From the impossibly large to the impossibly small, our God designed it all. But it can be hard to study and observe the characteristics of objects at either of these extremes. That’s why we create models to help us out. And how much more exciting is it if our models are something we like to […]
Homeschool Terms Explained
Just like people in a specialized business or career field, homeschoolers can sometimes have their own special language. For example, there are homeschool terms for styles and for particular tools. If you’re considering homeschooling or haven’t been homeschooling for very long, these terms may still be a mystery to you. Here are some popular homeschool […]
And Then . . . Story Prompts and How to Use Them
Some people are writers; some people aren’t. And some people learn to be writers. If you have a budding writer in your home but aren’t a natural or learned writer yourself, you may find it difficult to help your child cultivate this skill. One tool you might consider using is story prompts. What Is a […]
Loving Your Homeschool Pets
Did you know that today, February 20, is national Love Your Pet Day? It’s also the perfect day to bring your homeschool pets in on the learning. In October last year, BJU Press invited you to share photos of your homeschool experience with us in the Homeschool in Action Photo Challenge (see more photos in […]
Activity: Changing the States of Matter
As adults, we often forget that our experiences have helped us understand how God’s creation works. Your children are still looking for those experiences. For example, how many of us have heard about a child who has misheard a hymn so that the lyrics don’t make any sense? Children may hear “when the roll is […]
Repurposing Leftovers: Crayons and Chocolate
If you decide to do the changing states of matter activity with your children, you may find yourself with leftover bits of crayon and chocolate. You could throw it all away and move on, but some of us have the old adage “waste not, want not” echoing in our heads. Here are some great ideas […]
First Ladies Who Led the Nation
President’s Day is coming up in a few days, so now’s a good time to honor some of the lesser-known but no less influential people in American history—our First Ladies. While presidents often become a driving force for political changes, First Ladies have taken the lead in social changes. Though some of these women were […]