I first discovered King Alfred's English in 2012 when a friend of mine reviewed it on her blog. With her glowing praise for the book, I ordered a copy. However, my kids were just too young then so it remained on my library shelves until this fall. We have gradually been progressing our kids to become independent learners. When my daughter began 8th grade this past autumn, we sat down and mapped … [Read more...] about Middle School Etymology with King Alfred’s English
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King Alfred’s English by Laurie J. White
This year I was looking for a way to teach my girls about the English language without teaching grammar itself. I wanted to give them an understanding of its beauty and history so that they would learn to love it and also be able to use it more skillfully. And then I was offered King Alfred’s English to review. What a perfect resource to meet those needs! King Alfred's English In King … [Read more...] about King Alfred’s English by Laurie J. White
Choosing A Homeschool Writing Curriculum: Programs For Success
Choosing a homeschool writing curriculum can be a daunting task for any home educator, whether you are brand new or a seasoned one. Today here at The Curriculum Choice we're sharing our favorite tried and true homeschool writing programs that span many ages. Homeschool Writing Curriculum Options There are plenty of choices available to home educators when it comes to homeschool writing … [Read more...] about Choosing A Homeschool Writing Curriculum: Programs For Success
How to Homeschool Middle School
When your children reach middle school age you start to realize that homeschooling has made a slight shift. Kids are older and ready for some independence (but not too much!). They have more questions and want to discuss everything with you (and may even question everything you ask them to do). It comes with the territory - and age. If you're looking for some advice and encouragement about … [Read more...] about How to Homeschool Middle School
Children’s Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum
When we first started homeschooling I turned to the lovely book The Top 100 Homeschool Picks. Through the information inside, the self quiz and the results of that we were quickly and easily led to the Five In A Row Curriculum. We used that curriculum for five beautiful years. Then suddenly we were in need of new curriculum. Our eldest had reached a point where a new curriculum was needed to … [Read more...] about Children’s Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum