Tag: Science

Gardening is not only a relaxing hobby but can also be an exceptional learning opportunity for students. Here are some of the easy learning opportunities available in your home garden for students from preschool to high school. Starting Your Homeschool Garden You don’t need acreage or even a backyard to start a small garden! Find […]

Welcome to the curious calendar anomaly that is the leap year, a year that occurs every four years to balance our earthly orbit and keep our calendars running smoothly. This quirk in timekeeping has fascinated cultures through the ages, sparking unusual traditions, mathematical conundrums, and scientific discoveries. In this deep dive into leap year lore, […]

What does STEM really mean? STEM is not just an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math; it is a method of learning about and through these distinct but closely-connected fields. Both in and out of the classroom, STEM education aims to develop the creative problem solving and collaboration skills required by real-world problems in […]

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

It’s not every family that would switch to homeschooling in the middle of their child’s senior year of high school amidst a pandemic. But that’s exactly what one family did this past school year. And recent homeschool grad and Time4Learning user Zoi’ thrived because of it! Back to Homeschool Thankfully, homeschooling wasn’t completely unfamiliar to […]

Advances in technology have allowed for the development of online education, and the pandemic has accelerated its usage; however, student engagement in online learning can be a challenge. Good news! There are ways to help your kids thrive during remote learning. Why is student engagement important? When online learning takes the form of repetitive lessons […]

Research shows that including STEM into a child’s curricula can activate a lifelong interest in science and even has the potential to direct their future career. Because they are already so curious about the world, it isn’t difficult for parents and teachers to steer a student’s interest and wonder toward the intricacies of how the […]

Each component of STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) offers students a world of learning opportunities and opens the door to tons of career options.  The ‘T’ in  STEM aims to help students become more familiar with technology, whether it’s a device or program. Activities using technology can help your student become more comfortable when working […]

By now you may be familiar with the acronym STEM, standing for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Its popularity in the homeschooling community has grown significantly, as more parents are turning toward these subjects to prepare their children for high school and the future job market. For this first section, we will be concentrating on […]

Project-based learning (PBL) has been around for at least several centuries. Many trace its beginnings to John Dewey, an American educator and philosopher, and his 1897 book “My Pedagogical Creed.” In it, he proposed the concept of ‘learning by doing’ and making students active, rather than passive learners. Others trace the origins of PBL even […]

The purpose of science education is for students to understand and interpret the natural systems of the world around them. Science is driven by curiosity and reasoning and is much more than the memorization of scientists, theories, and formulas. The education of science encourages problem solving and collaboration. With that in mind you’ll want to […]

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 […]

There are many ways to prevent homeschool burnout: field trips, a new curriculum, a different schedule or change of scenery. In our house, we incorporate LEGO® into our homeschooling activities from time to time, so when another homeschool mom gave me the idea to use them to reverse homeschool burnout, I was all about it. […]

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) pervades our lives — from the roads and bridges that take us from point A to point B every day to calculating our budget for our grocery store list. Not only is STEM a big driver of our global economy, but it continuously generates new career opportunities for men […]

It’s the start of the homeschool year and you want your child to be on top of their math and science game! Be sure to add some hands-on activities in your homeschool schedule to keep your students engaged. Below are several ideas to get you started: Hands-On Science Activities Grab a few items from your […]