Participate in Homeschool Days at Heritage Square

Every year the museum at Heritage Square opens itself up to homeschoolers for a fun, hands on and interactive field trip, and they call it Homeschool Days at Heritage Square. Continue reading Participate in Homeschool Days at Heritage Square

AZ State Fair Field Trip

This year we loved our time at the Arizona State Fair. We found a deal to get in early for a field trip with a few other homeschooling families.  So we were able to get into the park three hours before the rides and games were open. Our field trip deal allowed all kids in for free and one adult received free admission with every 5 kids. Continue reading AZ State Fair Field Trip

The Best Way to Start the Day

I have many happy homeschooling memories, from my childhood.  In my house, I was my mother’s alarm clock.  I know that she did not always love that, but I certainly did.  The memories I have of our mornings together have had quite the impact on my life with my own kids.  I can see how the things we did to start the day had a profound impact on the rest of the day. Continue reading The Best Way to Start the Day

7 Reasons Why Camping Counts for School

Our world today is so fast paced and technology driven.  Sometimes it is best to slow down and spend time as a family in nature.  By unplugging, we are able to teach our children how to live.  We teach them what is important in life.  They gain life skills that they can fall back on and they learn recreational activities that can develop into hobbies that define who they are.  We take them beyond everyday safety and experiences and help them to grow. Continue reading 7 Reasons Why Camping Counts for School