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Why I Use Levels Instead of Grades in Our Homeschool
When people ask what “grade” my kids are in, I usually pause. Not because I don’t know—but because that word doesn’t mean what it used to in our home. We don’t really do grades. We use levels. And there’s a good reason for that. For years, I tried to make grade levels work. I matched…
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Is BookShark Secular? Inclusive?
For many secular homeschoolers, finding an open-and-go curriculum that doesn’t include religious bias can be challenging. BookShark has been applauded by many as a “secular” option, often marketed as an alternative to Sonlight, a well-known Christian homeschool curriculum. BookShark itself seems to be moving away from calling themselves “secular” and instead is calling themselves “faith…
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Welcome to Number Town! A Hands-On, Playful Way to Learn Shapes and Numbers
Math should be fun, engaging, and meaningful, especially in the early years. That’s why I created Building Number Town, a hands-on, project-based approach to learning shapes and numbers 1-10. This free resource is designed to help young learners explore number sense through creative play, making math feel like an adventure instead of a chore. What…
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Free 36-Week Secular Homeschool Guide for K-2
A Free 36-Week Guide for K-2: Using Zearn, Fishtank Learning, and BFSU Homeschooling can feel overwhelming, especially when trying to piece together a structured, high-quality curriculum without spending a fortune. That’s why I created a free 36-week guide for K-2 that brings together three excellent resources: Zearn, Fishtank Learning, and Building Foundations of Scientific Understanding…
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The Problem with White Authors Writing Black and BIPOC Characters
In recent years, the publishing industry has seen an increased push for diversity, with more books featuring Black and other BIPOC characters hitting the shelves. On the surface, this seems like progress. But a deeper look reveals a troubling pattern: many of these books are still being written by white authors. While some may have…
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Common Core as a Homeschooler: What You Need to Know
If you’re a parent, you’ll have heard debates about Common Core. Some parents swear by it, while others avoid it at all costs. But what exactly is Common Core, and should you use it in your homeschool? Let’s break it down. 1. What is Common Core? The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) are a set…
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