Get ready to celebrate the spooky season with our favorite October games! Fall game night is the perfect way to connect and learn together as a family this month. Plus, there are some excellent, not-too-creepy themed games you can enjoy together with kids of all ages. Whether you decide to plan a Halloween game night... The post The Best Games For Learning in October appeared first on The Waldock Way.| The Waldock Way
Middle school represents a significant transition! It’s a time for supporting our kids as they navigate these changes and embrace their unique differences. This ultimate guide to homeschooling during middle school offers ideas to make these years engaging for your family. During this period, both kids and parents experience substantial changes. Your child’s learning style... The post Ultimate Guide To Homeschooling Middle School appeared first on The Waldock Way.| The Waldock Way
Hands-on learning is frequently the most effective way to learn. There are countless ideas for hands-on activities suitable for preschool and elementary-aged students. Unfortunately, as children grow older, the options for hands-on projects tend to diminish, making way for more “serious” learning. We start to think that baking soda volcanoes and talking about fractions with... The post Engaging Hands-On Learning Ideas For Middle School appeared first on The Waldock Way.| The Waldock Way
Homeschool days fill up fast! If you are finding it difficult to squeeze games into your busy week, you’re not alone. We know all the benefits of gameschooling, but that doesn’t mean it’s not still a challenge to find time to play games together some days. When I’m staring down a long to-do list and... The post 50+ Quick Play Games for Busy Homeschool Days appeared first on The Waldock Way.| The Waldock Way
Games can make learning about the 50 states a lot of fun. If you remember lots of boring worksheets and flashcards about the states from your elementary school days and you’re looking for something a lot more engaging, you’re in the right place! Get ready to explore the states with games, apps, and unit studies... The post 20 Games For Learning About The 50 States appeared first on The Waldock Way.| The Waldock Way
Reading great books together is one of the most rewarding parts of homeschooling. But if you’ve ever felt unsure how to turn a novel into a meaningful learning experience, or worried about making it feel too much like school, you’re not alone. That’s exactly why I created our growing collection of literature-based novel studies. These... The post The Best Novel Studies for Interest-Led Homeschool Language Arts appeared first on The Waldock Way.| The Waldock Way
If your homeschool family loves movie nights as much as we do, you’ll be thrilled to know that they can be more than just entertainment, they can be a powerful learning experience too. Lights, Camera, Learn! is an innovative homeschool film study designed to help you turn screen time into connection time. Through guided discussions,... The post From Popcorn to Purpose: How to Turn Movie Night Into a Learning Experience appeared first on The Waldock Way.| The Waldock Way
Language Arts is more than just a subject we learn in school. It is a skill we practice every day. From reading recipes in the kitchen to writing grocery lists and enjoying bedtime stories, there are many aspects of language arts in everyday life. When kids see how reading, writing, and communication are part of... The post Homeschool Language Arts In Everyday Life appeared first on The Waldock Way.| The Waldock Way
Exploring Ancient Egypt in your homeschool is a fascinating opportunity to follow your curiosity as you learn about secret tombs, powerful pharaohs, and mysterious mummies! We hope you’ll join us as we delve into ancient places, mythology, and wonders in this exciting new unit study. Your future archaeologists will love exploring Egypt’s heroes and myths... The post Explore Ancient Egypt in Your Homeschool: A New Unit Study appeared first on The Waldock Way.| The Waldock Way
Are you searching for cozy fall activities to kick off September? It’s the perfect time to break out the board games! September weather means we can enjoy playing board games outdoors on the front porch or get into a game of cards while sprawling on a picnic blanket at the park. Wherever you decide to... The post The Best Games For Learning in September appeared first on The Waldock Way.| The Waldock Way
When we began our homeschooling journey, I knew I wanted to cultivate a lifestyle of learning for our family. I quickly discovered that Emily learned best in real-world scenarios like making lunch together. She was much more likely to retain the things she learned this way than the concepts she learned by completing workbooks. It...| The Waldock Way
Waldock's Wizards and Wands is a year long study in which students will read the Harry Potter books, watch the movies, and study courses such as Alchemy, Astronomy, Charms, Enchantments, Herbology, Incantations, Magical Creatures, Muggle Studies, Potions, and Spells.| The Waldock Way
The holidays are tons of fun! However, all that fun can be intense, and transitioning back to a normal schedule can be challenging after the holidays. Fortunately, there’s a lot we can do to make easing into the new year a lot easier in our homeschool. I’ve got some easy ways to ease into the...| The Waldock Way
