Tag: Holidays

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s activism and his historic and moving speeches have inspired millions throughout the years. Besides being an exceptional orator, Dr. King was also instrumental in significant legislative changes in the United States, including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Voting Rights Act of 1965, the Immigration and Nationality Services Act […]

We have so much to be grateful for this holiday season, especially during these challenging times. Celebrating with your family and friends is important. While many students who attend traditional schools are on break, it shouldn’t mean that learning has to stop too for homeschoolers. Here are some educational holiday activities and themes that will […]

Over the past year, the pandemic has interrupted our children’s lifestyles. Parents have also been left scrambling — fulfilling their kids’ shifting educational and personal needs at a moment’s notice. With the pandemic subsiding a bit, homeschoolers are presented with a wonderful opportunity: a time to refocus during this festive season, not only on their […]

This time of year is always reflective. Gratitude posts make their rounds on social media, and we busily prepare for holiday celebrations with family and friends. As a longtime homeschool mom with a son in high school, I feel especially grateful this holiday season. The past year and a half has shown many of us […]

Has it been a long winter in your homeschool? Do you need something fun and exciting to shake up your routine? Then Dr. Seuss Day on March 2 is a date to mark on your calendar. Nothing breaks up the doldrums like a chance to eat Green Eggs and Ham, dress up like a Fox […]

Cooler weather, holiday treats, and visions of sugar plums are around the next corner. As homeschooling parents, we strive to instill healthy habits in our children. Otherwise, we wouldn’t be so mindful about their education. Keeping up with healthy habits during the holidays, however, isn’t for the faint-hearted. Staying the course in terms of exercise […]

Fall is here! The leaves are falling, the weather is cooler, and pumpkins are everywhere. From arts and crafts to sensory play, Autumn is the best time to engage children in fun learning activities. Our list of fall activities for kids will encourage students to brainstorm, play, improve their critical thinking skills, and more! Fall […]

Celebrate National Military Appreciation Month With These Ideas In 1999, Congress designated May as National Military Appreciation Month. In addition to Memorial Day, Armed Forces Day and Military Spouse Appreciation Day, all of which take place in May, this month-long celebration gives us the opportunity to show our support and gratitude to all the men […]

Blast Off Into Summer Learning on National Astronaut Day Space travel has always fascinated humans. At one time, the thought of exploring the moon and our solar system was a far-fetched idea. Today, the United States has dozens of successful spaceflights under its belt, and the space program has made unprecedented discoveries in the field […]

For some families, March 14th can seem like just an ordinary day. For others, though, 3/14 is more than just a day…in fact, it’s Pi Day! Pi, which is considered a mathematical concept that represents the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter, starts with 3.14 but continues for 2.7 trillion digits! Why is […]

Oh, the thinks you can think when you are a homeschooler celebrating National Reading Month! Every month we try to read at least one new book, but this month we have another excuse to really go all out with reading! It is National Reading Month! I’m getting my kiddos excited about National Reading Month by […]

Is your “to-do” list packed? Will company be arriving to your house in a few short days? Decorations are only beginning to mesh and your shopping list reaches the ground. Although the holiday season is filled with joy, demands seem to be endless and stress, tangible. In the midst of chaos, it is difficult for […]

The first Monday of September in the United States is dedicated to the celebration of the American labor movement and the contributions that workers have made throughout its history. The roots of the commemoration are full of turmoil, however. At the height of the Industrial Revolution of the late 1800s, children as young as six […]

“Independence Day” or “July 4th” — two names for the patriotic holiday set aside for the commemoration of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. On that day, the Continental Congress put the original 13 colonies in motion toward the creation of a new nation — the United States of America. That’s certainly […]

June 14 is Flag Day in the United States. It is a day set aside to celebrate the adoption of our country’s most recognizable symbol. Many nations have a dedicated day to honor their flag, and in the U.S. we chose this date because our flag was first adopted on June 14, 1777. Students are […]