Notebooking in Your Homeschool: Why and How? May 16, 2024Brittany Smith Notebooking is a practice I have used in my homeschool for many years along with other Charlotte Mason learning methods like poetry, picture study, and copywork. I am excited to...
Summer Homeschooling: 6 Rhythms for Intentional Summer Enrichment May 07, 2024Treehouse Schoolhouse3 comments Whether you are a homeschooling family or not, as summertime approaches it can feel daunting. For some, summer means trying to juggle children at home more while continuing to work....
Copywork in Your Homeschool: Why and How? May 03, 2024Treehouse Schoolhouse When I first learned about copywork, I was unimpressed. I thought it seemed too basic and simple, especially when I read that it “covers” so many subject areas within language arts...
Sunflower Dissection Activity for Kids [Free Unit Study] May 01, 2024Treehouse Schoolhouse In my homeschool, we implement nature study year-round. One of my favorite parts about this is learning to identify the plants, flowers, and trees we see around us. It has brought...
50 Hands-on Math Activities for Preschool and Kindergarten April 24, 2024Treehouse Schoolhouse In my experience, introducing math concepts to children can either be incredibly frustrating or inspiring. Math is everywhere in our daily lives, and inviting children into learning in a natural and organic...
Homeschool Kindergarten: Daily Rhythm, Schedule, and Curriculum April 17, 2024Treehouse Schoolhouse When most people think of kindergarten, they imagine getting a new backpack and school supplies and sending a child off on a yellow school bus to a brightly colored classroom. ...
Finishing Your Homeschool Year: Testing, Portfolios, and More April 11, 2024Treehouse Schoolhouse If you are approaching the end of your homeschool year, you may be considering how to conclude your lessons and if you will perform any formal or informal testing or evaluations. There are so many...
Homeschooling Setup and Organization for Small Spaces April 02, 2024Treehouse Schoolhouse2 comments In my years of homeschooling, up until recently, we have never had a dedicated homeschooling space in our house. We have always used our shared living spaces as a gathering place for...
Total Solar Eclipse Educational Resources and Activities [+ FREE Unit Study] March 28, 2024Treehouse Schoolhouse In my homeschool, part of what I hold near to my heart is being able to live and enjoy the seasons and the learning they offer my children throughout the year....
Identity in Christ Children’s Bible Lesson [FREE Download] March 19, 2024Treehouse Schoolhouse As children grow in their faith and knowledge, understanding Christian identity and seeing themselves as children of God is an important truth to instill in their hearts. We can teach children Bible stories,...
Creative and Practical Easter Basket Ideas March 18, 2024Treehouse Schoolhouse1 comment As the store aisles begin to fill with Easter-themed candy, trinkets, and toys it's easy to go overboard with pastel-colored plastic toys that will end in the back of a...
How Do I Explain the Gospel to My Children? March 14, 2024Treehouse Schoolhouse4 comments One of my very favorite "funny things kids say" moments was when my daughter was 3 years old. It was Easter time and I had set out all of our materials...