Christian Homeschool

Not ConsumedAug 27, 2026

5 Things I Stopped Doing in Our Homeschool (and What I Do Instead)

I used to do a lot of things in our homeschool that I thought were absolutely necessary. Like, non-negotiable, write-it-in-stone, this-is-how-you-do-it kind of necessary. Then after a few years of doing them, I realized they weren’t helping us at all. In some cases, they were actually making things worse. I say that as someone who...

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The Old SchoolhouseAug 27, 2026

Beyond High School: College, Trade School, and Other Paths for Homeschool Graduates

Homeschooling a high schooler is exciting, but it definitely comes with its own set of challenges. On the one hand, high schoolers are independent learners, allowing for more freedom in the homeschooling day. On the other hand, a maturing teen is learning how to find his niche. His strengths. His calling. With homeschooling, parents have The post Beyond High School: College, Trade School, and Other Paths for Homesch…

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Homeschool CompassAug 26, 2026

Best of the Podcast: Leaving a Homeschool Legacy with Tiffany Jefferson

Tiffany Jefferson is a veteran homeschool mother of 10, speaker, and homeschool coach. The Jeffersons ventured into homeschooling because they were compelled to provide an education that complemented the learning style of one of their children. Over two decades later, they have tasted the transformational fruit of providing their children […] The post Best of the Podcast: Leaving a Homeschool Legacy with Tiffany Jef…

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Homeschool CompassAug 25, 2026

Best of the Podcast: Cultivating Sabbath Rest as a Homeschool Mom with Eryn Lynum

Eryn Lynum is a homeschooling mom of 4, certified Master Naturalist, educator, and host of the popular podcast for kids, Nat Theo: Nature Lessons Rooted in the Bible. She is author of several books including Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family’s Faith Through God’s Creation and 936 Pennies: Discovering the Joy of Intentional Parenting. […] The post Best of the Podcast: Cultivating Sabbath Rest as a Homeschool Mo…

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Not ConsumedAug 24, 2026

How My Daughter Graduated High School and College at the Same Time (Dual Enrollment)

My daughter Rachel walked across the stage and received her high school diploma and her college degree on the same timeline. Not because she’s some kind of genius. Not because we had a master plan from the time she was five. But because we took advantage of something called dual enrollment, and it changed the...

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Homeschool CompassAug 24, 2026

Best of the Podcast: Life-Giving Motherhood with Min Hwang

This week we celebrate 6 years of the Homeschool Compass Podcast with a bonus series highlighting some of our top episodes. Whether you’re just jumping into a new homeschool year or you’re well into your homeschool rhythms, we pray these episodes remind you that God is with you and He […] The post Best of the Podcast: Life-Giving Motherhood with Min Hwang appeared first on Homeschool Compass.

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The Old SchoolhouseAug 20, 2026

How to Use AI in Homeschooling Without Replacing Your Role as a Parent

It seems like everywhere I turn these days, someone is talking about artificial intelligence. “Have you tried ChatGPT yet?” “Do you let your children use AI?” “Is AI good or bad for homeschooling?” “What exactly is the role of AI in homeschooling?” Like many new technologies, it arrived with a mixture of excitement, skepticism, and The post How to Use AI in Homeschooling Without Replacing Your Role as a Parent appea…

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Not ConsumedAug 17, 2026

How to Build a Homeschool Transcript

Do you really need to make a transcript for your homeschooler? Yes. Every single high schooler needs one, whether they’re headed to college, trade school, the military, straight into the workforce, or they’re not even sure yet. Most homeschool parents just don’t know where to begin. They know they need a transcript, but they’re not...

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Not ConsumedAug 17, 2026

Stop Grading Every Homeschool Assignment

If you’ve got a stack of worksheets on the counter and a red pen that’s giving you anxiety, I need you to hear this: Not every homeschool assignment needs a grade. That isn’t cutting corners. It’s actually how assessment works, even in a traditional classroom. Teachers don’t grade every paper that crosses their desks. Some...

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The Old SchoolhouseAug 13, 2026

Are You Covered? Navigating Homeschool Testing, Records, and State Requirements

Knowing your homeschool state requirements doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Every state has its own homeschooling laws, and those requirements can change over time. The key is to understand what your state expects and develop simple recordkeeping habits from the beginning. Start by verifying your homeschool state requirements through your state homeschool association, your state’s The post Are You Covered? Navigat…

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Homeschool CompassAug 12, 2026

Episode 69: Reclaiming Childhood with Ainsley Arment

Ainsley Arment is a homeschooling mom of 5 and founder of Wild + Free, a community of homeschool mothers who have banded together to offer their children not only a quality education, but also a childhood filled with adventure, freedom, and wonder. Ainsley is the author of several books including […] The post Episode 69: Reclaiming Childhood with Ainsley Arment appeared first on Homeschool Compass.

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Not ConsumedAug 6, 2026

Why More Isn’t Better in Your Homeschool (5 Mistakes to Stop Making)

More isn’t better when it comes to homeschooling. It’s worth saying again because so many parents need to hear it: More isn’t better. More workbooks. More hours at the table. More curriculum. More tests. More pressure. More isn’t better. It’s just…more. When I tell you more isn’t better, it’s because I’ve watched this play out...

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Homeschool CompassAug 2, 2026

How to Choose a Math Curriculum for Your Homeschool

Einstein once said, “Pure mathematics is, in its way, the poetry of logical ideas.” What an interesting concept! Math is poetry. In the same what that poetry is the masterful rhythm of composition, the intentional putting together of words in a distinct order that is both beautiful and inspiring, math […] The post How to Choose a Math Curriculum for Your Homeschool appeared first on Homeschool Compass.

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Not ConsumedJul 31, 2026

What Homeschool Kids Are Actually Missing (It’s Not What You Think)

You know that look. You tell someone you homeschool, and before you can even finish your sentence, they’ve already got “the face.” And then, right on cue, it comes: “Don’t you think homeschoolers miss out? What about prom? What about sports?” It’s an honest question. And if we’re being completely transparent, it’s one that even...

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The Old SchoolhouseJul 30, 2026

Homeschool Back-to-School Planning: 10 Simple Steps for a Successful Year

Are you looking to stop the overwhelm with your homeschool back-to-school planning? Whether this is your first year homeschooling or your tenth, preparation creates the confidence you need to sustain you throughout the year. Planning does not require perfection, only attainable goals tailored to your unique homeschool. Since homeschooling is not the same for every The post Homeschool Back-to-School Planning: 10 Simp…

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Homeschool CompassJul 26, 2026

Free First Day of School Printable Signs

We’ve got a great Back to School Printable Pack for you filled with resources for your first days of school. Click here to download these free printables! In this packet you’ll find: Inspirational Quotes for Your Homeschool We’ve got 10 quote printables to inspire your homeschool from Scripture verses to […] The post Free First Day of School Printable Signs appeared first on Homeschool Compass.

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Homeschool CompassJul 23, 2026

Episode 68: Prayerful Homeschool Planning with Whitney Newby

Whitney Newby is a homeschooling mom, author of Lift Your Eyes: Daily Invitations to Behold Christ in Motherhood, and the founder of Brighter Day Press, a ministry that creates literature-rich, gospel-centered resources for family discipleship. Whitney holds a Bible degree from Moody Bible institute and is a registered nurse. She […] The post Episode 68: Prayerful Homeschool Planning with Whitney Newby appeared firs…

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The Old SchoolhouseJul 23, 2026

Homeschool Co-op: How to Start a Christian Homeschool Cooperative

Have you ever wondered whether a homeschool co-op could enrich your homeschool experience? Maybe you’ve wished your children could participate in hands-on science classes, explore subjects outside your area of expertise, or build friendships with other homeschool students. If you’ve tried a co-op before and it wasn’t the right fit, you might even consider starting The post Homeschool Co-op: How to Start a Christian…

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The Old SchoolhouseJul 9, 2026

Preparing Your Highschooler for College:

A Homeschool Parent’s Guide Are you ready? Is your student ready? Ready or not, high school is the time to start thinking about college. Preparing your high schooler for college doesn’t have to be overwhelming. If you take it one step at a time, you’ll be well prepared for whatever comes your student’s way. Homeschool The post Preparing Your Highschooler for College: appeared first on The Old Schoolhouse®.

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The Old SchoolhouseJul 2, 2026

America’s 250th Anniversary: Meaningful Ways Homeschool Families Can Celebrate Independence Day

Independence Day is more than fireworks and cookouts. As we approach America’s 250th anniversary, homeschool families have a unique opportunity to connect history with real-life learning. At SchoolhouseTeachers.com, we have been celebrating the countdown with our 250-Day Challenge. Starting Oct. 28, 2025, we have been inviting families to join us on a journey through faith-filled The post America’s 250th Anniversary…

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Homeschool CompassJun 29, 2026

Free Patriotic Poetry Printable for Your Homeschool

Celebrate 250 years of American independence in your homeschool with our FREE printable collection of patriotic poetry. You’ll receive 12 classic poems paired with beautiful artwork, perfect for hanging up around the house, memorizing together as a family, or adding to your morning time rotation. The United States Semiquincentennial is […] The post Free Patriotic Poetry Printable for Your Homeschool appeared first o…

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The Old SchoolhouseJun 25, 2026

Why Literature Unit Studies Are a Powerful Homeschool Learning Tool

Have you ever wished you could simplify your homeschool and teach multiple subjects together in a way that helps everything connect? Literature unit studies make this possible by turning a single book into the foundation for history, language arts, geography, critical thinking, and much more. I remember many years ago teaching my then 5- and The post Why Literature Unit Studies Are a Powerful Homeschool Learning Too…

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Homeschool CompassJun 11, 2026

Episode 67: You Are Qualified to Homeschool with Carrie De Francisco

Carrie De Francisco is an author, podcaster, homeschool coach, and “retired” home educator who lives in Southern California. She loves offering moms practical ways to simplify their homeschooling through her Coffee With Carrie Homeschool podcast, and she has written several books including her latest, A Home Education Handbook: Nine Questions […] The post Episode 67: You Are Qualified to Homeschool with Carrie De Fr…

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The Old SchoolhouseJun 11, 2026

Financial Stewardship for Kids: A Life Skill Every Homeschool Family Should Teach

One of the most beneficial homeschool life skills is financial stewardship for kids, which includes early money management, personal finance, and budgeting. These skills will go with your children into the future and set them up for success in the real world. They will have homes and families of their own someday, and these skills The post Financial Stewardship for Kids: A Life Skill Every Homeschool Family Should T…

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The Old SchoolhouseJun 4, 2026

From Student to Parent: A Second-Generation Homeschooling Experience

Second-generation homeschooling is no longer the exception. More and more parents who were homeschooled themselves are now choosing to homeschool their own children, bringing a unique homeschooling experience shaped by firsthand knowledge. Having lived it themselves, they understand both the challenges and the blessings that come with building a homeschool lifestyle centered on family, learning, The post From Studen…

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Not ConsumedMay 8, 2026

Should My Homeschooled Teen Take Art Appreciation?

Is art even worth my teen’s time? That’s a question many Christian parents wrestle with at some point. When mapping out a plan for high school, there are a lot of things to juggle. Credits, time, subjects, and hopefully your teen’s interests. Math, science, writing, history—all the core subjects—naturally take the lead. Electives usually get...

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Not ConsumedMar 24, 2026

5 Reasons to Study Missionaries With Your Kids

That one book led to many more, and it completely changed how our family sees the world. Studying missionaries has been one of the most meaningful things we’ve done as a family. Not because it was flashy or complicated, but because it quietly did its work over time.

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Not ConsumedMar 20, 2026

How to Create a Homeschool Schedule That Actually Works

Throughout this series, you’ve (hopefully!) decided to homeschool. You’ve worked through who can homeschool (you!), why you’re doing this, and how you want to approach learning, which includes what you plan to teach. Now you’re left with one very practical question: When will you actually do school?

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