Did you know play is a form of learning?  Learning through play is actually a critical part of the development of a child’s brain. In college, I took several child development classes. What happens in childhood is more important than we tend to believe. This is a time that shapes their future. Anyone who has […] The post Learning Through Play: Ideas for Teaching appeared first on Teach Beside Me ..read more

If you are an LDS homeschool parent looking for curriculum that aligns with your faith and values, I have a list here of some of the wonderful LDS Homeschool Curriculum choices available for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Most homeschool curriculum options are either some form of evangelical Christian denominations […] The post LDS Homeschool Curriculum: Nurturing Mind and Spirit appeared first on Teach Beside Me ..read more

We have been studying Greek and Latin roots in our homeschool for a longtime. We have books and flashcards to assist us in our learning. It has really helped us all to understand the meaning of words. Today I want to share with you some Greek and Latin roots worksheets and activities to help you […] The post Greek and Latin Roots Worksheets and Activities appeared first on Teach Beside Me ..read more

What do middle schoolers need for back-to-school?  If you are looking for a middle school supply list, you are in the right place! When it comes to middle school supply lists, it will vary a lot depending on the teachers your child has.  But there will always be some basic school supplies that every middle […] The post Middle School Supply List for Back-to-School appeared first on Teach Beside Me ..read more

This winter, let your kids have fun with your math.  Try out this Snowman Fractions printable with your kids! Holiday and winter math ideas can really make learning more interesting for kids. When they are learning in a hands-on way, they are more likely to understand and learn the concepts! You can use this snowman fractions […] The post Winter Math: Snowman Fractions appeared first on Teach Beside Me ..read more

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Duck Brand. All opinions are 100% mine. It’s back-to-school season! It’s the time of new books, notebooks and workbooks. As a homeschool mom, I watch those crisp new books get bent and torn so quickly. So, today I want to show you how to […] The post How to Make an Adhesive Book Cover appeared first on Teach Beside Me ..read more

Homeschool co-ops can be amazing for families who homeschool. We have been a part of a few over the years and I want to give you some tips on how to start a homeschool co-op. Starting a homeschool co-op may sound scary and daunting, but it is easier than you may think!  Most often people […] The post How to Start a Homeschool Co-op appeared first on Teach Beside Me ..read more

Sometimes kids need a little nudge to get talking and having a meaningful conversation. A fun way to do that is through some conversation starters. We made a set of Conversation Starters with the theme, Did You Know? These cards are different than your typical conversation cards since they offer factual information for kids to learn about! […] The post Did You Know? Conversation Starters for Kids appeared first on Teach Beside Me ..read more

I love taking pictures of our first day of school.   I love looking back on those fun pictures!  Today I have a new set of FREE Printable First Day of School signs for you!  Some of you may have already started school for the year, but if you missed taking your pictures or you […] The post Printable First Day of School Signs appeared first on Teach Beside Me ..read more

How to choose a homeschool curriculum is one of the most common questions I get asked when it comes to homeschooling. Are you going to start homeschooling soon? Do you want to choose the BEST homeschool curriculum for your family? Choosing a homeschool curriculum can be a very stressful thing for new homeschoolers (and more experienced […] The post How to Choose a Homeschool Curriculum appeared first on Teach Beside Me ..read more