Our Favorite Learning Resources
Today, we are thrilled to share with you some of our absolute favorite learning resources that have been making a significant impact on our homeschooling journey!
Education.com: We started with this during the transition from virtual public school to full homeschooling. I appreciated the fact that they let you download and print a certain number of materials free each month. We purchased the yearly subscription that allows you to print out an unlimited amount of resources and gives you access to their learning game. My kids have really enjoyed this, and I like the ability to print out supplemental work sheets as needed. >>More Information
Reading Eggs: This was a favorite from when we started homeschooling. I haven’t used it in a few years but plan to supplement my youngest son’s curriculum with Reading Eggs. My kids loved to play this and this was one of their favorites for a long time. It says it goes up to age 13 but I will say around 8 or 9 my older kids started loosing interest in playing it. In my opinion it is best for kids 8 and under. >> More Information
Adapted Mind: We used this one for a couple of years as well. My kids enjoyed playing this online game and I liked how it covered many subjects. My younger kids really enjoyed it my older daughter not so much. I’d say this is perfect for kids 9 and under.
Night Zookeeper: This is a program I heard about for years before we tried it and I’m so glad we did. It has a focus on Language Arts and Writing. I like how my kids can connect with their friends and practice their writing skills while receiving feedback. All of my older kids could spend hours on here they love it so much. Click this link to save $5 >> More Information
Generation Genius: This website has been one of the best finds since starting our homeschool journey. They have tons of science and math videos on their site. These aren’t those boring, dry science videos either. They are very fun, engaging and my kids beg to watch them all the time. In addition to the videos they offer lesson plans and printables to go along with the videos. This could easily be used for an elementary science curriculum. >> More Information
123 Homeschool 4 Me: This website has been around for a long time and has a huge variety of printable resources and information. I use this a lot when my kids are in preschool, and I like the book lists too. >>More Information
Canva: I started using Canva for a business I owned over a decade ago. A few years ago they started marketing to educators. This is by far the easiest way to make worksheets, daily flows and more. I highly recommend this! >> More Information
Local Library Website: Check your local libraries website. Our library offers use of Mango Language for free, a wonderful learning resource called Galileo and access to thousand of e-books. Galileo has been the most recent gem I’ve found. There are videos, lessons and printables for a wide variety of subjects and ages all free. In addition to these digital resources you may be able to check out learning materials. I know our library has STEAM kits.
Free Field Trips with Your Library Card: Did you know a lot of libraries offer a free pass you can check out to go to different places? In Central Ohio this is called a Culture Pass and will get you free admission into places like The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. As of last year, you can now get tickets to BalletMet and CAPA performances! Georgia has this too it’s called The Experience Pass Program in our area. With this pass you can get in free to The Georgia Aquarium, Zoo Atlanta and even some performances. I included the links to the two states we’ve lived in but this is available in many states!
>> Columbus Metropolitan Library Culture Pass
>> Troup Harris Regional Libraries Experience Pass Program
As I learn about or think of more resources I will add them to this post. If you have a resource you’d like to share, I’d love for you to leave it in the comments!
Teach Your Monster: My kids love this during the elementary years. It’s a great way to help them review phonics, reading and math. My son is using this now and plays it all the time! >> More Information
