Emily

I'm a home educator living in the mid-Atlantic with my husband and two kids. I share tips, practical ideas, and resources to help lead and love well through homeschooling.

Homeschooling Pre-Algebra & Beyond with Mr. D Math

Is pre-algebra coming to a homeschool near you in the coming months? If so, Mr. D Math has you covered!

Something about homeschool and high school math seems unthinkable to many people. All homeschool parents aren’t math rockstars, but it’s pretty ridiculous that one of the biggest arguments against homeschooling is the possibility that our kids won’t have a chance to excel in the upper levels of math. What the naysayers don’t understand is that you can successfully

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Using CTC Math with Early Learners

CTC Math - A Strong Math Foundation for Early Learners

Math is a four-letter word that intimidates homeschool parents like no other, but I’m glad it doesn’t have to be that way.  Your children can build a strong math foundation from the beginning of the homeschool journey while you barely lift a finger.  I received a free CTC Math membership and was compensated for my time.  I wasn’t required

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Our 10 Must-Haves for Homeschool Art

Our 10 Must-Haves for Homeschool Art

Art is a big deal in our homeschool.  Between art appreciation, art classes, and art for fun, my kids are used to having great art supplies available for their projects.  Today we’re looking at their must-have supplies for homeschool art. (Post contains affiliate links; see disclosure for details.) We’ve experimented with our share of art resources

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Introducing Famous Artists Through Picture Books

Introducing Famous Artists Through Picture Books

Both of my kids love learning about art and experimenting with it.  Unfortunately, the five-year age difference between them makes it tough to teach the same art concepts to both.  That’s why I had to get creative about introducing famous artists to each of them. (Post contains affiliate links; see disclosure for details.) We’re incorporating artist study into my

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