• Don't Let the Cold Keep you from Winter a Nature Study Exploration | Renée at Great Peace #homeschool #science #naturestudy #ihsnet
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    Don’t Let the Cold Keep You From A Winter Nature Study Exploration

    Winter can be a time of ho-hum doldrum homeschooling. We get so stuck in the books that we forget that just outside our windows is a vast world to be explored. But, in winter we often don’t want to go exploring do we? It’s just too cold. But don’t let the cold stop you. You can bundle up and spend just a little time every few weeks doing a winter nature study. Winter Nature Study Scavenger Hunt Show & Tell Instead of spending hours on a nature hike, try doing 30 minute time spans.  Make it a fun game to see what each child can discover in the a short time…

  • Take the Fear Out of College Prep with Online Homeschool Courses | ReneeatGreatPeace.com #collegeprep #homeschool #homeschoolhighschool #homeschoolscience #ihsnet
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    Take the Fear Out of College Prep with Online Homeschool Courses

    Homeschooling high school can give a mom anxiety! Especially if you are planning out college prep for your students. But, I’m going to let you in on a little secret… utilize online homeschool courses for college prep. I’ve told you before, outsourcing is a great way to teach courses you aren’t confident in. But, what exactly is college prep? It involves intensive courses designed to prepare your student for college. For homeschool moms that can be overwhelming. But you don’t have to fear! Intensive online homeschool courses are available and you can begin utilizing them today. I have to be honest, even with my teen entering into 11th grade I…

  • New Resource for Teaching Apologetics in Your Homeschool | Renée at Great Peace #homeschool #apologetics #fossils #science #ihsnet
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    New Resource for Teaching Apologetics in Your Homeschool

    How often have you as a Christian homeschooling mom set out to introduce a science concept to your child and you find yourself doing a lot of eye-rolling about the content? I’m guessing it happens a lot. That’s because as Christians we believe in a creation worldview. We know the importance of teaching apologetics in homeschool but struggle to find balance in the content presented in science materials. We believe that the earth is young. We believe that most geology is a marvelous time capsule of historical events that we see clearly spelled out in the Bible. But, mainstream science is set to prove that we are wrong. Lack of Good…

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    Health and Nutrition Curriculum for Homeschool High School

    There are times when my teen boy does not want his mom to teach him. When it comes to his health, his own body, this is especially true. It’s just awkward.  In these teen years I know that the lessons taught now will serve as a foundation for good healthy habits in the future. Which is why I want to be sure he learns the importance of self-care. Be sure to read through to find out how you can enter to win health and nutrition curriculum for your family. This is a sponsored review post and contains affiliate advertisement links. I am being fairly compensated for my time in reviewing and…

  • 10 MORE Fun Ways to Study the Periodic Table | Renée at Great Peace #science #chemistry #homeschooling #ihsnet
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    10 MORE Ways to Study the Periodic Table of Elements

    Science can be dry and boring. Or, it can be an exciting hands-on adventure. And the periodic table is no exception. Oh sure, that table is full of what could be dull facts that can make many the student’s head swirl with boredom. But, that table also contains a lot of fascinating information.  I wrote previously about 10 cool ways to study the periodic table and it’s become one of the most searched out posts on my site. There are some cool ideas there and you should really check it out.  But first, I decided to bring you another 10 ways to study the periodic table.  This post contains affiliate…

  • 10 Cool Ways to Study the Periodic Table | Renée at Great Peace #homeschool #science #ihsnet
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    10 Cool Ways to Study the Periodic Table in Homeschool

    I remember in school having to memorize sections of the periodic table.  I remember thinking how boring it was. I also remember that I would memorize what I needed to know for the test, but would forget most of it, if not all of it, after the test was over.  As you know Young Man has one of those minds that loves to absorb facts. He digests information like most women digest chocolate, with much passion. Over the years I’ve watched as he applies his mind to study of various things and been amazed because he will recall those bits of information years later at seemingly random times. That’s how…