Homeschool-Activities Blog

Make Your Own Board Game For Kids

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 17:27:43 GMT

Make your own board game for free and learn homeschool math along the way! Kids love inventing their own games to play.

Free Crafts Newsletter Out This Sunday

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:42:57 GMT

Have fun with friendship bracelets, dream catchers, easy tie dye and even making bath bombs!

Just sign up for your free copy.

The Cons Of Homeschooling Children

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:44:36 GMT

The cons of homeschooling as revealed by homeschool parents. What are the disadvantages? And what makes it all worthwhile?

Valentine Crafts For Kids: Easy, Fun Activities To Celebrate The Day

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:05:29 GMT

Valentine crafts for kids are a great excuse for some easy and fun activities! Come and make hearts and flowers look beautiful with the magic of chromatography.

Eclectic Homeschooling: The Magpie Method

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:41:12 GMT

The eclectic homeschooling method lets you adopt a magpie approach and choose whatever learning style suits your child best.

Writing Worksheets For Home Schooling

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:05:28 GMT

Free printable story writing worksheets for home schooling. Beautifully illustrated, these creative writing ideas help inspire kids of all ages.

Happy New Year

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 15:37:50 GMT

The dinosaurs are coming this Sunday in my free newsletter. Plenty to enjoy - just subscribe for your copy.

Happy Christmas

Sat, 24 Dec 2011 10:22:27 GMT

Happy homeschool Christmas! The dinosaurs will be arriving in my free January newsletter and I'm busy bribing Catherine with mince pies to get her to illustrate some homeschool story writing worksheets for you. So all good things to come in the New Year... In the meantime, I hope you have a very happy Christmas.

How Do I Home School My Child?

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 11:41:21 GMT

I can answer the question: How to home school my child? from both sides because I was taught at home myself and I'm now homeschooling my own kids.

What Is Homeschooling Like?

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 13:44:45 GMT

If you're wondering what is homeschooling, come and see! As a second generation homeschool family I can reassure you that it's a journey well worth taking.

Homeschool Worksheets

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 10:28:44 GMT

Just to say that I am in the process of designing some free homeschool worksheets as they are so popular among many families. So sorry for the slight delay in getting new stuff out; I need to work out how to make the worksheets and that is taking a little time! Hope you enjoyed our Christmas newsletter.

A History Of Homeschooling

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 11:27:49 GMT

You might view school differently if you consider that the history of homeschooling shows us that kids used to be mainly educated at home.

Free Printable Christmas Card

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 09:42:40 GMT

If you'd like Catherine's robin Christmas card, just sign up for our free newsletter - Christmas issue out this Sunday.

Homeschool High School: Homeschooling For High School Students

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 13:31:58 GMT

Can you homeschool high school? I'm doing just that so I can help you see the pros and cons, get help and find homeschooling resources.

Christmas Newsletter

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 10:18:57 GMT

Turning my thoughts to Christmas! Seems early, but I want you to have time to enjoy my free newsletter, especially as we're giving away a Christmas card to go with it. It'll be out a week early on Sunday Dec 4th and you'll find lots of ideas for festive math and science as well as lots of fun games and crafts. SIGN UP now!

Easy Kids Science Experiments

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 17:31:44 GMT

Try our easy kids science experiments for home school. Make a volcano, grow sugar crystals, try our silly putty recipe and dissect an owl pellet.

FREE Robots Newsletter Out This Sunday

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 17:17:12 GMT

Don't forget to SIGN UP for my FREE newsletter out this Sunday.

Build a robot out of a toothbrush, travel to the bottom of the Mariana Trench in a robot submersible and pilot a Mars rover!

Growing Sugar Crystals: Rock Candy Experiment

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 15:36:10 GMT

Growing sugar crystals is a great way to enjoy a rock candy experiment you can eat! Watch your crystal tree grow and try lemon flavor candy!

The Benefits Of Homeschooling: Why Home School?

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 13:17:45 GMT

If you want proof of the benefits of homeschooling, I'm in the rare position of seeing home school from both sides - as a child myself and as a teacher to my children.

Owl Pellet Activity For Kids

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 10:50:30 GMT

Owls are amazing and our owl pellet dissection activity for kids gives you a fascinating chance to explore their lives from the inside.

Silly Putty Recipe

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 09:21:25 GMT

Our silly putty recipe for kids is one of those easy science experiments which is simple to learn how to make and perfect for home school science.

Free Online Homeschooling

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 15:06:06 GMT

You can make great use of free online homeschooling by using free printable worksheets and homeschool resources. See our guide to the best.

Thanksgiving Activities For Kids: Crafts

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 16:12:49 GMT

Thanksgiving activities for kids are a great chance to enjoy fun crafts. Try our ideas for everything from a beautiful tree to a play dough recipe turkey!

Free Homeschooling Worksheets: Homeschool Printables

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 12:46:25 GMT

Finding free homeschooling worksheets to help with homeschool is easy with our guide to the best printables around.

Geography Games For Kids

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:25:52 GMT

Geography games are a great way to teach geography for kids and have fun with map reading activities.

Free Printable Math Worksheets

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 13:21:08 GMT

There are lots of free printable math worksheets around which are also great for homeschool, and I've done my best to find you the best!

Free Homeschool Worksheets: Homeschooling Printables

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 20:20:51 GMT

Great free homeschool worksheets and printables plus a homeschooling guide to the best you can get.

Free Homeschooling Resources

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 08:45:38 GMT

Our guide to the best free homeschooling resources and sites online gives you links to useful materials that make learning fun.

ART FOR ALL October Newsletter

Sat, 01 Oct 2011 08:24:14 GMT

Really pleased because I've found some great things for the October Art For All Newsletter. Try cloud painting, make your own graffiti art or take a virtual visit to an art gallery. It's FREE and there's still time to sign up!

Halloween Craft Ideas And Activities

Sat, 01 Oct 2011 08:20:44 GMT

If you're fed up with Halloween craft ideas and activities that are horrible and revolting, try our wholesome crafts for kids celebrating with bat mobiles and pumpkins.

Kids Craft Ideas And Projects

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 16:12:03 GMT

Fun kids craft ideas and art projects from making a Zoo to building an ocean diorama and making robots with recycled crafts.

Home School Ideas

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 09:46:30 GMT

Our home school ideas and activities will keep you happy all year round. From wind streamers in summer to Christmas math activities, see how homeschool is fun for all seasons.

Outdoor Crafts: Wood Craft For Kids

Sat, 17 Sep 2011 16:32:11 GMT

Outdoor crafts are a fantastic opportunity to enjoy wood crafts for kids. From tracking animals to learning how to start a fire, nature is the best teacher.

Fall Crafts For Kids: Activities

Sat, 10 Sep 2011 09:15:22 GMT

Fall crafts for kids is the perfect way to enjoy the nature around you with fun art and craft activities. Set up a nature table, try leaf rubbing and make an autumn collage.

Homeschooling Quotes, Encouragement and Humor

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 19:29:31 GMT

Homeschooling quotes and humor can give just the encouragement you need. Come and add memories of the favorite funny things your child has said so we can share a smile.

Woops! September Newsletter

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 12:48:36 GMT

Sorry - I was working on my Dragons Newsletter and I pressed the RSS Blog button by mistake! Anyhow, you now know it will be out on the second Sunday in September...

You can get it by subscribing to my newsletter and you'll get a FREE GIFT of dragon coloring pages in this month's issue.

Dragon Coloring Pages: Printable

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:40:09 GMT

When it comes to dragon coloring pages, look at these brilliant printable sheets Catherine's drawn. She's taught herself art so she knows exactly what kids like.

Recycled Crafts Ideas: How To Build A Robot For Kids

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 15:20:19 GMT

When it comes to recycled crafts ideas, showing kids how to build a robot from junk is a winner! Catherine tells you how to make her robot droid using bits from the trash can.

Building Robot Droids: Recycled Crafts For Kids

Sat, 20 Aug 2011 13:57:06 GMT

Building robot droids out of junk is a perfect way to create amazing recycled crafts for kids. See how to build your own robot with spray bottle bodies and coat hanger tails.

Homeschooling Help, Info And Advice

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 16:00:43 GMT

Do you need some free homeschooling help, info and support? Check out the Homeschool Agony Aunt for frequently asked questions and advice.

Newsletter OUT NOW

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 12:51:20 GMT

My first FREE newsletter is out! Explorers in the Rainforest has activities for ALL AGES, from making a blowpipe to watching Ray Mears build a shelter in the rainforest.

How To Make A Volcano

Sat, 13 Aug 2011 12:35:26 GMT

Learning how to make a volcano model is one of our favorite easy science experiments for home school. Invite your kids friends over and have fun!

Chocolate Fudge Recipe: How To Make The Best

Sat, 06 Aug 2011 15:19:54 GMT

If you want to learn how to make our chocolate fudge recipe and prove that homeschooling really is fun, come and watch William show you the best treat ever.

FREE NEWSLETTER LAUNCH

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 10:17:13 GMT

Just time for you to SUBSCRIBE to my FREE Newsletter with activities for all ages. My launch issue will focus on the RAINFORESTS - watch out for a rainforest diorama and much more!

Homeschool Writing Curriculum

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 18:01:09 GMT

If you're looking for a homeschool writing curriculum which covers grammar and literature and helps your child pass exams, I'm giving Catherine's course five home school stars!

Disadvantages Of Homeschooling Education

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 14:59:19 GMT

As a second generation home school family, I can point out the disadvantages of homeschooling from experience and see what negative effects you might consider.

Play Dough Recipe: Playdough Toddler Crafts

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 09:16:21 GMT

Our homemade play dough recipe is easy and great for toddler crafts. Learn how to make our homeschool playdough and see ideas for fun activities.

Lapbook Homeschool

Sun, 17 Jul 2011 10:46:42 GMT

A lapbook is a fantastic way for your kids to have fun showing off what they know, especially when they're making our homeschool favorites on dinosaurs and rainforests.

Lapbooks

Sat, 16 Jul 2011 09:52:01 GMT

See our homeschool top tips for how to make great lapbooks for kids with lots of ideas for exciting activities from dragons to ocean creatures.

Math-U-See Homeschool Curriculum Review

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 09:52:12 GMT

I was introduced to the Math-U-See homeschool math curriculum over a decade ago. It has been one that I have used extensively, almost religiously at times.