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Meet a Families.com Blogger – Andrea Hermitt!

I’m a homeschooler, and I bop over to the homeschooling blog quite a bit. I find the encouragement I need to keep going from the fun and informative blogs there, and Andrea Hermitt is largely responsible for that wealth of knowledge. Andrea, thanks for taking the time to join me today! How long have you blogged for Families.com? I first began blogging for Families.com in December of 2006. In July 2007, I left to pursue other opportunities, but I could not keep my distance. I returned to Families.com about a week ago. I’m not surprised you couldn’t stay away – … Continue reading →

The Most Talked About Homeschooling Blogs in 2007

This is my annual list of the most talked about blogs in 2007. We love comments, and the more the better! If you have been wanting to peruse the homeschooling blog but weren’t sure where to start. . .this is the place to be! My Top 5 Math Curriculum Picks In Defense of Teaching Creation Too Much Information Homeschooling or Housekeeping? Why We Are Not Testing Our Gifted Son Reason #2 Why Tax Credits Are Wrong for Homeschoolers You Call That Homeschooling? The National Lunch Association Takes Aim at Those Who Dare to Eat at Home It Has Been a … Continue reading →

Homeschooling Week in Review July 22-28, 2007

Last week on the homeschooling blog we talked primarily about teaching language, or the lack of teaching language. I also completed the distance learning glossary. Here is the homeschooling blog week in review for July 22-28, 2007. 22 Jul 2007 Homeschooling Week in Review July 16 – July 21, 2007 by Andrea Hermitt Last week’s families.com homeschooling blog was fueled by news items such as year round homeschooling and conversations about when to start language instruction. I also added to my distance learning program glossary 23 Jul 2007 False Supporters by Andrea Hermitt In a paranoid but justified moment, I … Continue reading →

The Cheapest Way I Know to Homeschool

I just read a comment from a new homeschooler on a limited income who was concerned about money and their own educational level. What I want to address here is my favorite homeschool resource that will allow a homeschooler to teach their child for very little. I really believe that for someone who can read, follow instructions, and do a little internet research, all you really need to teach your child and keep them up to grade level is a workbook series called Summer Bridge Activities. Sumer Bridge Activity Books costs less than $12.00 each online. Using Summer Bridge Activities, … Continue reading →

Activities for LDS Kids by Shauna Mooney Kawasaki

Looking for a great series of activity books for your LDS homeschool? Shauna Mooney Kawasaki, in partnership with Leatherwood Press, has released a great series called “Activities for LDS Kids.” Let’s take a look at them. The first book is called, “Dot-to-Dot 1-30.” Your child can learn to count while connecting the dots to create fun pictures he can then color. This book has nondenominational pictures, so it doesn’t matter if you’re LDS or not – you will still find the pictures applicable. Next is “Dot-to-Dot 1-50.” Is your child ready to tackle the harder numbers? This is the book … Continue reading →

You Get What You Pay For

This is my father in law’s justification to never buy cheap items. It took years to convince him that inexpensive does not always mean cheap. Some things have reduced prices because a new model has just been made. Other items have low prices because because they don’t come with alot of bells and whistles. Cheapism.com is a new website that proves that you can buy things for less money, and get the true value of your money. There’s nothing worse than buying a less expensive item trying to be frugal only to have to replace it in a few months. … Continue reading →

Tips for Shopping at Amazon.com

Amazon.com is a frugal person’s paradise, especially when you are in the market for school books or Christmas presents. Their second-hand market is comparable to Ebay prices and if a sale does not go the way you think it should, Amazon.com is glad to run interference… unlike eBay. When there is an item I need to buy and did not pay full price I find that my search often ends at Amazon. From vitamins, to hair oils, to homeschool supplies, and electronics. I have even purchased dressy clothes and formal wear. You can’t go wrong with Amazon.com if you know … Continue reading →

For the Love of Math

Recently, someone posed a question in the forums about how to instill a love of math in your child. I have to start out by saying that I’m not sure every kid will love math. I think some families have a certain affection for numbers while others don’t. In my own children what I hope they love is how to learn. On the other hand, I believe the poster was looking for specific resources and ideas that make learning math fun. Here are some of my favorites ideas that win the vote of approval from my own children: Math Manipulatives … Continue reading →