Please share!It’s that time of year. Time to pack those shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child. If you are not familiar with OCC, let me take this opportunity to tell you about it. OCC is a gift ministry of Samaritan’s Purse. You pack a shoebox with small toys and toiletries to be delivered to children around […] The post How to Pack an Operation Christmas Child Shoebox appeared first on Ben and Me ..read more

Please share!It’s back to homeschool time. It’s hard to miss it when kids are getting ready to go back to school. A quick visit to Walmart will convince you if you’re unsure of this time of year. From aisles filled with back-to-school deals on school supplies to child-friendly themes in backpacks, it’s more than apparent. […] The post 8 Ways to Celebrate Back to Homeschool appeared first on Ben and Me ..read more

One of the most asked questions I see in the home education community involves homeschooling high school when college is not the plan. Parents are often stumped on what that may look like if their child has no desire to pursue higher education. Contrary to popular belief, college isn’t every child’s dream and some are […] The post How to Homeschool High School When College is Not the Plan appeared first on Ben and Me ..read more

When it comes to homeschooling in Kentucky, it is by far one of the easiest and most relaxed states. Whether you’re currently living in Kentucky and looking to start educating your children at home, or considering moving to the Bluegrass State, here’s all you need to know about homeschooling in Kentucky. Important Things to Know […] The post The Ultimate Guide to Homeschooling in Kentucky appeared first on Ben and Me ..read more

Whether you homeschool in a dedicated room, on the couch, or at the kitchen table, essential oils can play a big part in the success of your homeschool day and add to your family’s health and emotional well being. But do you know how to use essential oils in your homeschool to get the most […] The post How to Use Essential Oils in Your Homeschool appeared first on Ben and Me ..read more

Please share!Nocturnal animals are fun and exciting to study in your homeschool or classroom. Learn about owls using all different learning styles when you pick and choose activities from our owl unit study. Build your own owl lesson plans using age-appropriate activities from our list. Building owl lesson plans is easy. Pick a few great […] The post Learn about Owls! FREE Owl Unit Study! appeared first on Ben and Me ..read more

Please share!August has officially been coined back to homeschool month and there are so many ideas for homeschooling in August. Whether you, too, want to take a gentle approach to starting a new homeschool year, or if you prefer to jump right in to day one of your lesson planner, you can do either that […] The post Homeschooling in August appeared first on Ben and Me ..read more

If you’re looking for ideas for homeschooling in July, this post has you covered. While most families are taking a break from their regularly scheduled homeschool program, some are still on the search for keeping learning alive during the summer months. I for one have always said that learning never stops, even when we have […] The post Homeschooling in July appeared first on Ben and Me ..read more

Established in Nebraska in 1872, Arbor Day is observed on the last Friday in April each year. Nebraska newspaper editor-turned-senator J. Sterling Morton proposed the holiday when he noticed the territory’s lacking tree population. Using these Arbor Day homeschool resources, your family will spend some time appreciating the beauty, value, and science of trees. Arbor […] The post Arbor Day Homeschool Resources appeared first on Ben and Me ..read more

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