There are many ways to teach language arts. Today, I will share with you a few basic tips. Keep it simple. You do not need expensive curriculum programs to teach language arts. Read lots of age-appropriate books. Test for reading comprehension by asking questions about the material read. Make library day a regular part [...]
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Tuesday’s Tip on Teaching Language Arts
Posted by hopehomeschoolconsulting on May 1, 2012
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Monday’s Mentoring – Language Arts Made Easier
As you know, language arts encompasses reading, reading comprehension, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, writing, and penmanship. Imagine learning those seven subjects individually. It can lead to frustration and even tears. There is an easier way. Having seven separate courses to accomplish one subject is a lot to complete in a day. That does not even include [...]
Posted by hopehomeschoolconsulting on April 30, 2012
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Wednesday’s Words of Wisdom by Karen Waide on Scheduling in Our Home Preschool
Blog: Tots and Me Scheduling in Our Home Preschool This week Angie has been sharing a bit about scheduling in homeschooling over on her blog. So, I got to thinking about scheduling in our home preschool. And I came up with two questions: Is it possible or even necessary to schedule in preschool? Is it possible [...]
Posted by hopehomeschoolconsulting on April 25, 2012
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Monday’s Mentoring on Scheduling
One of the biggest questions I receive about homeschooling is “How can I get it all done?” The answer depends on what, “get it all done,” means. Is the mom talking about completing the subject material during the school year or completing everything else a mom does to run a household? New and a few [...]
Posted by hopehomeschoolconsulting on April 23, 2012
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Upcoming Changes
There are a few changes to this blog coming soon. You will find weekly series on homeschooling topics. A few things I will include in the series will be tips, free resources, product reviews, and guest bloggers. Please let me know the types of things you would like to learn about so I can include [...]
Posted by hopehomeschoolconsulting on April 13, 2012
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ART PROJECTS Tiffany Window Review
ART PROJECTS Tiffany Window April 11,2012 We have tried three homeschool art curriculums in the past. None of those three compare to See the Light! The other curriculums primarily focused on drawing. See the Light ART PROJECTS Tiffany Window took my daughter beyond drawing to creating a unique piece of art in four easy lessons. When [...]
Posted by hopehomeschoolconsulting on April 12, 2012
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Homeschool Convention Tip #8
After the Convention What you do after the convention is just as important as what you do before and during the convention. Even though you may be tired and still a bit overwhelmed, you can do more things that are helpful. Begin by sharing your enthusiasm with your children. This is in hopes of [...]
Posted by hopehomeschoolconsulting on April 9, 2012
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Homeschool Convention Tip #7
Exhibit Hall Strategies When a mom hears the word exhibit hall, she becomes quite excited at the thought of all those books and products within her reach. Imagine walking into a large room the may be the size of football field full of homeschool supplies. Most likely, that is what you will find [...]
Posted by hopehomeschoolconsulting on April 6, 2012
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Homeschool Convention Tip #3
Do you do your homework before going to a homeschool convention? It is wise to determine what materials you need and want in advance. Otherwise, you may find yourself purchasing items you really do not need which results in overspending. It is also wise to set a budget before leaving home. In doing your homework, [...]
Posted by hopehomeschoolconsulting on March 27, 2012
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Homeschool Convention Tip #2
Thank you for joining me for today’s Homeschool Convention Tip. Let’s get started. Who to Take With You Even though homeschool moms are the primary curriculum shoppers, it is to your benefit to take your husband along with you to the convention. This serves several purposes. First, a convention allows you both to receive time [...]
Posted by hopehomeschoolconsulting on March 23, 2012
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Homeschool Convention Tip #1
Thank you for joining me for today’s Homeschool Convention Tip #1. Let’s get started. Be Sure to Register Early! If you would like to attend your state homeschool convention, you can find a registration form either in the association’s publication or online. You have the option of preregistering or waiting until the day of to [...]
Posted by hopehomeschoolconsulting on March 22, 2012
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Notebooking Success Review
March 6, 2012 My daughter will soon be entering the 7th grade and moving towards a more structured science curriculum. Currently, she is using Jeanie Fulbright’s Exploring Creation series along with the Notebooking Journal. My husband and I feel our children should continue with the Apologia curriculum. Our son has done well with the textbook method [...]
Posted by hopehomeschoolconsulting on March 7, 2012
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Free Crash Course Sample
The Educate the Home Educator Crash Course walks you through the steps on homeschooling. The course is excellent for new moms and those currently homeschooling. Here is what one mom had to say: “Quite simply, I love this ebook! It is a concise and well-written 300+ page homeschool guide, resource and wealth of information at the [...]
Posted by hopehomeschoolconsulting on January 12, 2012
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Welcome to The H.O.P.E. Home School Consulting Blog!
Thank you for visiting my blog. I am Angie McFarren a Homeschool Consultant and the owner of H.O.P.E. Home School Consulting. Here you will find homeschool information, tips, words of wisdom and more from a homeschool expert and other homeschool moms like yourself. Each week there is a theme. One week may be on math, [...]
Posted by hopehomeschoolconsulting on January 8, 2012
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