Jan 20, 2021 | Online Homeschool, Susan Eggers
A good textbook is a vital tool for the student of history. It can outline the story of history concisely and can help the student answer the basic questions of when and where and why. But adding elements of literature can be a valuable way to flesh out your study...
May 2, 2020 | College Preparation, Susan Eggers
For decades historians have debated the merits of studying World History or Western Civilization. There is no real consensus about which is more beneficial for students. If learned historians cannot definitively answer this question, how can homeschool parents hope...
Apr 8, 2019 | Rigorous Courses, Susan Eggers
3 Reasons Why Your Child Should Study Geography You’ve probably all seen videos like this one where a reporter stops people on the street and asks them geography questions. Often the person responding shows a sad lack of even basic knowledge about the world. ...
Dec 4, 2018 | Online Homeschool, Susan Eggers
Letter to a Homeschool Mom Dear Homeschool Mom, I know that this time of year can be hard. The excitement and newness of the school year has given way to exhaustion and routine. The questions tumble through your mind: Am I doing the right thing for my children? If...
Jul 12, 2018 | Rigorous Courses, Susan Eggers
Timelines and Traveling the World: History and Geography Projects The Beauty of the Timeline for History and Geography Projects When we study history, typically we move chronologically, discussing different topics and regions. It can be difficult to see the “big...
Mar 8, 2018 | Rigorous Courses, Susan Eggers
Navigating Social Studies: What Does My Child Need to Take? As an online teacher and former history department chair, I have been asked this question many times. While the scope and sequence of some subjects are fairly straightforward, deciding when to take social...
