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Reading Study Guide: I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings

For Students 8th - 11th
Meant for use with Maya Angelou's first autobiographical volume I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, the materials here are designed for a homeschool setting, but they'd suit any classroom or text. Graphic organizers, chapter summary guides,...
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Math Games for Upper Elementary Students

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Keeping skills sharp doesn't have to be a chore. It can be done with math games.
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A Modern Spin on Ancient Greece Using Percy Jackson

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Rick Riordan's books provide a wonderful platform for the study of mythology.
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Literature Study Guide: To Kill a Mockingbird

For Students 7th - 9th
Teaching tools designed to support student-centered literature study. Geared toward homeschoolers reading Harper Lee's book To Kill a Mockingbird, I would use these in my classroom. The materials are applicable to any text: graphic...
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Cure for a Flat February

For Teachers Pre-K - 8th
By incorporating one or two creative changes into your daily routine, you can bring positive vitality to colorless February days. Here are some great ideas to try in your classroom this Valentine's Day!
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Back to Homeschool Coloring Page

For Students 1st - 2nd
In this back to school activity, students color a detailed picture of a backpack with school supplies. The words on the backpack say "Back to Homeschool".
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Homeschooling Chronicles - Sibling Bonding

For Teachers 1st - 6th
When siblings homeschool together, the bonding really begins.
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Homeschooling Chronicles - How to Start Homeschooling

For Teachers K - 6th
It can be overwhelming when you start homeschooling. These are just a few ideas to get a person started on that journey.
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Homeschooling Chronicles - Putting Together a Co-op

For Teachers K - 8th
Co-ops are a great way to bring homeschoolers to learn together in a group.
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Homeschooling Chronicles - Top 10 Field Trip Tips

For Teachers 1st - 6th
These field trip planning tips can benefit everyone.
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Homeschooling Chronicles - Snow Days

For Teachers 1st - 6th
A homeschooling family can take advantage of snow days for both fun and educational opportunities.
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Establishing a School Calendar for Homeschooling

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Many families are searching for the way to create the best school year set up for their family.
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Homeschooling

For Students 1st - 5th
In this homeschooling website, parents have access to a variety of topics and lessons. Parents can browse topics, print worksheets, and read about homeschool methods and current issues.
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Homeschooling

For Students 1st - 5th
In this homeschooling website, parents have access to a variety of topics and lessons. Parents can browse topics, print worksheets, and read about homeschool methods and current issues.
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Cato Institute

Cato: Homeschooling: Back to the Future? [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A thoughtful look at the growing phenomenon of homeschooling in America. Article looks at the possible reasons for this trend, methods, and driving forces.
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Getting Started in Homeschooling: The First Ten Steps

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Here are some considerations to ponder concerning homeschooling for your children. Author lists the benefits of homeschool as she sees them.
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Washington Homeschool Organization

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Washington Homeschool Organization uses its webpage to provide information on homeschooling rationales, finding support groups, finding community resources, and on legal issues related to homeschooling. The materials provided are...
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Washington Homeschool Organization

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Washington Homeschool Organization uses its webpage to provide information on homeschooling rationales, finding support groups, finding community resources, and on legal issues related to homeschooling. The materials provided are...
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Va Homeschoolers

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Virginia homeschoolers can find information on styles of homeschooling, homeschooling resources, Virginia laws regarding homeschooling, homeschool support groups, and much more. The bookstore section offers reviews of dozens of books...
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Homeschooling

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
This encyclopedia entry on homeschooling covers all facets of this form of education including potential motivations for homeschooling, public opinions, laws, methods, results and resources.
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Family Unschoolers Network

For Students 9th - 10th
Organization that promotes the methodology of unschooling.
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Family Unschoolers Network

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Organization that promotes the methodology of unschooling.
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Natural Child: What Is Unschooling?

For Students Pre-K - 1st
A comprehensive article that explains the philosophy of "unschooling."
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A to Z Home's Cool

A to Z Home's School: Money Matters

For Students 6th - 8th
This homeschooling resource contains useful links to lessons for children about money and economics.