http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/Kid-Friendly-Curriculum-blog.html The Kid Friendly, Parent Pleasing Way to Learn en-us Kid Friendly Homeschool Curriculum Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:42:52 GMT Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:42:52 GMT kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/planning-together.html Planning together with the kids can be an assett when devising your unit studies. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:42:52 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/conductors-and-insulators-matchcard.html Conductors and Insulators MatchCard guides students to investigate what materials are electrical conductors or insulators. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 01:24:54 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/electrical-circuit-matchcard.html Electrical Circuit MatchCard introduces students to the electric circuit diagram and uses simple activities to demonstrate the flow of electrons. Tue, 20 Jul 2010 23:22:08 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/dont-expect-what-you-dont-inspect.html Inspect - don't expect is an old adage I have found to be true. How often have our kids told us they cleaned their room only to find their rooms barely Sat, 17 Jul 2010 23:26:12 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/convection-conduction-radiation-matchcard.html The Convection Conduction Radiation MatchCard explores the three types of transfer of heat with cool science experiments and review activities. Fri, 16 Jul 2010 23:04:11 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/evaporation-and-condensation-matchcard.html Explore the states of matter with the Freezing, Melting, Evaporation and Condensation Matchcard. Thu, 15 Jul 2010 02:30:27 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/changing-seasons-matchcard.html The Changing Seasons MatchCard explores the weather in the northern and southern hemispheres in relation to the earth's revolution around the sun. Tue, 13 Jul 2010 22:04:19 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/calligraphy.html We bought a calligraphy kit on sale a few months ago, and it has opened up a whole new avenue of art. The first kit was by Sheaffer, but since then we Fri, 09 Jul 2010 20:59:48 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/cool-science-experiments.html Here are a variety of cool science experiments to promote hands-on learning. Wed, 07 Jul 2010 22:51:59 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/the-boston-tea-party.html Elizabeth: Aye, George. So we know that the Indians who dumped the tea were not really Indians. What should we do now? George: Elizabeth, I think Wed, 07 Jul 2010 17:57:45 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/celsius-to-fahrenheit-matchcard.html The Celsius to Fahrenheit MatchCard investigates the freezing and boiling points of different substances; and practices converting between the two scales. Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:42:30 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/sound-waves-matchcard.html The Sound Waves MatchCard explores pitch, intensity, amplitude and frequency as students experiment with sound waves. Sun, 04 Jul 2010 19:36:30 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/pet-tornado.html How to use a pet tornado Sun, 04 Jul 2010 00:52:09 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/writing-dialogue.html Writing dialogue to narrate history is the goal of this lesson. Sat, 03 Jul 2010 23:40:07 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/Homeschool-Computer-Skills.html Computers are part of modern education. This list of homeschool computer skills and resources will help you give them the tools they need. Sat, 03 Jul 2010 00:57:57 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/magnet-experiments-matchcard.html The Magnet Experiments MatchCard leads students on an exploration of the poles of common magnets. Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:36:58 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/refraction-and-reflection-matchcard.html The refraction and reflection Matchcard are from the Light and Energy Unit Study. This project will explain and demonstrate the refraction, reflection, and absorption of light waves. Wed, 30 Jun 2010 19:01:06 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/translucent-objects-matchcard.html The Translucent Objects Matchcard provides educational information and hands-on demonstrations of the characteristics of translucent, transparent, and opaque objects. Wed, 30 Jun 2010 01:18:29 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/science-notebooks.html Science notebooks are a way students can keep a journal of their science projects and investigations. There are a variety of effective and creative ways this can be done. Sun, 27 Jun 2010 03:07:21 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/borderline-usa-edition.html This is a card game that helps teach the states and its neighboring states. Your child learns the name, shape, and part of the US that the state is located Fri, 25 Jun 2010 18:56:25 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/time-for-kids-world-atlas.html This is a great atlas put out by Time Magazine for students. Most countries have a two page spread with map, wonderful pictures, and facts about that Fri, 25 Jun 2010 18:55:28 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/geography-resources.html Our geography resources include geography games for kids, activities, and products for homeschool geography. Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:28:07 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/best-computer-course.html This is the best computer course for teens or adults who have a grasp of the basics listed in our computer scope and sequence. With these course, they will master the business and computer skills used in today's internet-driven market. Sat, 19 Jun 2010 22:47:52 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/shakespeare-for-kids.html Shakespeare for Kids - You do not have to wait until high school literature to enjoy Shakespeare. His plays, after all, were written to be enjoyed by the common people, not to torture all but the most studious. Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:16:02 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/shakespeare-projects.html Here are some suggestions for Shakespeare projects for a literature unit study. Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:12:19 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/handwriting-practice-for-preschool.html This list of ideas for handwriting practice for preschoolers helps young children begin letter formation. Sun, 13 Jun 2010 01:27:51 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/educational-objectives-for-homeschool.html Here is a template for writing educational objectives for homeschool programs. This will allow you to assess your child's progress and update the list of objectives year by year as your student progresses. Sun, 06 Jun 2010 02:18:48 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/homeschool-conventions.html Shopping at homeschool conventions can be enjoyable and economical. Here are some tips to get the most of your limited time and money. Sun, 25 Apr 2010 02:22:09 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/keyboarding.html Practice your keyboarding and typing skills. Sat, 24 Apr 2010 23:58:23 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/games-to-teach-reading.html There are many games to teach reading and reinforce reading skills in the early elementary years. Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:07:42 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/balanced-literacy-is-unbalanced.html Balanced literacy is a misnomer. There is so much repetition that time is wasted. I don't know what this does for the struggling reader, but my child Mon, 12 Apr 2010 01:17:32 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/fun-math-activities.html Math manipulatives provide fun math activities that teach and reinforce math concepts. Wed, 07 Apr 2010 16:45:18 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/art-masterpiece-mysteries.html The Art Masterpiece Mysteries . Tue, 30 Mar 2010 02:56:27 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/the-shy-homeschool-child.html Some people stereotype all homeschoolers as socially incompetent. When they actually meet a quiet or shy homeschool child, they feel justified in their assessment. Mon, 29 Mar 2010 01:00:52 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/social-advantages-of-homeschooling.html There are social advantages of homeschooling. Students have a greater number of social choices, increased opportunity to develop personal responsibility, and more flexibility. Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:41:01 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/social-disadvantages-of-homeschooling.html What are the social disadvantages of homeschooling? If such disadvantages exist, is it possible for the child to overcome them? Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:39:56 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/children's-literature.html Here is a selection of classic children's literature and guides for your literary studies. Sat, 27 Mar 2010 18:00:23 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/bruce-mcintyre-drawing-guides.html My kids loved the Drawing Textbook and completed it a few years ago. So I was excited to see you have other books by McIntyre. We are looking forward Thu, 25 Mar 2010 01:20:49 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/ways-to-boost-self-confidence.html How to build confidence? Use these 3 great ways to boost self confidence in children Wed, 24 Mar 2010 21:01:41 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/Homeschool-writing-contest.html The is the One of a Kind Homeschool Writing Contest. Everyone learns and everyone has fun. Mon, 22 Mar 2010 15:37:04 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/base-10-blocks.html This is a great tool for teaching the base system of tens, hundreds, and thousands. The ones are little blue blocks 1 cm squared. The tens are sticks Fri, 19 Mar 2010 14:58:08 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/social-skills-worksheets.html These comprehensive social skills worksheets provide a framework for developing social, personal, and leadership skills. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:48:32 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/Social-Skills-Activities.html Are you afraid your child will not be socialized or adjusted if you homeschool? In reality, social skills activities are more abundant and provide greater opportunities for your student to develop leadership skills and personal responsibility. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 01:16:01 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/daniel-14.html Dying and living is something many people overlook. When they are alive, most people do not take life as a gift from God. Some people Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:41:57 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/anna-age-9.html Are you not learning enough with just books and papers? Do you want something different to do all day instead of the same routine again and again? Go to Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:34:44 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/syllable-savvy.html We just started using your spelling program for our 10 year old son and it really works for him. I have just about pulled my hair out trying different Tue, 02 Mar 2010 20:22:53 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/homeschool-grammar.html Big Bad Grammar Slammer; the homeschool grammar curriculum and game that teaches correct grammar and punctuation. Sun, 21 Feb 2010 18:59:32 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/Writing-Rubrics.html A step by step process to develop your own writing rubrics for your homeschool program. Sun, 21 Feb 2010 05:14:18 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/balanced-reading-and-literacy-block-cause-problems-in-intermediate-division-middle-school.html There are lots of articles preaching the glory of balanced literacy. I will leave the praising to them! To create a balanced debate about balanced literacy, Thu, 18 Feb 2010 17:22:02 GMT http://www.kid-friendly-homeschool-curriculum.com/More-Writing-Rubrics.html Here are more writing rubrics to help evaluate and grade your homeschool students' writing. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 16:36:29 GMT