Kid Friendly Homeschool Curriculum Blog

May 5, Lunar Eclipse

Sat, 05 May 2012 04:20:47 GMT

Kids will enjoy learning about the causes of lunar eclipses with hands-on activities that differentiate the types of eclipses that occur.

Apr 29, Moon Cycle

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 05:22:52 GMT

Watching the moon cycle is a fascinating way to introduce children to astronomy. Get the FREE downloadable phases of the moon worksheet for kids. Information and activities for studying the lunar phase cycle from MatchCard Science Astronomy Unit Study.

Apr 25, Solar System for Kids

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 21:18:23 GMT

Free download of our worksheet and the solar system for kids in elementary and middle school. Learn the order, size, orbits, and distance of the planet. Lesson and activities from MatchCard Science Astronomy Unit Study.

Apr 24, Earths Rotation

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:58:09 GMT

Compare and contrast earths rotation and earths revolution in our astronomy for kids unit from MatchCard Science. Free download of the rotation and revolution worksheet can be printed.

Apr 13, Homeschool Grammar

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 23:41:52 GMT

Big Bad Grammar Slammer - The homeschool grammar curriculum and game that teaches correct grammar and punctuation.

Apr 11, Periodic Chart

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 19:06:49 GMT

The FREE download of the periodic chart familiarizes students with information found on the chemistry periodic table. Information builds on previous concepts, shows where to find information about particular elements, and differentiates the metals and non-metals.

Apr 11, Handwriting Practice Sheets

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:00:23 GMT

These free handwriting practice sheets are from the Better Letter Primer. Download of free printable, lined handwriting practice pages included.

Apr 9, Homeschool Unit Studies

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 18:24:35 GMT

The Learning Tree is a model of homeschool unit studies that fosters student participation in the learning process. It provides specific objectives and minimum requirements to ensure students remain active and involved.

Apr 8, Choosing Literature

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 23:06:37 GMT

With so many great classical literature books available, how do you decide what your child should read? Here are 6 tips for choosing literature for your children.

Apr 7, Acids and Bases

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 22:11:32 GMT

The FREE download of the Acids and Bases MatchCard is from our chemistry for kids unit study. Use the acid base worksheets and homemade litmus paper to teach the properties of acids and bases.

Apr 5, Electrical Circuit MatchCard

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 17:49:16 GMT

Electrical Circuit MatchCard introduces students to the electric circuit diagram and uses simple activities to demonstrate the flow of electrons. FREE download of the electrical circuit worksheet.

Apr 2, Essay Rubrics

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 14:59:25 GMT

We have a variety of free downloadable essay rubrics to evaluate writing. Sample writing rubrics for middle school and high school include include 100 point rubric, 6+1 Traits Writing Rubric, Basic Research Rubric. Elementary writing rubrics are also available.

Mar 27, More Writing Rubrics

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 23:40:42 GMT

We have free downloads of more writing rubrics for elementary, middle school and high school. Print our downloads, or follow the step by step instructions to develop your own.

Mar 18, Research Paper Rubrics

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 02:03:38 GMT

Our downloadable research paper rubrics allow you to score your student's writing on a 100 point scale. 66% of the grade is content and 33% is mechanics.

Mar 17, Holistic Writing Rubric

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 20:01:56 GMT

Our free holistic writing rubric evaluates content, mechanics, and following the writing process. This basic writing rubric can be used from upper elementary through high school. It consists of a 100 point rubric to guide the student to improved writing ability.

Mar 17, Conservation of Mass

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 15:53:46 GMT

Our free download of the conservation of mass worksheet shows kids how matter is changed in a chemical reaction without being destroyed. Add a little Alka-Seltzer and a Ziploc bag and they can see for themselves..

Mar 12, Elementary Writing Rubrics

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 23:47:26 GMT

Use the elementary writing rubrics to evaluate and guide writing in the primary years. FREE download of 6 different primary grade writing rubrics.

Mar 11, 4th Grade Writing Rubric

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 01:03:06 GMT

Download this free, printable 4th grade writing rubric. Evaluate your fourth graders writing assignment for length, word choice, main idea, and mechanics.

Mar 10, Third Grade Writing Rubric

Sat, 10 Mar 2012 05:12:18 GMT

Here is a free downloadable third grade writing rubric for writing assignments from your 3rd grade students. See our other writing rubrics to evaluate writing from kindergarten through high school.

Mar 10, Density Formula

Sat, 10 Mar 2012 04:17:22 GMT

Teach the density formula with our FREE download of the density worksheet for kids in 3rd to 8th grade. Hands on projects and chemistry worksheet to compare different objects are used to explore the density.

Mar 2, First Grade Writing Rubrics

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 01:10:48 GMT

We have first grade writing rubrics to evaluate students' writing. Evaluate length, communication of an idea, word usage and mechanics with our FREE 1st grade writing rubric.

Feb 26, Kindergarten Writing Rubric

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 22:15:04 GMT

Our free downloadable kindergarten writing rubric will help evaluate your students writing. It includes criteria for sentences, penmanship, spelling, and communication of ideas.

Feb 26, Six Traits Writing Rubric

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 21:24:22 GMT

Our free downloadable six traits writing rubric will help evaluate your students writing. It includes the elements of 6 + 1 Traits writing to guide students to improve their written skills.

Feb 7, Solid Liquid Gas Worksheet

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:50:05 GMT

The Solid Liquid Gas Worksheet from MatchCard Science Chemistry Unit Study explores the state of matter. With the free download of the worksheet, your students will identify the properties of solids, liquids, and gases.

Feb 3, English Grammar Tutorial

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:40:21 GMT

Here is a brief English grammar tutorial on the 37 lessons of the Big Bad Grammar Slammer. Download the Clue Cards to learn how to diagram sentences using major grammar concepts.

Jan 26, Physical and Chemical Changes

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:08:16 GMT

Our Physical and Chemical Changes Worksheets help students explain the difference between chemical and physical changes. Free download and suggested activities.

Jan 18, Molecules and Compounds

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:39:19 GMT

A common dilemna for our young scientists is understanding the relationship between molecules and compounds. Our FREE download of the MatchCard on Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures clarifies the relationship.

Jan 10, Phonics versus Sight Words -- What Is The Proper Balance?

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 18:42:05 GMT

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Jan 9, Water Molecule

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 18:24:34 GMT

Our free download of the water molecule worksheet from MatchCard Science reviews chemistry concepts and teaches students in 3rd to 8th grade the structure and composition of H2O.

Jan 7, Convection Conduction Radiation

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 01:51:07 GMT

The Convection Conduction Radiation worksheet from MatchCard Science explores the three types of transfer of heat. FREE download gives students practice identifying types of heat transfer and suggestions for hands on demonstrations.

Jan 2, Conductors and Insulators

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 04:43:34 GMT

Conductors and Insulators MatchCard guides students to investigate what materials are electrical conductors or insulators. Download the FREE worksheet for your students in upper elementary and middle school.

Dec 24, Molecule Worksheets

Sat, 24 Dec 2011 19:23:04 GMT

The molecule worksheets are from the MatchCard Science Chemistry Unit Study for kids. FREE download reinforces the difference between atoms and molecules.

Dec 12, The Tragedy - Josiah(11)

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 03:21:52 GMT

Eight year old William Turner wanted to be a sailor and convinced his parents to let him become a cabin boy. In a few years he became second

Dec 12, Perry Hopes You Forget - Geneva (14)

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 03:20:32 GMT

Campaigning for the presidency of the United States of America is Texas Governor Rick Perry, a 61 year old Republican with two children. He

Dec 10, Chemistry Worksheets

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 19:53:38 GMT

The free chemistry worksheets from MatchCard Science provide easy ways to learn chemistry for kids. Teach parts of atoms, atomic number, and electron levels with fun projects.

Nov 30, Chemistry for Kids

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 01:47:49 GMT

Do you want to make chemistry for kids easier to understand? The second lesson of our MatchCard Chemistry Unit Study has students make atomic models of hydrogen and helium atoms. This teaches the componenets of the nucleus, electron rings, and atomic number. FREE download on this site.

Nov 20, Science Projects for Kids

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 20:26:13 GMT

Our list of science projects for kids provides hours of hands-on science. It's better than computer games; so check out some of the ideas and cool science equipment that will stimulate their thinking.

Nov 18, Model of Atom

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 04:08:16 GMT

Our model of atoms shows the electrons, protons and neutrons. Worksheet and activities are from the MatchCard Science Chemistry Unit Study and teach the parts of the atom for students in 3rd to 8th grade.

Nov 13, Endocrine System Worksheets

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 05:33:18 GMT

The endocrine system worksheets provide lesson plans from the MatchCard Science Human Anatomy for grades 5 - 8. With the FREE download of the worksheet, your students will identify six endocrine glands, a major hormone it produces, and the effect on the human body.

Nov 1, Drawing Textbook

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 01:29:09 GMT

The Drawing Textbook by Bruce McIntyre has been developing artistic skills for over 40 years.

Oct 27, Skin Worksheets

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 18:02:15 GMT

The human skin worksheets for kids provide lesson plans from the MatchCard Science Human Anatomy for grades 3 - 8. With the free download of the worksheet, your students will identify the function of the major parts of skin and participate in hands-on activities.

Oct 21, Human Ear Diagram

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 18:28:15 GMT

The FREE download of the Ear Anatomy provides human ear diagram and matching information cards for students in 3rd to 8th grade. Hands-on activities are included in the teacher's page.

Oct 17, Book Report Template

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 16:22:32 GMT

Our book report template will give you ideas for a more creative report.

Oct 10, Of Faith and Knowledge

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 15:29:12 GMT

Of Faith and Knowledge is a high school theology course that can be downloaded for free. It is a four year course that systematically presents Christian studies through a four year curriculum. Classic works are used to present a broad foundation in Biblical theology at the secondary level.

Oct 10, Bible Reading Plans

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 15:16:18 GMT

Free download of daily Bible reading plans for kids and adults. A Bible reading plan for elementary aged children includes selected monthly portions from different parts of the Bible with 5-verse-a-day and 15-verse-a-day plans.

Sep 9, Human Eye Worksheet

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 00:59:40 GMT

Here is a FREE download of the human eye worksheet. This lesson is from MatchCard Science Human Anatomy Unit Study for 3rd - 8th grade.

Sep 8, Human Eye Diagram

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 23:15:37 GMT

The human eye diagram is on our free eye worksheet for kids in 3rd to 8th grade from the Human Anatomy MatchCard Science Unit Study.

Sep 2, Homeschool Writing Contest

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 18:11:57 GMT

The is the One of a Kind Homeschool Writing Contest. Everyone learns and everyone has fun. Enter our Fall 2011 Contest: Expository Writing with the 5 W's. Develop a journalist report using who, what, when, where, and why

Aug 27, Nervous System for Kids

Sat, 27 Aug 2011 22:01:23 GMT

Check out our FREE download of the nervous system for kids. It includes the human nervous system worksheet and hands-activities. This lesson is part of the Human Anatomy Unit Study for 3rd - 8th grade.

Aug 14, Balanced Literacy

Sun, 14 Aug 2011 01:32:08 GMT

Balanced Literacy: A balanced critique of a growing trend to combine whole language and phonics