Learning Tips
Whether you’re brand new to homeschooling or you’ve been at it a while, here are some tried-and-true tips to help make learning at home smoother, more enjoyable, and—yes—even fun!
A Parent’s Guide to Understanding the Learner Within
Every child has a unique way of processing the world, and as a parent or educator, discovering how a child thinks can be the key to unlocking joy, confidence, and success in...
A Practical Filing System for Homeschool Documentation
Homeschooling offers incredible flexibility and personalized learning, but it also comes with the responsibility of maintaining accurate and organized records. Whether...
A Roadmap for Raising Capable, Independent Kids
Teaching life skills to children is an investment in their confidence, independence, and success. From tying their shoes to managing a household, knowing what to expect at...
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a form of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) that helps people address and cope with psychological distress by focusing on...
Aesthetic Approach to Lesson Planning
An aesthetic approach to lessons can be especially beneficial for children with sensory, cognitive, or emotional needs, like those you homeschool. It focuses on sensory...
Affiliate and Advertising Disclosures
Updated: July 3, 2025 This disclosure is valid from May 03, 2024. At Homeschool Academics, we believe in transparency, honesty, and real relationships. Sometimes, we’re...
Age Appropriate Educational Time
When planning a child’s education—especially in a homeschool setting—it’s important to consider what amount of instructional time is developmentally appropriate. Unlike...
All About Me Worksheets
The “All About Me” worksheets enable students to share their interests, strengths, and personal preferences in a fun and reflective way. They foster self-awareness and...
Alternative Assessment Methods
Alternative assessment methods can benefit students with diverse learning needs, especially when traditional tests and quizzes may not accurately reflect their understanding...
An Example Lesson Plan
Let's create a lesson plan for a science class on Photosynthesis suitable for middle school students. This lesson plan will include objectives, materials, activities, and...
Anxiety Students and the Classroom
Through classroom accommodations, teachers can help students with anxiety keep their studies on track as they manage their disorder(s). Which accommodations might...
APD Behavioral Management
Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) can make it challenging for children to process and interpret auditory information, leading to difficulties in communication, following...
