important component; handwritten problem practice. And yes, I ... Read the Post...
Online Technology Classes For Homeschooling Families on the Go!
Coding is an increasingly important skill in our fast-paced and ever-changing world. The Bureau of Labor and Statistics reports that software development jobs are slated to increase by 21% between now and 2028. For many young people, coding has been built into popular games and toys that they enjoy, but for families who want to include programming classes into their homeschool – or just supplement what their child is learning in school – there ... Read the Post...