Tag Archives: homeschooling

Did you study that subject?

Posted on January 23, 2020 by

I often get asked “How can you teach a subject if you never studied it?” Hmm Well, if I am 100% honest most of the time I am NOT teaching the kids. Yip. Most of the time I am just … Continue reading →

Posted in Homeschooling | Tagged , , , | 2 Comments

Why I love Comprehensions so much

Posted on January 22, 2020 by

Comprehensions are one of those activities that I just love. I see them as a big valued added activity for the kids. Working through a comprehension means the kids are reading, practicing their writing, spelling, grammar and punctuation. While also … Continue reading →

Posted in Homeschooling | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Times Table Test Book = good practice workbook

Posted on January 18, 2020 by

I know lots of us and our kids get put off when we see the word test. But sometimes tests  just means good practice. Towards the end of last year I was looking for some extra times table practice for … Continue reading →

Posted in Homeschooling | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Sweet Maths

Posted on January 16, 2020 by

I have been feeling like our Maths has been a bit dry lately and I always think fun maths equates to maths that is remembered. So last night while I was picking up some bread and milk I quickly grabbed … Continue reading →

Posted in Homeschooling | Tagged , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

HP Instant Ink – the way to this home ed mum’s heart

Posted on January 14, 2020 by

Yes I am being serious. Switching to HP Instant Ink has made me crazy happy. I know, I know who would have thought having an instant ink scheme would mean so much to me, but for this home education mum … Continue reading →

Posted in Homeschooling | Tagged , , , , , | 1 Comment

Fuse Glass – Fun craft for everyone

Posted on January 12, 2020 by

Last week the kids and I attended a Fuse Glass workshop held by the lovely Clare from Fused Glass by Clare Poore. She runs workshops from her home for kids and adults and we thought it would be a fun … Continue reading →

Posted in Homeschooling | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Punctuation Workbook for Key Stage 2

Posted on January 11, 2020 by

One of the workbooks that I am currently using with my son is the Understanding English: Punctuation: KS2 English Study Book, Ages 7-11. It is part of their Understanding English series which consists of 8 different workbooks and so far … Continue reading →

Posted in Homeschooling | Tagged , , , , , , | 1 Comment