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1. Asian Foods Headquarters

This group is dedicated to showcasing the amazing flavors that Asia has to offer. Here you can find the very best information on the most delicious cuisine from this exotic corner of the world. In the 1970s, Asian food meant chop suey and fortune cookies to most people. Today that has all changed...
Food & Cooking - Mon, 22 Mar 2010 07:32:26

2. Lapbooking

How-To & Education - Sun, 21 Mar 2010 07:39:30

3. Nature Study -- Charlotte Mason Style

Charlotte Mason's educational philosohpy is a great fit for homeschool families who love great books, simple methods, and academic excellence. One component of a Charlotte Mason education is the regular study of nature. Nature Study has just two parts -- the Doing and the Documenting. Doing -- th...
How-To & Education - Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:16:01

4. Ancient China: A Homeschool Unit Study

When teaching our children ancient history, we are sure to include Ancient Mesopotamia, Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, and Ancient Rome. Unfortunately we sometimes omit another great ancient civilization on the other side of the globe-- Ancient China. Maybe we ourselves don't know much about Anc...
How-To & Education - Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:23:37

5. Jimmie -- About Me and My Lenses News!

Hi! I'm Jimmie. Although I don't look much like the Victorian lady I've chosen for my avatar, I like the image that she portrays -- dignified, calm, attractive, and cultured-- all things I'd like to be. Instead I'm a bit too loud, a bit too frank. So to give you a more realistic view of me, here ...
About Me - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 09:21:48

6. Charlotte Mason Basics

The homeschool movement is gaining momentum all over the world, and many home educators are looking back to the ideas of Charlotte Mason as a compass for teaching their own children. Charlotte Mason was an educator who lived in England from 1841-1923. She established schools to train governesses...
How-To & Education - Sun, 21 Mar 2010 07:17:51

7. Shakespeare for Children

How-To & Education - Sun, 21 Mar 2010 07:26:48

8. Classical Music Lapbook

Music is one of those topics that we homeschool moms know we should teach our children. But whether it's because of our own lack of knowledge, a tight homeschool budget, or just a crowded schedule, music study often gets pushed to the back burner. This lens will help you painlessly educate your c...
How-To & Education - Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:28:10

9. Make Your Own Notebooking Pages

So, you've done a bit of notebooking using the freebies online. Maybe you've even bought a kit or two. But now your creativity is kicking in and you want to do it yourself! Yes, you can make your own notebooking pages, even if you're not terribly computer savvy. Just a little knowledge combined ...
How-To & Education - Sat, 06 Mar 2010 06:16:14

10. Notebooking Exhibit

You've heard about notebooking. You know it's a flexible tool that can be used with most any curriculum or homeschooling style. You've read a bit about it, but you're still not quite sure. What is notebooking? What does it actually look like, and how does it work? What subjects can you use with ...
How-To & Education - Sat, 06 Mar 2010 06:56:19

11. Lapbooking and Unit Study Themes

This page is guide to all my other pages of lapbooking, notebooking, or unit study themes. An entire list of all my pages here at Squidoo can be found on my profile page.
How-To & Education - Sun, 07 Mar 2010 07:27:55

12. Mini Offices

A mini office is a particular application of lapbooks. Each child can make his own mini-office -- a lapbook filled with reference pages for his own learning. The sky is the limit on what you can include. Fill the mini office with the charts that your child needs -- maps, state abbreviations, penm...
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 18:02:04

13. Timelines for Homeschool

Timelines are an important complement to any homeschool history curriculum. They are especially good for visual learners because they offer a view of historical events in a pictoral way. Even very young children can use a timeline to see the span of time between events. Any historical person or e...
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:04:44

14. Dragon Boat Festival News!

How-To & Education - Sat, 20 Mar 2010 15:24:38

15. 50 States Notebook

The Fifty States of America is a popular notebooking topic. It can be the basis of a unit study, or it can be a supplement to your American history curriculum. When you're finished, you have a wonderful, homemade reference book.
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:13:55

16. Human Body Lapbook

We all have one! We use it every moment of every day-- your incredible human body! What a personal and relevant topic of study for any child! For the younger students, your study may focus primarily on anatomy, so you will explore the body's organs and body's systems. For older students you may ...
How-To & Education - Sat, 06 Mar 2010 06:32:14

17. Chinese New Year

新年快乐 Happy Chinese New Year! Take your children on a fascinating cultural experience -- celebrate Chinese New Year! Chinese New Year is the celebration of a new lunar year. It is a fifteen day holiday that starts on the evening of the second new moon after the winter ...
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:01:51

18. Nature Tales

Of course, the best way to learn about nature is through first hand experiences. Nothing can substitute for a nature walk. But a living book with nature themes makes for a great read when you're not out exploring the woods or the beach. Fortunately for us, many of the books Charlotte Mason recomm...
How-To & Education - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 10:04:39

19. Winter Promise Versus Sonlight

If you want a literature rich homeschool approach, you will want to evaluate these two excellent options -- Sonlight and Winter Promise.
How-To & Education - Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:45:44

20. Nature Study at the Beach News!

Charlotte Mason considered it ridiculous that a child would study about the rainforest but not recognize the plants and animals in his own back yard. But she certainly didn't limit nature study only to a family's immediate surroundings. Nature study can extend to whatever place you visit whether ...
How-To & Education - Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:56:20

21. Lapbooking Versus Notebooking

Lapbooking and notebooking are both popular among homeschoolers now. I will take you through some basic characteristics of each and hopefully answer these questions: What are these learning methods? How are they similar? How are they different? Which one is best for my child? Can I mix them up i...
How-To & Education - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:36:51

22. A Super Easy Way To Begin Lapbooking : The Simplest Lapbook Ever

So you've heard about lapbooking and seen pictures or videos of other people's finished lapbooks all over homeschooling blogs. You're intrigued and want to make a lapbook with your own children. But where to start? How can you transform that plain, boring manilla file folder into a beautiful reco...
How-To & Education - Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:20:40

23. A Homeschool Moms Squidoo Tips & Tricks News!

Just starting out making your first lens or polishing off number 20, you're probably still on the lookout for ways to make better lenses and improve the ones you've got. What's a lens, anyway? It's just Squidoo's word for a webpage. It's your lens or your viewpoint on a topic. Squidoo makes it s...
Squidoo Tips - Mon, 22 Mar 2010 07:17:26

24. Winter Promise American Story 1 Extras

Winter Promise's first year American history curriculum is fabulous! It is very thorough on its own, especially with the added Native American focus resources. BUT who can't resist adding a few extras here and there? We are finished with our WP journey with AS1. I have documented here the extra ...
How-To & Education - Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:30:59

25. How to Create an Animal Lapbook

Planning your own lapbook is quite do-able because of the wealth of free and instant resources available on the Internet. This lens will point you in the right directions for a free DIY animal lapbook. Once you understand the process, you can use these steps over and over for your own planning. (...
How-To & Education - Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:33:46

26. Rainforest Lapbook

The tropical rainforest is a fascinating topic for a homeschool unit study! Just the botany and zoology alone could take weeks to cover. There are also the history of the rainforest, the indigenous peoples of the rainforest, and the economy of the rainforest. You can cater this topic to your you...
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:42:14

27. Artist Study -- Charlotte Mason Style

With most things CM (Charlotte Mason), once you get accustomed to her methods and they become a habit, you realize just how easy they are. Artist study is no exception. Charlotte Mason's way of studying artists is inexpensive, simple, and enjoyable.
How-To & Education - Sat, 06 Mar 2010 06:49:13

28. Monet Artist Study

Claude Monet is sure to be at the top of your homeschool artist study list! His paintings are everywhere and his contribution to art history is unparalleled. It is his own painting Impression-- Sunrise that gave Impressionism its name! Monet's subject matter is especially family friendly and ...
How-To & Education - Sun, 07 Mar 2010 08:16:57

29. Catalogs for Homeschoolers

Looking for free homeschool catalogs? Scan this page for all the best catalogs out there -- most are just a few clicks away. Then watch your mailbox because the fun will start pouring in! image credit
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:05:40

30. Living Math

In a child's early years, math is actually play. Counting, stacking, sorting, and balancing are all fun activities that develop mathematical reasoning. Don't separate math from fun. Don't kill a child's natural love of mathematical play by insisting all mathematical concepts be relegated to a te...
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 18:07:11

31. Space Lapbook

How-To & Education - Wed, 17 Mar 2010 10:17:49

32. Panda Fascination

The Panda Bear is most certainly one of the most famous and beloved of the world's endangered animals. Personally, I never was a huge fan of the panda until I saw them in person at a research center in China. They are amazingly beautiful animals -- gentle, slow, and BIG eaters! The two pictures b...
Animals & Nature - Sun, 07 Mar 2010 08:22:45

33. Physics Lapbook

Think physics is only for college geeks? Think again! Physics is a fascinating facet of science that is especially relevant to children -- pushing and pulling, falling and leaping are all components of this science. Even elementary students can benefit from a study of physics. Use this page to he...
How-To & Education - Mon, 22 Mar 2010 04:48:14

34. Thanksgiving Lapbook News!

How-To & Education - Fri, 19 Mar 2010 14:06:40

35. Charts and Graphs for Learning

How-To & Education - Fri, 19 Mar 2010 14:41:20

36. Spelling

Spelling -- didn't you dread it in school: the pages and pages full of your words written "ten times each," cramming for a test each Thursday night, and the deadly dull Spelling Bee each year? It doesn't have to be boring! Make spelling fun with games and hands-on activities. The ideas here can ...
How-To & Education - Sat, 06 Mar 2010 05:33:38

37. Narration Helps

How-To & Education - Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:21:17

38. Mid-Autumn Festival

Most cultures have a harvest festival. China is no exception. The Mid-Autumn Festival 中秋节 (Zhong Qiu Jie) is one of the three most important, traditional Chinese holidays. (The other two are Chinese New Year and Dragon Boat Festival.) It takes place on the fifteenth day of t...
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 18:33:55

39. Greek Classics for Children

Any study of ancient history would be incomplete without a stop in Ancient Greece. The Greeks gave Western Civilization incomparable contributions -- the seeds of democracy, mathematics, philosophy, theater, and art.
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:22:58

40. Charlotte Mason: The Simplest Homeschool Ever

At first glance, Charlotte Mason's educational philosophy seems complicated. But in fact, that misconception is only because CM is so vastly different from the textbook driven education many of us received in public schools. As you read more and more about CM, you discover the simplicity of this...
Arts - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:14:39

41. Last Child In The Woods

People need nature - really need nature, not merely enjoy nature or benefit from nature. Children need experiences with nature just as they need sleep or healthy food. Why? Richard Louv spends much of his book Last Child in the Woods explaining exactly what nature offers children: Flickr photo cr...
Books - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 02:59:48

42. Penguin Lapbook

The penguin makes a great unit study and topic for a lapbook. There is the biology involved in the study of the animal itself. You can also add the earth science and geography of the penguin's habitat.� Then there are great living books about penguins as well as crafts to make. Explore this lens ...
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 18:31:08

43. Flickr for Homeschool

Flickr is a photo hosting site with a lot of fun extras that are quite useful for homeschoolers! Let me show you all Flickr can do for you! Icon credit
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:52:55

44. Lapbooking -- Frequently Asked Questions

Most any topic comes with its own set of FAQ --frequently asked questions. Lapbooking is no exception. These questions seem to be asked by most new lapbookers. The fortunate thing is that there are lots of other lapbookers who've already come up with answers to these questions. Here you can find ...
How-To & Education - Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:41:05

45. Mother Goose Rhymes

Not only are Mother Goose rhymes a part of our western cultural heritage, but Mother Goose has her own special holiday. May 1 is Mother Goose Day! Of course, these classic rhymes can be celebrated� any day of the year! How well do you know your nursery rhymes? Can you distinguish Old King Cole fr...
Parenting & Kids - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:27:53

46. Junie B. Jones

The first Junie B. Jones book was published in July 1992. Since that time, Barbara Park has written a total of twenty-seven Junie B. books and sold more than 43 million copies! Ms. Park is considered one of todays funniest children's authors. Her Junie B. Jones early chapter books are consistent...
Books - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 02:44:53

47. Opera for Children News!

Opera connotes a high brow artistic entertainment. But to put it simply, opera is a musical drama. Don't be intimidated. Plunge in and learn about an opera today! Taking children (and yourself!) to the opera is the best experience! But before you invest in expensive tickets, be sure to spend som...
How-To & Education - Sat, 06 Mar 2010 07:03:14

48. Chacos are the Best Sport Sandals News!

I love sandals. When the weather gets warm, all other shoes are neglected. I want my feet to stay cool and free. And I love to show off painted toe nails! But I'm also on my feet a lot, walking on uneven ground and hiking outdoors. So "pretty" strappy sandals are out of the question. I love them...
Shopping - Sat, 27 Feb 2010 15:24:58

49. Playdough

Besides a freshly baked loaf of bread, I can't think of a better use of a few cups of flour besides a batch of velvety soft playdough! The simple toys are the best, and playdough has to rank up at the top of simple toys. A handful of playdough, a plastic knife, and a rolling pin can be the inspir...
Parenting & Kids - Sun, 07 Mar 2010 08:01:09

50. Audio Homeschool

We all have our own preferred learning style whether it be visual, auditory, or kinesthetic. But did you know that learning is always enhanced when more than one learning style is used?Adding audio books and stories to your home offers many learning advantages. Don't listen when people say that ...
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:58:00

51. Poetry in Homeschool News!

April is National Poetry Month. Does your homeschool language arts curriculum include the study of poetry? Whether you're striving to incorporate more poetry into your curriculum or whether you are looking for a poetry unit study, this webpage should offer some resources. Charlotte Mason suggeste...
How-To & Education - Sat, 06 Mar 2010 06:41:38

52. Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction News!

Books - Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:42:20

53. Crazy English News!

I call it Crazy English. Others call it Chinglish or Engrish. Whatever you call it, it's hilarious! When people in China try to use English, disastrous errors often result. Enjoy a chuckle at my collection of crazy English, most of which was captured in China. All of these photos are uploaded t...
Humor - Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:12:15

54. A Homeschool Gallery

Every homeschool is unique. Ours is no exception! I welcome you to step into our homeschool gallery and browse the examples of my daughter Sprite's projects, crafts, and fieldtrips. Each photo is linked back to Flickr where even more homeschooling images are stored.
How-To & Education - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 11:48:14

55. The Squatty Potty

When traveling internationally, there are two main areas of dread for many people -- food and toilets! You're on your own with the food, but I'm here to help you with how to use the "squatty potty" found all over Asia. This is a delicate topic, and not without some inherent humor. But this is mea...
Travel - Sat, 06 Mar 2010 06:37:19

56. Flat Travelers

Trading flat travelers through the mail is an engaging way learn about geography and even other cultures! Simply create a flat traveler -- a paper or cardstock character that can fit into an envelope. Arrange a host family, and mail your flat to them. You host their flat at the same time. When th...
Parenting & Kids - Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:36:37

57. Sprite's Websites to Explore

This lens is primarily a place for me to list links I want my daughter to explore as part of her homeschool studies for 2008-2009. You're welcome to poke around and see what she's learning.
How-To & Education - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 09:31:10

58. I've Been Blessed by a Squid Angel! (or hoping to be) News!

Have you been blessed by a Squid Angel? Or are you wishing for an angel blessing? Are you wondering what the blessing actually DOES? This is the right place to be! I'll try to unveil the mystery of the Angels program.
Squidoo Tips - Sat, 06 Mar 2010 07:29:25

59. Minibook Gallery

Whether you're new to lapbooking and are trying to get an idea of what minibooks are or whether you're an old hand at lapbooking and want some fresh ideas, welcome to the minibook gallery! Browse the images for some creative inspiration. Follow the links for directions and templates. Each photo...
How-To & Education - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 09:58:47

60. How to Make a Tabbed Book

Making a tabbed book is quite easy! So you don't really need a template. You simply need instructions. Do you have scissors (or a paper cutter), a ruler, a stapler, and some paper? Okay. Follow these step by step directions and you can make this minibook right now. This book can stand alone or ...
How-To & Education - Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:01:37

61. How to Make a Wheel Book

Grab some cardstock and a paper fastener! We're going to make a wheel book today! This minibook is especially popular with the little ones because of the motion of the book. The wheel book is especially good for steps in a process or listing several parts of a whole. This book can stand alone o...
How-To & Education - Sun, 07 Mar 2010 12:43:00

62. How to Make a Matchbook

Called a matchbook because it's folded like a book of matches, this minibook is just a few folds away. Generally a small book, it is perfect for vocabulary words or other snippets of information. Make several and arrange them in a group inside your lapbook.
How-To & Education - Sat, 06 Mar 2010 06:19:28

63. How to Make a Four Corner Minibook

Have a square of paper? Then you can easily make this minibook. Because of how it's folded, the four corner minibook is also often called an envelope book. Make it large or make it small depending on how much content you want to include in the book. Attach the back of the four corner minibook to...
How-To & Education - Sun, 21 Mar 2010 06:38:08

64. How to Make a Three Fourths Book

A three fourths minibook is a simple fold for your lapbook that offers plenty of space inside for writing text or drawing pictures.
How-To & Education - Sat, 06 Mar 2010 05:46:36

65. How to Make a Trifold Minibook

How-To & Education - Sat, 20 Mar 2010 14:13:39

66. Frugal Coffee Delight News!

You love coffee, right? Maybe would even say that you need coffee on a daily basis. But flavored coffees and fancy creamers can really put a gash in the food budget. Have your coffee and drink it too with these frugal coffee add-ins. photo credit
Home & Garden - Sat, 06 Mar 2010 07:41:36

67. Cassatt Artist Study News!

Mary Cassatt is an excellent choice for your homeschool artist study. She is one of the few women Impressionists, and commonly portrays domestic scenes of women and children. She was American by birth, but lived for much of her life in France, surrounded by the other great Impressionists of her ...
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:10:08

68. Using Drawing with Children by Mona Brookes News!

Here is the record of our homeschool journey into drawing, using Mona Brookes' Drawing with Children as our main resource. My daughter Sprite is nine years old. She is a motivated artist who wants to hone her skills. I do the activities right alongside her! Since we are still using this book, th...
How-To & Education - Sun, 07 Mar 2010 09:32:27

69. How to Plan a Lapbook

Once you understand the basics of lapbooking, you can easily plan your own lapbook to match whatever topic you are studying. You don't need to buy a kit, so you save money. And you can custom design the lapbook to reflect your children's interests and educational needs. So grab a pad and a pen (o...
How-To & Education - Sun, 21 Mar 2010 06:29:02

70. Lapbook Video Showcase

Wouldn't it be great if another homeschooling mom could come over with a lapbook in hand and simply show you what lapbooking is all about? If she could let you see an actual lapbook and explain how it works, how it's made, and what her children learned, then you feel sure you could really unders...
Movies & TV - Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:15:09

71. Grammar for Homeschool News!

Although teaching grammar has become slightly old fashioned, most home educators still want to incorporate at least the very basics of the parts of speech into their language arts curriculum. Here is a collection of some of the best resources available to make learning English grammar interesting...
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:31:41

72. The Best Charlotte Mason Homeschooling Blogs

I enjoy reading blogs. That peek into another mom's daily life offers inspiration and focus. Yes, in fact, I am doing enough in our homeschool. Or perhaps, no, I'm not doing enough in this area, but this blog gives me some great ideas for how to get on track! Here are my favorite Charlotte Mason...
How-To & Education - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 05:00:01

73. The Best Lapbooking Blogs

How-To & Education - Wed, 17 Mar 2010 09:35:30

74. Making a Shoebox Diorama News!

The classic shoebox diorama is a childhood rite of passage. Although it can be used for school work, your children may enjoy making them just for fun. Make a diorama alongside your child today with this step by step tutorial.
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:17:15

75. Ancient Egypt Lapbook

Ancient Egypt is one of the most fascinating of world cultures! What child isn't intrigued with mummies, pyramids, and the complicated religion of this ancient civilization? Create an interdisciplinary study by including subjects besides just history. For example, you can study the plethora of g...
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:36:34

76. How to Make a Flag Book

A flag book looks tricky, but it's not really hard. These step by step photo instructions will teach you how to make a flag book that you can fill with whatever you want. It's sure to impress! Use it as a minibook for lapbooking something you learned in homeschool, or use it purely for fun! Nee...
How-To & Education - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 11:42:29

77. Salt Dough Maps News!

How-To & Education - Fri, 19 Mar 2010 07:42:23

78. How to Make a Three Square Unfolding Book

This is a tiny book that opens up BIG. In fact, it's so big that some people call it an explosion book or a squash book! Okay, I'm not going to lie. This minibook is a bit difficult to make because it involves some origami folds. BUT it's really cool! You take three squares of the same size, any...
How-To & Education - Sun, 07 Mar 2010 12:55:16

79. Picasso Artist Study News!

Study the artwork of a modern artist whose very name has come to mean a masterpiece of art-- "a Picasso." If your children have been studying more traditional artists, the works of Picasso may be a most welcome change of style. Dabble into the artistic schools of Cubism and Collage as you repro...
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:48:18

80. President Barack Obama Lapbook

Celebrate President's Day or Black History Month (or both!) with a study of our current president -- Barack Obama! Read about our 44th president and make a lapbook to record what you learn.
How-To & Education - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:57:02

81. How to Make a Shadow Puppet Theater News!

Making shadow puppets with your hands has been a pastime since the earliest of times as men sat around an open fire. Dress it up a bit by designing a small puppet theater and cardboard shadow puppets. Then dim the lights and treat your family and friends to some entertaining performances. Making...
How-To & Education - Mon, 22 Mar 2010 05:31:18

82. Tangrams

Tangrams are geometry made into 3D, creative fun! Print off some paper tangrams or make your own from craft foam. Then put on your visual-spatial thinking cap as you discover how to arrange the tiles to make animals, people, or objects. Put away the math workbook and play with tangrams for your ...
How-To & Education - Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:04:50

83. BF History of the Horse Unit Study

Welcome to my curriculum review of The History of the Horse. We just started this material on March 2, 2009, so this is a work in progress. But feel free to poke around and come back later. Buying homeschool curriculum is a huge decision. Not only is it a large investment in money, but the respo...
How-To & Education - Sat, 06 Mar 2010 05:08:50

84. Shakespeare Animated Tales Video Showcase News!

Shakespeare: The Animated Tales is a BBC television program of 12 episodes, each episode showing an animated half-hour adaptation of one of Shakespeare's plays. These shows are a great way for children to experience Shakespeare's stories and become familiar with the classic plot lines. Then when...
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:47:03

85. Math Notebooking News!

Whether you call them math notebooks or math journals, writing about math and documenting math activities are a great way to cement mathematical understanding. And along the way, you're creating a wonderful record of your math studies that can be useful for portfolios or homeschool evaluations. ...
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 18:12:31

86. Hands-on Fractions News!

Understanding fractions is a critical foundation of math learning. But despite their daily frequency in our lives, math with fractions can be difficult to grasp. Not surprisingly, research shows that to master fractions, students need multiple opportunities to practice with many varied representa...
How-To & Education - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:28:42

87. Science Notebooking News!

If you're new to notebooking, you'll discover that science is a great topic to begin with. Because science is so broad and lends itself to a variety of methods of expression such as charts, diagrams, paragraphs, and photos, it's perfect for notebooking. Read on for more ways to jump into science ...
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:37:28

88. Bible Notebooking

How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:49:34

89. Bach Composer Study

Anyone using Charlotte Mason styled composer study is sure to encounter Johann Sebastian Bach at some point. Although more famous in his lifetime as an organist than as a composer, Bach is considered today to be one of the primary Baroque composers of Western music. Let the music of Bach fill you...
How-To & Education - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 05:03:08

90. Transitioning to Living Math News!

Yes, it's hard. Very, very hard to set aside the workbook and orderly math progression through an outlined curriculum and shift to what seems to be a messy, random bunch of games and hands-on activities. You love the concept of living math. You know that it's fun. You even know that your childre...
How-To & Education - Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:30:51

91. Vermeer Artist Study

How-To & Education - Sat, 20 Mar 2010 14:32:04

92. 100 Strangers: a Photography Project

Photography is an art. However, there are skill sets that can be learned and honed as you strive to improve your photography. And of course, like any skill or talent, practice is crucial. The 100 Strangers Project offers a great way to motivate yourself to work on street photography skills as wel...
DIY & Hobbies - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 11:14:57

93. Charlotte Mason on Math

Although modern CM practitioners use the term "living math," you will see that it is not in her original writings.She did talk repeatedly about "living books," and obviously the term living has been carried over to the learning of math. Charlotte Mason did refer to the "living teaching" of math ...
How-To & Education - Sun, 21 Mar 2010 06:51:40

94. Tchaikovsky Composer Study

Remember the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies? Even if you think you don't, I'm positive that you do! Listen to this midi file and you'll instantly recognize the tune. That famous piece was written by Tchaikovsky as part of The Nutcracker ballet. Peter Tchaikovsky lived from 1840 - 189...
How-To & Education - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 12:43:49

95. Preparing for a Trip to an Art Museum

No amount of studying art from books or computer screens can substitute for seeing actual pieces in a museum. So visiting an art museum is a wonderful complement to a Charlotte Mason styled artist study regardless of which artist you are currently studying. Furthermore, taking your children to a...
How-To & Education - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 12:54:12

96. Curriculum I've Used

Here's an overview of what we've done for homeschool from kindergarten until now (currently wrapping up 4th grade). You can see our curriculum choices, philosophy changes, favorite books, and a good dose of crafts and fun. I even include some possible future choices. If you're looking for curric...
How-To & Education - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 03:54:12

97. Charlotte Mason Quotes About Nature News!

Charlotte Mason loved nature and felt that children should be outdoors among nature as much as possible each day, directly observing plants, animals, weather, and seasons. Many homeschoolers follow a Charlotte Mason style of education and incorporate nature study into their learning. Taking regul...
How-To & Education - Sat, 06 Mar 2010 07:14:58

98. Charlotte Mason on the Bible News!

Charlotte Mason had a lot to say about educating children. What did she think of the Bible? Was it important to her that children read the Bible? In fact, she had high regard for Scripture and thought that all children should be familiar with its stories and be molded by its moral instruction. B...
How-To & Education - Sat, 06 Mar 2010 07:14:07

99. Charlotte Mason Quotes News!

Charlotte Mason was an educator in England who lived from 1842 to 1923. Her educational philosophy, called the Charlotte Mason method, is used by many modern homeschoolers. Here is a collection of quotes by Miss Mason on these topics: How Children Learn Teaching Children Books and Reading Narra...
How-To & Education - Sat, 06 Mar 2010 07:10:46

100. John James Audubon Artist Study News!

How-To & Education - Sat, 20 Mar 2010 15:05:39

101. Top Ten Cures for the Homeschool Blahs

Despite the joy we homeschool moms find in educating our children at home, there can be boring days where it feels that we're just going through the motions. We feel it, and the children feel it too! If we don't address that boredom, lethargy can set in. And later it may turn into full blown bur...
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:00:42

102. Composer Study -- Charlotte Mason Style

How-To & Education - Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:54:11

103. Homemade Chicken Croquettes

Croquettes are small rounded foods usually made of minced meat, fish, or vegetable coated with egg and bread crumbs and deep-fried. They are commonly served with a cream or tomato sauce, but they are equally good plain. Do you know how to say "croquette?" Click here for the pronunciation. My mo...
Food & Cooking - Sun, 07 Mar 2010 08:27:01

104. A Trip to a Chinese Wet Market

Although there are modern supermarkets in China, the absolutely freshest meat and vegetables are to be found at the open air wet markets. I'm going to take you on a virtual field trip to some wet markets in ordinary Chinese towns. Put on some sturdy shoes to keep your feet out of the slop, grab ...
Travel - Sun, 07 Mar 2010 08:39:26

105. Celebrate National Dictionary Day! News!

October 16, the birthday of Noah Webster, is Dictionary Day in America. Show your appreciation for this most useful of reference books by celebrating Dictionary Day with your children --learn some new words, learn how dictionaries came to be, spruce up your dictionary skills, or even create your ...
How-To & Education - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:51:07

106. Chemistry Lapbook News!

How-To & Education - Mon, 15 Mar 2010 04:31:57

107. Oreo the Homeschool Cat

Duels! - Sat, 20 Mar 2010 14:44:26

108. Homemade Calzone

Food & Cooking - Wed, 17 Mar 2010 10:10:43

109. Top 6 Reasons to Use Hands-on Projects

Board games, dice, dominoes, cards, arts and crafts, science experiments, nature walks and nature journaling, lapbooking, making models and dioramas, making costumes and acting -- these are all hands-on activities that can be used in education. Hands-on learning is advocated by homeschoolers of ...
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:12:37

110. Printables for Mathematicians Are People Too

Biographies are a mainstay of a living books curriculum. Therefore biographies of mathematicians are a key part of living approach to math. In my transition to living math, I bought the book, Mathematicians Are People, Too. It is composed of 15 chapters, each recounting a specific incident from ...
How-To & Education - Fri, 05 Mar 2010 18:27:18

111. Celebrate the Peanut -- A Unit Study News!

The average American consumes more than six pounds of peanuts and peanut butter products each year. WOW! Americans love to snack on peanuts. In fact, four of the top 10 candy bars manufactured in the USA contain peanuts or peanut butter. Because of their popularity and versatility, peanuts contr...
How-To & Education - Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:38:24

112. Mozart Composer Study

Mozart is often one of the first composers chosen for a Charlotte Mason styled composer study. He is considered one of the best known and best loved composers of all time. And the fact that he began performing and writing music at such a young age is sure to be an inspiration to your children. Le...
How-To & Education - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 12:50:44

113. Teaching Writing without (BUYING) a Writing Curriculum

Finding a writing curriculum can be difficult and expensive. But it doesn't have to be. Actually, as long as you have an English usage manual or two, you don't need a writing curriculum at all. You simply need to practice writing! Repeated experience writing and editing your writing is the best ...
How-To & Education - Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:41:50

114. Sentence Patterns News!

Sentences are the first goal in writing, and although they may be compared to baby steps, they are not just for the young grades. Even adult authors need to know the different ways to craft sentences and to combine sentences. There are rules that govern sentence building, and amazingly there are...
How-To & Education - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 09:52:43

115. Winter Promise American Story 2 Links

How-To & Education - Wed, 17 Mar 2010 08:01:38

116. Best Homeschooling Blogs News!

How-To & Education - Wed, 17 Mar 2010 09:57:59

117. Dragon in the Sky Shadow Puppet Theater in Beijing News!

In 2009, we took a family vacation to Beijing. Our ten year old daughter "Sprite" is old enough to enjoy the architecture and to appreciate the history of the typical Beijing sites, but we also wanted some kid-friendly activities especially for her. Going to the Dragon in the Sky Shadow Puppet Th...
Travel - Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:46:58

118. Guiseppe Verdi Composer Study

Choosing Giuseppe Verdi for your homeschool composer study will add the variety of opera to your music curriculum. In his lifetime (1813 1901), Verdi composed 28 operas! And those operas have continued to be loved right through modern days. In fact, on the list of top 20 operas performed in Ameri...
How-To & Education - Sun, 07 Mar 2010 09:22:28

119. What Do I Need to Get Started With Lapbooking?

If you're ready to take the plunge to use lapbooks in your curriculum, you should evaluate your resources. Do you have what you need to do it well? Where do you store your craft and art supplies? Do you have the essentials for lapbooking? Do you know about some extras that can make your lapbookin...
How-To & Education - Sat, 06 Mar 2010 07:25:47

120. Learning and Teaching Math Headquarters News!

How-To & Education - Sat, 20 Mar 2010 14:55:38

121. Charlotte Mason Homeschooling Headquarters

Welcome to Charlotte Mason Homeschooling! This group features lenses that help homeschoolers implement Charlotte Mason's philosophy in all areas including narration, living books, poetry, Shakespeare, timelines, living math, composer study, artist study, and nature study. We hope that you fin...
How-To & Education - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 13:03:57

122. Learn About China Headquarters

Here you will find a potpourri of lenses all highlighting the Middle Kingdom-- China. Come learn about China! Each lens here teaches something about China -- the land, the culture, the language, the food, the people, the history, and so on. All lenses are family friendly and top quality. I've...
How-To & Education - Sat, 06 Mar 2010 05:55:59

123. Teaching Art Headquarters

Welcome to Teaching Art -- a collection of excellent resources to inspire and guide you as you educate children in the arts. Whether you want to teach sketching or to design a unit study about a specific artist, this page will guide you in the right direction.
How-To & Education - Mon, 22 Mar 2010 07:38:46

124. How to Make a Christingle

Christingles are a traditional Christmas craft that are both simple and frugal. The materials are not expensive and most of them can be eaten or otherwise used. Best of all, the Christingle is a distinctly Christian craft, displaying the truth of the holiday season -- Jesus Christ, the Savior of...
How-To & Education - Sat, 13 Mar 2010 13:08:38

125. Hymn Study for Homeschool News!

How-To & Education - Sat, 20 Mar 2010 12:06:41

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