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Bible Memory: Romans 3:23
Here are 5 printables to help with memorizing Romans 3:23: Fill In The Blanks – Gradually learn the verse by filling in the missing words Cut Apart Puzzle – Cut apart the verse, mix it up and put it back in correct order Write and Draw – Copy the verse and express your thoughts […]
Bible Memory: 1 Corinthians 10:31
This is the first of the Bible Memory Packs from Homeschool Roundup! We hope to be posting these with some regularity, as we know that a decent percentage of those who choose to homeschool incorporate Bible into their schoolwork. This set is for memorizing 1 Corinthians 10:13 and contains 5 sheets: Fill In The Blanks […]
Curriculum Review: Math U See
“We love how each level covers a math concept tip to tail for mastery before moving on to the next.”
Christmas Lesson Roundup
Christmas is around the corner! Here are some lesson ideas to add some holiday cheer to your schoolwork!
Online & Computer Based Curriculum
There are so many great online resources for homeschooling. Following is a growing list of online resources to check out as you consider sourcing curriculum for your children: What online and computer based programs have you used? Let us know in the comments so we can add them to the list!
Curriculum Review: Horizons Math
Choosing a math curriculum (or any curriculum for that matter!) can be difficult. There are many good choices and I had a hard time making a final decision because ideally I wanted to choose something and stick with it for the duration. We came close to using Math-U-See and I’m sure we would have been […]
Traditional Homeschool Method
This approach mimics what happens in the public school classroom. It compartmentalizes subject areas, uses textbooks, and relies on teacher-driven content. Focus is on the national (or private institution’s) standards Involves lectures, grade-level textbooks, workbooks, drill and memorization, practice problems and review, testing, and grades Lots of reading and writing Full school day Goal is […]
Unschooling Method
Based on the teachings of John Holt, unschooling allows children to take control of their educational choices. Unschooling is student-directed instead of teacher-directed. Unschoolers often take issue with the current, expert-based education system, choosing instead to trust the individual’s ability to guide their own education by following their interests. Focus on a child’s natural desire […]
Enrich your child’s education
The wonderful thing about homeschooling is the freedom to enrich our child’s education through various activities, field trips, clubs, sports, lessons and other activities. There are so many things to choose from, depending on the size of community you live in. As content grows here on Homeschool Roundup, we will cover many different ideas for […]
Field Trip Ideas
Here is a giant list of field trip ideas. We’d love it if you’d add your ideas in the comments! Museums – Art, Nature, Science, Sculpture, etc. Symphony Orchestra – many city orchestras have school performances Nature Center/Arboretum Planetarium Zoos and Aquariums Animal Rescue Facilities Theater performances such as plays and operas Tour a local […]
