Fairfax County Privacy Concerns 15 Oct 10:00 PM (6 days ago)
UPDATE 4 P.M.: FCPS has recieved confirmation from the vendor that the data has been successfully removed from their system. Within the last two days, HEAV received more than 120 contacts from concerned parents regarding an email they received from Lightspeed Systems, an educational software company and Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) partner located in […]
Brian Jacques Homeschool Unit Study 15 Oct 2:00 AM (6 days ago)
As an admittedly sentimental and voracious reader, especially in childhood, I’ve built quite a list of authors whose stories have stayed with me (you can read about some of them in this Homeschool Living). But none hold quite the same place in my heart as Brian Jacques. I spent years in my pre- and early […]
NEW Member Benefit! Introducing eStudents.com 14 Oct 7:00 AM (7 days ago)
NEW Member Benefit! Introducing eStudents.com Feeling Stuck? You’re Not Alone.Let’s be honest—sometimes the homeschool year starts off strong … and then life happens.Your child loses motivation.A subject starts feeling like a daily battle.You’re teaching something totally outside your comfort zone.And that momentum you had? It’s suddenly gone. Enter eStudents.com This brand-new program is designed to […]
Delightful Art Company: Membership Art Class 13 Oct 2:00 AM (8 days ago)
New Member Benefit: FREE Live Online Art Class! Did you know that only 12% of teens retain the creativity they had at age 5? We were made to be creative—and homeschoolers are uniquely positioned to break free from the follow-and-imitate model of modern education. Meet Courtney Sanford of Delightful Art Co.—artist, educator, and lover of […]
Homeschool Science: Yo-yos and Spinning Tops 8 Oct 2:00 AM (13 days ago)
Exploring a spinning top can do more than entertain. The Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago shares a great activity that shows how weight distribution and design can change how long a spinner resists gravity and stays upright. These simple DIY projects, from toothpick tops to circle spinners made of cereal boxes and pennies, […]
Favorite Books for National Book Month 1 Oct 2:00 AM (20 days ago)
October is a special time for readers of all ages—it’s National Book Month! Whether your homeschool is filled with cozy reading nooks, stacks of favorite books and novels, or spirited discussions around the dining table, this month is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the magic of books. From classic tales that spark imagination to adventures […]
Teaching Homeschool Math With Storytelling 24 Sep 2:00 AM (27 days ago)
If you’ve ever looked up from a math book and seen nothing but blank stares, you’re not alone. But what if teaching math didn’t have to feel like a chore? What if it could be more about stories, mysteries, and play? September 25 is Math Storytelling Day—a fun reminder that numbers don’t have to live […]
Journaling In Your Homeschool 17 Sep 2:00 AM (last month)
In homeschool life, we get to shape not only what our children learn, but how their hearts and minds grow. One simple habit that often gets overlooked is journaling—a tool that helps kids reflect, express, and develop in ways that ordinary daily instruction sometimes can’t touch. Whether your child is very verbal or more reserved, […]
Meet Your Virginia Legislator 10 Sep 9:00 AM (last month)
You Are the Face of Homeschooling—Be Visible! Have you ever thought about what your legislator really knows about homeschooling? Chances are—very little. They may not know its rich history in Virginia, the laws that protect it, or the everyday stories of joy, perseverance, and success that fill your homeschool days. That’s why we’re inviting you […]
Brainstorming In Your Homeschool 10 Sep 2:00 AM (last month)
Creativity and flexibility are the hallmarks of homeschooling. One skill that beautifully blends both is brainstorming—that vibrant burst of ideas that comes when kids are free to think without limits. Whether it’s drawing inspiration for a creative project or solving a tricky problem, brainstorming empowers children to explore, invent, and grow. Check out this Homeschool […]
Journey to 250: Virginia ~ Mother of Presidents 6 27 Aug 2:00 AM (last month)
What could you accomplish if you only went to school for eleven weeks a year? Read about this week’s presidential personality and find out some of the things he was able to do. As we continue on our “Journey to 250,” we are introduced to a personality who helped the United States double in size. […]
Journey to 250: Virginia ~ Mother of Presidents 5 20 Aug 2:00 AM (2 months ago)
I never really wanted to be president. I didn’t really feel compelled by all of the political movements. However, because of my military leadership as a United States Army major general, others thought I would be great for the job. Heritage of Military Leaders I was born in Barboursville, VA, which you probably know as […]