Homeschool View

"And ye became followers of us, and of the Lord" (1 Thessalonians 1:6a).

Who are the role models in your child's life? Do they wish to emulate movie stars, sports heroes, or rock stars? Homeschooled children are no different from other children. They also can gravitate toward today's personalities and assimilate their qualities and characteristics. However, the people who stand out in the media often reflect values and beliefs far different from those we wish to see in our children....

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When the snow is blowing and it's freezing outside, what's more appealing to a household of hungry homeschoolers than a delicious plate of hot, steaming pasta? Sure to satisfy on a cold winter's night, this kid-tested, easy-to-make homemade spaghetti and meatball recipe is not only a great way to feed the crowd at your house, but also a fun way to get them involved in the cooking process....

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Ready to learn more ways to prepare your homeschooler for college? In addition to praying, choosing the right high school courses, keeping accurate transcripts, finding the best college, and taking college prep entrance tests, as mentioned in Part I in the December 2008 Homeschool View™, here are five more important steps involving financial aid, student loans, scholarships, and more to continue your countdown to college:...

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How important is penmanship in your homeschool? In today's world of computers, video streaming, text messages, and emails, most of us think of handwriting as an unnecessary course of study. However, according to a recent article at washingtonpost.com, new studies show that "the neurological process that directs thought, through fingers, into written symbols is a highly sophisticated one. Several academic studies have found that good handwriting skills at a young age can help children express their thoughts better — a lifelong benefit." In fact, children with good handwriting tend to feel more confident, have an organized approach to learning, and enhance their ability to communicate effectively....

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Looking for a fun activity to get you and your children motivated to start homeschooling after the holiday season? Alpha Omega Publications® (AOP) has the perfect competition with our Spot the Character Builders Contest. Open to any age and easy to play, this "where-on-the-website" contest provides your family with a unique opportunity to win a FREE, fully animated DVD of your very own from the Character Builders™ set....

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"She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness. Her children arise up, and call her blessed" (Proverbs 31:26, 28a).

"Let's go, Mom! Everyone is waiting for us in the car," cried my daughter, as she ran out the door for the Christmas Eve program at church. I smiled at her enthusiasm and thought back to days when I was a young girl looking forward to Christmas. My Christmases were filled with visiting relatives, eating oyster stew, snacking on chocolate covered cherries, attending Christmas programs at church, and opening gifts knee-deep in paper with my family of nine. However, of all my Christmas memories, perhaps the most cherished were the times spent beforehand with my mother, as we wrapped gifts for our entire family....

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Decorating your homeschool for the holidays? Homemade Christmas snow globes are inexpensive, easy-to-make winter crafts that are especially fun for children. Great to give as homemade Christmas gifts or keep for your own decorations, these snow globes capture the fascination of people of all ages....

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Hard to believe, isn't it? The years have flown by quickly, and soon your homeschooler will be facing the next big question in his life: What to do after high school? According to recent research reports on homeschooled adults by Dr. Brian D. Ray, "Over 74% of home-educated adults ages 18-24 have taken college-level courses." If this statistic also holds true in your family, chances are high that your child will want to continue fueling his education by attending college....

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You're nearing the mid-year point of the homeschool year. The holidays are upon you, and you're probably losing your homeschoolers' attentions, as the excitement of Christmas gets closer. Wondering what you can do to keep them motivated, especially when it comes to teaching each day's math lessons? Why not take a break from math worksheets and add a special sparkle to your elementary math studies with these fun-filled, Christmas math ideas:...

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