Homeschool with Moxie
Check out these posts for everything you've ever wanted to know about how to homeschool! From curriculum options, schedules, electives, and best practices, you'll find actionable strategies, inspiration & encouragement. You can search by subject or grade level as well as read reviews of curriculum.
The housework seems to be a never ending responsibility, especially if you’re a homeschool mom. Here are the main things you need to know. Housework Can Wait Yes, the old adage is true. The dishes can wait. Parenting and homeschooling your kids well requires you to focus on the task at hand. Because we know that the years with our… Read More
Digital homeschool resources make it possible to educate your kids at home on a budget and without a lot of physical clutter. But how do you organize digital homeschool resources and files so that you know what you have and can be sure to use these resources? Here are the best digital homeschool organization tips. My posts contain affiliate links…. Read More
If you’re looking for affordable homeschool curriculum for 10th grade, come take a look at what we’re using this time around. As always, homeschooling from year to year and student to student changes. This fall (2023) we’ll be homeschooling our fourth child through 10th grade. You can see what was in our 10th grade homeschool curriculum plan five years ago… Read More
It’s 2023 and this fall will be the fifth and final time I homeschool a 5th grader! It’s bittersweet for sure. Some things have remained constant (like BJU Press Math) and many things have changed since I homeschooled my oldest through 5th grade a decade ago. So, here’s a look at our homeschool 5th grade curriculum choices and resources. My… Read More
When your kids reach the high school years, suddenly it hits you that you need a structured and organized plan, even if you were more flexible in the early years. You probably still covered literature, grammar, spelling, and writing, but now it needs to be formalized on a transcript. Here’s a step-by-step guide for pulling together a customized homeschooling high school English… Read More
We all know that public speaking skills are important for our teens, but until now it’s been hard for homeschoolers to find a user-friendly approach to learning these skills. So I’m happy to review Introduction to Public Speaking from Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW). It’s the perfect curriculum for your middle or high schooler to use independently or in… Read More
Looking for summer learning ideas for homeschoolers? We’ve got you covered! Summer break is here, and for homeschooling families, that means transitioning from structured learning to a more relaxed routine. However, just because it’s summer doesn’t mean the learning has to stop. In fact, summer is the perfect time to explore new topics, engage in fun activities, and create memories… Read More
Are you graduating one of your children from your homeschool soon? It’s one of the most rewarding accomplishments for both your teen and you as the homeschool parent! Congrats! We’ve compiled the ultimate guide to homeschool graduation planning here to help you deal with some of the overwhelm that comes with a big celebration like this. This guide will give… Read More
Now more than ever, virtual field trips for homeschoolers can allow your kids to explore some of the most interesting places in the world without ever leaving home! Not only are virtual field trips educational, but it’s a great way to let your kids deep dive into areas of study that really interest them. Engaging, educational, free, and just downright… Read More
Are you looking for an engaging writing curriculum for your teen homeschoolers? Here’s our Cover Story Clear Water Press Review so you can get an inside peek into how this course works. Plus you can hear our chat with Daniel Schwabauer on episode 209 of the Homeschool with Moxie Podcast. My 9th grader has been able to use Cover Story… Read More
