Middle Years


American Girl Dolls, A Making Season & More

American Girl Dolls, A Making Season & More

It's that time of year. Sometime around mid-October, the costume making buzz hits and till the wrapping of the Christmas gifts there is a lot of "making" going on.

The Three R's of Homeschool Organization

The Three R's of Homeschool Organization

Resources, Routine and Record Keeping - I spill the beans on how I organize it all in our homeschool.

Our Homeschool Methods

Our Homeschool Methods

As a parent, teacher, mentor, and facilitator I motivate and inspire interest in our curriculum largely through the methods I choose.

Creating a Collaborative Learning Environment

Creating a Collaborative Learning Environment

Why do we push our learners instead of partnering with them?

A Middle Years Curriculum (with Canadian studies focus)

A Middle Years Curriculum (with Canadian studies focus)

The overarching course of study for our "middlers" is a continuation of late elementary with a few more lessons, deeper studies, and in-depth projects.

Instagram and Interest-led learning

Instagram and Interest-led learning

People, including children, learn what they "need to know" by doing things that interest and inspire them.

Trail stories & other getting outdoors resources

Trail stories & other getting outdoors resources

It's a beautiful season we're headed into and we plan to make the most of it outdoors. Hopefully this page of resources will help you do the same.