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Our mission is to help you homeschool affordably – without sacrificing quality. Whether you’re here because you love a great bargain or because you’re homeschooling on a tight budget, we’re here to support you with free and low-cost resources that work.
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Find practical, budget-friendly support for your homeschool journey – whether you’re just starting out or looking to refresh your routine. This section includes lesson plans, educational discounts, and a growing library of flexible unit studies. Visit the Homeschooling Main Page to explore it all.
Explore a nationwide (and growing!) list of homeschool skate sessions. Whether you’re planning a trip or just need a fun, active break in your week – find a homeschool skate near you.
Explore simple, affordable ways to boost your family’s health and energy – from smoothie bowls and infused waters to home workouts, juicing tips, and roller skating basics. This section is all about wellness that fits into real life, even on a shoestring.
In our Michigan section, you’ll find local homeschool support groups, events, field trip ideas, and special homeschool days at museums and other attractions. We also share practical tips and regional insights just for Michigan homeschooling families. It’s your go-to spot for discovering fun, budget-friendly learning opportunities throughout Michigan and making the most of your homeschool journey.
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Stay on top of your homeschool life, routines, and goals with practical planning tools and organizing ideas. This section includes Erin Condren planner reviews, layout photos, and home organization tips that help keep things running smoothly.
Africa is the second-largest continent on Earth, with 54 countries and more than a billion people. It has the world's longest river (the Nile), the biggest hot desert (the Sahara), rain forests, grassy savannas full of elephants, lions, giraffes, and zebras, and snowy Mount Kilimanjaro, which sits ... Read More
Mesopotamia means "the land between the rivers." It sat between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers in what is now Iraq, and many people call it the cradle of civilization. Here the Sumerians built the first cities, invented one of the first kinds of writing, and may have ... Read More
Cranberry Thanksgiving mini unit study to go along with Cranberry Thanksgiving by Wende and Harry Devlin. Sites to help you supplement the book. What are your favorites? All About Cranberries Cranberry Facts (Ocean Spray): How cranberries grow and are harvested.oceanspray.com Cranberry Facts (Wisconsin State Cranberry Growers Association): ... Read More
Birds are the only animals with feathers. All birds have wings, beaks, and lay eggs, but not all of them can fly. There are more than 10,000 kinds of birds, from the tiny bee hummingbird, smaller than your thumb, to the ostrich, which is taller than a ... Read More
Australia is the only country that is also a whole continent. It is the smallest continent, the flattest, and the driest one where people live. Most Australians live near the coast, while the huge, dry middle of the country is called the outback. Australia is home to ... Read More
Explore the lasting influence of Ancient Rome with this flexible unit study. Created for a variety of ages and learning styles, it offers maps, book lists, crafts, video links, and vocabulary. Students will dive into Roman daily life, architecture, government, and cultural contributions while connecting history with ... Read More
Introduce learners to the history, geography, culture, and contributions of Ancient China through this flexible, multi-subject unit study. Designed for a range of grade levels, this unit offers hands-on projects, literature connections, printable activities, and creative research ideas. Families can pick and choose resources to build an ... Read More
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