Tips for Homeschool Science Podcast from Elemental Science
217 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 18 ratingsIs science one of those subjects you struggle with teaching in your homeschool? You have come to the right place! Hi, I'm Paige Hudson, a veteran homeschooling mom, and author of the programs at Elemental Science. In each season of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show, we will take the complexities of teaching science and break those down into building blocks you can use in your homeschool! Season 11 is just around the corner - new episodes will begin in the spring. Until the, we'll be sharing a few summer episodes on the first Monday of each month. See all the episodes and download show notes at https://elementalscience.com/blogs/podcast
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Ep 38 - Choosing and using living books for science
February 12, 2018 12:27 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. We all want to inspire our students - my guess is that this is one of the main reasons we have chosen to homeschool. One of my main goals is to help you all inspire your students to love science. And because of that, I am super excited to share with you all the first part of our next session - Inspiring your students to love science through living books. In this first section, we are going to chat about what exactly a living book is and how to choose one...
Get Together {Homeschool Science Tip of the Month February 2018}
February 04, 2018 00:00 - 1 minute - 1.22 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. **Homeschool Science Tip - Get together with a friend to do experiments!** Do you remember the old Doublemint gum commercial from the 90's? The one that with the jingle "Double the pleasure, double the fun"? Well getting together with a friend to do experiments is like chewing a stick of Double-mint gum for your homeschool science plans. Your students can interact and work together, which means that discussion times are double the fun. Plus you get to sha...
Ep 37 - Notebooking for Science 101
January 28, 2018 00:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. I love notebooking! I have seen just how effective this method of recording what a student has learned can be over my {ahem} years of homeschooling. And so I’m super excited to share with you all the third and final part of the Three Keys to Teaching Science Session where we are going to chat about the third key – keeping a record. Welcome to season 2 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show where we are breaking down the lofty ideals of teaching scienc...
Ep 36 - Finding Scientific Information 101
January 14, 2018 00:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. We are back with the second part of the Three Keys to Teaching Science Session. And in this episode, we are going to chat about the second key – gathering information. Welcome to season 2 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show where we are breaking down the lofty ideals of teaching science into building blocks you can use in your homeschool. For show notes visit: https://elementalscience.com/blogs/podcast/36 ------------------------------- **Share ...
Ep 35 - Hands-on Science 101: Three Keys to Teaching Science at Home, Part 1
January 08, 2018 00:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. Hi, I’m back in your earbuds to start 2018 off right! And as promised, for season 2 we are opening up our conference vaults. The first session we are going to share is my most popular one – The Three Keys to Teaching Science and today we are going to kick that off with chatting about the basics of hands-on science. Welcome to season 2 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show where we are breaking down the lofty ideals of teaching science into building bl...
Mid-year Evaluation {Homeschool Science Tip of the Month January 2018}
January 07, 2018 00:00 - 2 minutes - 1.76 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. **Homeschool Science Tip - Do a mid-year curricula evaluation.** The new year is the perfect time to do a mid-year evaluation of your homeschool science curriculum! It's a good time to reflect on how the first half of the year has gone and make any course corrections for the remaining half of the year. Download a free printable with the questions to ask and get more homeschool science tips by visiting https://elementalscience.com/blogs/homeschool-science...
Holiday Science {Homeschool Science Tip of the Month December 2017}
November 27, 2017 00:00 - 2 minutes - 1.64 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. **Homeschool Science Tip - Do a few holiday-themed science projects!** Our tree is up. The house is decorated for Christmas. It's a tradition in my family to decorate just after Thanksgiving - that way we can enjoy the trimmings for the whole month of December! We have another tradition, one that has to do with our homeschool plans. We not only spread holiday cheer throughout our home, we sprinkle a little throughout our lessons. Dig a little bit deepe...
Ep 34 - State of the THS Podcast
November 20, 2017 00:00 - 3 minutes - 5.31 MBIt’s time for a state of the podcast address!! Today we are going to chat about the plans for the Tips for Homeschool Science Show. Hi, I’m Paige Hudson and for the last year, I have been breaking down the lofty concepts of teaching science into building blocks you can use in your homeschool. **Highlights** I have had so much fun recording all the tips we have shared over the last year and I thank you for the encouraging emails letting me know how much you enjoy this podcast. Don’t worry, ...
State of the THS Podcast 2017
November 20, 2017 00:00 - 3 minutes - 2.63 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. It’s time for a state of the podcast address!! Today we are going to chat about the plans for the Tips for Homeschool Science Show for 2018. Hi, I’m Paige Hudson and for the last year, I have been breaking down the lofty concepts of teaching science into building blocks you can use in your homeschool. 1 Summer series...33 Official episodes...More than 10,000 downloads...And lots of thank you’s that have encouraged me along the way! It is amazing to me h...
Ep 33 - What do you do when you are behind in science in your homeschool?
November 13, 2017 00:00 - 6 minutes - 4.63 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. At one of the conventions this past year, a woman took me aside and whispered to me, “I have a confession to make – we haven’t done any science in weeks. What am I supposed to do?” And today, I want to share my answer with you all because I know that this lady was not the only one out there who has been behind in their plans for science! Welcome to season 1 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show where we are breaking down the lofty ideals of teaching s...
Use Lapbooks {Homeschool Science Tip of the Month November 2017}
November 06, 2017 00:00 - 1 minute - 1.23 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. **Homeschool Science Tip - Use a lapbook to review what you have studied in science!** Lapbooks are a sort of education scrapbooks that fit in the comfort of your lap.A lapbook usually contains a collection of related mini-books on a certain subject. These mini books will have a picture of the subject with the information your student has learned conveniently located inside the mini-book. Head on over to the post for this month's tip: https://elementals...
Ep 32 - Can babies, toddlers, and science mix? Yes, as long as you use these 5 simple tips!
October 23, 2017 00:00 - 7 minutes - 4.99 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. Are you getting ready to add a baby into the mix? Is your littlest one getting ready to start walking? These are precious times and we do need to slow down and savor them because they pass so quickly! So, does that mean that we should stop teaching science to our older set during this fleeting window? Not necessarily! In this episode, I am going to share a few tips with you to help you continue to teach science even with little ones underfoot. Welcome to...
Ep 31 - Have you been scared away from teaching science by one of these common science-fears?
October 08, 2017 00:00 - 6 minutes - 4.53 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. With Halloween almost upon us, our Instagram and Facebook feeds are packed with all sorts of scary things. And today, I wanted to address the scariest of them all – teaching science at home! If you have been listening to this podcast for any length of time, you know I don’t think that is true! Even so, today in this episode we are going to chat about three common science-fears and why those puppies shouldn’t scare you at all! Welcome to season 1 of the ...
Field Trip {Homeschool Science Tip of the Month October 2017}
October 01, 2017 00:00 - 2 minutes - 1.46 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. **Homeschool Science Tip of the Month - Set aside some time to take a field trip for science!** A field trip is an opportunity for you to get out of your pj's and disrupt your routine! I am not saying you have to travel halfway across the country, you can also look in your own backyard. We have visited local parks, businesses, and museums on our science field trips as well. Get more ideas and tips at https://elementalscience.com/blogs/homeschool-science-...
Ep 30 - Are you finding it hard to stay on track week after week in science?
September 23, 2017 00:00 - 5 minutes - 3.61 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. If you find it hard to stay on track week after week with your homeschool science plans, you are not alone - being consistent takes some work on our parts. In this episode of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show, Paige is going to share with you four steps to help you stay on track week after week in science! Welcome to season 1 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show where we are breaking down the lofty ideals of teaching science into building blocks y...
Ep 29 - 5 Tips to help you get it all done - if that's even possible...
September 10, 2017 00:00 - 4 minutes - 3.48 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. As a homeschooler and work at home mom, it’s hard to find that balance between all the things that pull on my schedule. It is difficult to figure out how to organize my week so that I can do what I need to do and not get too side-tracked by what I don’t. In this episode of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show, I am going to answer the question, “How do you get it all done?” Welcome to season 1 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show where we are breaking...
Adjustments {Homeschool Science Tip of the Month September 2017}
August 31, 2017 00:00 - 2 minutes - 1.6 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. **Homeschool Science Tip of the Month - Don't be afraid to make a few mid-year adjustments to your plans.** You have spent hours researching and preparing your plans for this year. And you managed to avoid the perfect curriculum panic that almost always strikes just before the first day.But now you are a few weeks into your school year and . . . well . . . things aren't going the way you had planned. That perfect picture in your mind of your year is not a...
New School Year {Homeschool Science Tip of the Month August 2017}
August 12, 2017 00:00 - 1 minute - 1.34 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. **Homeschool Science Tip of the Month - Use these six tips to start your new year off on the right foot!** For most of us, August marks the beginning of a new school year. It's an exciting time! We get to finally try out that new curriculum we researched or pick back up those programs that we love. We get to bring back a bit of structure and organization to our day. But going from the freedom of summer to the discipline of your homeschooling routine is no...
SFP Ep. 7 - Invite the grandparents and neighbors to see your science fair project
August 06, 2017 00:00 - 5 minutes - 4.12 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. It's time to share your work! In the final steps, you will create a board and then invite the grandparents and neighbors to come see your science fair project. In the last science fair project challenge episode, we are going to discuss the final two steps of the science fair project. For the worksheets and the book, head to: https://elementalscience.com/sciencefairproject See the show notes packed with links to additional tips: https://elementalscienc...
SFP Ep.6 - Time to figure out what is what - how to analyze your data
July 30, 2017 00:00 - 6 minutes - 4.75 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. Now we get to figure out what is what - in other words, we'll crunch numbers and read between the lines to figure out how our test measured up to our hypothesis. In the sixth science fair project challenge episode, we are going to discuss how to analyze all the data you collected from your experiment. For the worksheets and the book, head to: https://elementalscience.com/sciencefairproject See the show notes packed with links to additional tips: https...
SFP Ep.5 - Dust off your lab coat and goggles, it is time to get dirty and do your experiment!
July 24, 2017 00:00 - 6 minutes - 4.29 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. Pull out your lab coat and goggles - if you have them - it's time to get dirty! In the fifth science fair project challenge episode, we are going to discuss the keys to performing your science fair project experiment. For the worksheets and the book, head to: https://elementalscience.com/sciencefairproject See the show notes packed with links to additional tips: https://elementalscience.com/blogs/podcast/sfp-5 ------------------------------- **Shar...
SFP Ep.4 - Roll up your sleeves, it is time to design your science fair project experiment!
July 16, 2017 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.93 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. Roll up your sleeves - it's time for the nitty-gritty fun to begin! In the fourth science fair project challenge episode, we are going to discuss how to design an experiment to test your hypothesis. For the worksheets and the book, head to: https://elementalscience.com/sciencefairproject See the show notes packed with links to additional tips: https://elementalscience.com/blogs/podcast/sfp-4 ------------------------------- **Share the Tips** If you...
The Scientific Method {Homeschool Science Tip of the Month July 2017}
July 09, 2017 00:00 - 2 minutes - 1.5 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. **Homeschool Science Tip of the Month - Practice and learn about the scientific method.** The scientific method requires that one observes and tests before making a statement of fact. It's a key principle of science that we need to introduce to our students. But, how do we as homeschoolers do this with multiple ages of students? Check out the show notes for links to articles: https://elementalscience.com/blogs/homeschool-science-tips/scientific-method ...
SFP Ep.3 - And now you are ready to make an educated guess, your hypothesis
June 26, 2017 00:00 - 5 minutes - 3.63 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. You have your topic. You have done your research. Now, you are ready to make an educated guess. In the third science fair project challenge episode, we are going to discuss the hypothesis and how to formulate one for your project! For the worksheets and the book, head to: https://elementalscience.com/sciencefairproject See the show notes packed with links to additional tips: https://elementalscience.com/blogs/podcast/sfp-3 -------------------------...
SFP Ep.2 - Every great science fair project includes a bit of research
June 16, 2017 00:00 - 8 minutes - 6 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. You have got a topic in mind and now it's time to learn a bit more about it! In the second science fair project challenge episode, we are going to chat about the importance of doing some research! For the worksheets and the book, head to: https://elementalscience.com/sciencefairproject See the show notes packed with links to additional tips: https://elementalscience.com/blogs/podcast/sfp-2 ------------------------------- **Share the Tips** If you ...
SFP Ep.1 - How to pick your science fair project topic
June 11, 2017 00:00 - 6 minutes - 4.66 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. Let's start at the beginning - choosing a topic for your science fair project. I know you are thinking there's not much to this, but choosing the right topic will help you succeed with the science fair project. In this first science fair project challenge episode, we are going to delve into the keys to choosing a topic for your project! For the worksheets and the book, head to: https://elementalscience.com/sciencefairproject See the show notes packed w...
Science Fair Project {Homeschool Science Tip of the Month June 2017}
June 03, 2017 00:00 - 1 minute - 1.17 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. **Homeschool Science Tip - Over this summer, do a Science Fair Project.** In past summers, we have chatted about summer science ideas and how to avoid the summer science slip. But in this month's summer-themed tip I want to issue a challenge - a science fair project challenge. Need some help with a science fair project? Check out our book, The Science Fair Project: A Step-by-Step Guide: https://elementalscience.com/collections/the-science-fair-project-fo...
Ep 28 - It's time to discuss the dreaded science fair project
May 22, 2017 00:00 - 5 minutes - 3.49 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. It's time for us to chat about the science fair project - I know, I know, you really don't want to, but before you hit that "x" and close out this podcast, let me encourage you to keep listening! In this episode of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show, I am going to share why you need to do a science fair project and how to break it into eight manageable steps! Welcome to season 1 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show where we are breaking down the lof...
Ep 27 - Are you considering buying a microscope for your homeschool?
May 08, 2017 10:58 - 5 minutes - 3.65 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. Looking through a microscope opens the doors to a normally invisible world for our students. Using one will help them to appreciate how complex life really is. However, choosing a microscope for homeschool use can be a bit daunting. In this episode of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show, I’m sharing tips on how to choose a microscope for homeschool science! Welcome to season 1 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show where we are breaking down the lofty...
Get Up Close {Homeschool Science Tip of the Month May 2017}
April 29, 2017 00:00 - 1 minute - 1.23 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. **Homeschool Tip of the Month - Look at something up close.** Magnifying lens and microscopes help us to see things that are hidden to our naked eyes. They help us to view the natural world in a new way and to understand how our world works on a microscopic level. This month take a moment to look at something up close. Visit https://elementalscience.com/blogs/homeschool-science-tips/get-up-close to read a few articles that will help you out! ----------...
Ep 26 - What do I do if I find classical education mid-cycle?
April 22, 2017 00:00 - 5 minutes - 3.72 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. So, you have just stumbled upon this wonderful method for homeschooling called classical education. And you want to get going, but your student falls in the middle of a stage, where do you begin? In this episode of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show, I'll be answering that question and more! Welcome to season 1 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show where we are breaking down the lofty ideals of teaching science into building blocks you can use in yo...
Ep 25 - What does science look like for the classical educator?
April 08, 2017 00:00 - 6 minutes - 4.35 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. Normally when one thinks of classical education for homeschool, they equate it with literature, Latin, and history-rich studies. Science is often seen as an afterthought or as a weak, book-centered addition to a typically rigorous curriculum plan. In this episode, I am going to share with you all what I believe a solid science plan should look like for the classical educator! Welcome to season 1 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show where we are breaki...
Don't Sweat It {Homeschool Science Tip of the Month April 2017}
April 01, 2017 00:00 - 1 minute - 1.36 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. **Homeschool Tip of the Month - Don't sweat what you haven't done, start with where you are and move forward.** It is super easy to get caught up in the could-have's, should-have's, and if-I-would-have's when it comes to life and homeschooling, especially around this time of year when we are forming our plans for the next school year. But doing so paralyzes us and keeps us from moving forward, which just compounds the problem. Visit https://elementalscie...
Ep 24 - The second question on everybody's lips: living books, encyclopedias, textbooks?
March 26, 2017 00:00 - 6 minutes - 4.31 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. It’s conference season! This means I get to meet tons of you and have the privilege of answering loads of science questions. In this episode of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show, we are going to chat about the second most frequent question I get. Welcome to season 1 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show where we are breaking down the lofty ideals of teaching science into building blocks you can use in your homeschool. For show notes visit: http...
Enjoy Spring {Homeschool Science Tip of the Month March 2017}
March 19, 2017 00:00 - 1 minute - 1.31 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. **Homeschool Science Tip - Get outside this month and enjoy the arrival of spring.** Here in the northern hemisphere, we are welcoming my favorite season - spring! The weather is turning warmer and signs of spring are popping up everywhere. It's a magical time of the year.All that works together to make this the perfect time to get outside and enjoy what nature has to teach us about science! Head on over to https://elementalscience.com/blogs/homeschool-...
Ep 23 - Have you visited the realm of the failed science experiment recently?
March 13, 2017 00:00 - 6 minutes - 4.4 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. Do you find that your experiments fail more often than not? Do you struggle with the hands-on aspect of science? In this episode of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show, I’ve got a little surprise up my sleeve just for you! Welcome to season 1 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show where we are breaking down the lofty ideals of teaching science into building blocks you can use in your homeschool. For show notes visit: https://elementalscience.com/b...
Ep 22 - Do you need to bother with the "extras" for science?
February 19, 2017 00:00 - 5 minutes - 3.59 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. The extras are optional, meaning that they are not an essential part of teaching science, so why should you even bother with them in the first place? In this episode of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show, we are going to chat about whether or not you should bother adding in the "extras" to your science plan! Welcome to season 1 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show where we are breaking down the lofty ideals of teaching science into building blocks ...
Friday Fun Day {Homeschool Science Tip of the Month February 2017}
February 11, 2017 00:00 - 1 minute - 1.37 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. **Homeschool Science Tip - End your homeschooling week with Friday Fun Day!** Have you heard of “Friday Fun Day” before? I will not pretend to be the first one to have coined this term, but we have definitely enjoyed incorporating Friday Fun Day’s into our homeschooling routine. See the full post complete with links here: https://elementalscience.com/blogs/homeschool-science-tips/friday-fun-day. ------------------------------- **Share the Tips** If yo...
Ep 21 - How to create an effective plan for homeschool science
February 04, 2017 00:00 - 5 minutes - 3.78 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. What should your plan for homeschool science include? Are there essentials things that you shouldn’t miss? And if so, how often should you do those things? In this episode of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show, we are going to chat about how you can create an effective plan for homeschool science! Welcome to season 1 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show where we are breaking down the lofty ideals of teaching science into building blocks you can use...
Ep 20 - 5 Sanity-saving tips to help you actually do experiments
January 23, 2017 00:00 - 5 minutes - 3.67 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. As homeschooling moms, we get pulled in a thousand different directions. We have multiple lessons to prepare and teach, food to get on the table, and laundry that never ends. We are multi-tasking masters and gatherers of tips to help our day go smoother! In episode 20 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show, I am going to share with you all five sanity-saving tips and that will help your science experiments go so much smoother. Welcome to season 1 of th...
Have Supplies {Homeschool Science Tip of the Month January 2017}
January 15, 2017 00:00 - 1 minute - 1.22 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. **Homeschool Science Tip - Have the supplies for your experiments on hand.** I know that I am not the only one who has picked up my science guide to start our lesson only to realize that on the schedule for the day is an experiment that requires 20 toothpicks and there is not a single one to be found anywhere in the house! Experiences like these have led me to my number one tip for experiments – have supplies for your experiment hand. Get more tips at ht...
Ep 19 - Do I really have to do experiments?
January 07, 2017 00:00 - 6 minutes - 4.57 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. I get it, your day is packed and you don’t need to add more thing. You are teaching algebra and how to count from one to ten almost all in the same breath. So, you can drop those pesky experiments, right? In episode 19 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show, I am going to answer the question – do I really have to do experiments? Welcome to season 1 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show where we are breaking down the lofty ideals of teaching science i...
Take a Break {Homeschool Science Tip of the Month December 2016}
December 11, 2016 00:00 - 2 minutes - 1.77 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. **Homeschool Science Tip - For the first time, actually take that well-deserved break from your normal science routine.** You cannot teach every minute of every day all year long. You need a break to refresh and recharge. Your children need a break to process all that you have taught them. Which brings me to this month's tip - for the first time, this holiday season, actually take that well-deserved break from your normal science (and homeschool) routine....
Ep 18 - How to easily add a sprinkle of holiday science cheer
December 04, 2016 00:00 - 5 minutes - 3.66 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. I love Christmas – the lights, the cookies, the warm, fuzzy feelings, and the holiday science experiments . . . this is definitely my favorite time of the year. And I have been waiting for months to share with you all an episode just like this one! In episode 18 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show, I am going to share with you how we add a sprinkle of Christmas science to our holiday season! Welcome to season 1 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Sho...
Thanksgiving Science {Homeschool Science Tip of the Month November 2016}
November 19, 2016 00:00 - 1 minute - 1.04 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. **Homeschool Science Tip - Plan a few science activities for your Thanksgiving festivities.** Thanksgiving is a special holiday – its sole purpose to gather friends and family around the things for which we are thankful. And many of those items include beautiful memories that we share with each other. This Thanksgiving, you can create a few more of those memories to be thankful for using science! See 26 Thanksgiving Science Activities - https://elementa...
Ep 17 - My favorite way to do nature study during the winter
November 12, 2016 00:00 - 5 minutes - 3.73 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. Let’s face it – during the winter month's our kids are not usually clamoring to head outside and run around in nature. And if we are really honest, neither are we. Did you know that it is possible to do nature study in the winter without setting a foot outside? In episode 17 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show, I am going to share with you all our favorite way to do nature study during the frigid winter months! Welcome to season 1 of the Tips for Ho...
Ep 16 - 3 Science-packed ideas for using up those candy corns
October 31, 2016 00:00 - 3 minutes - 2.34 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. I know that there is a bag of candy corns sitting in your kitchen right now. And you don’t really want those triangular treats to rot on top of your fridge, do you? In episode 16 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show, I am going to share with you three science-packed ideas for getting rid of those candy corns before the candy canes start rolling in! Welcome to season 1 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show where we are breaking down the lofty ideals...
YouTube Channels {Homeschool Science Tip of the Month October 2016}
October 22, 2016 00:00 - 2 minutes - 1.6 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. **Homeschool Science Tip - Subscribe to several YouTube channels for science.** In this fast-paced digital world teemed with gadgets and social media, it’s hard to keep your students focused and engaged in learning. But with the right strategy, you can use technology to enhance science instruction and inspire a new generation of scientists. You can integrate technology into your homeschool by using digital tools like video sharing sites on the web. We par...
Ep 15 - How we use technology for homeschool science
October 15, 2016 00:00 - 5 minutes - 3.58 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. There is no avoiding it – we live in a digital age. And in our homeschool, we have chosen to embrace the resources that are at our fingertips and use technology to enhance our science studies. In episode 15 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show, I am going to share with you all how we use technology in our homeschool along with some of our favorite resources. Welcome to season 1 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show where we are breaking down the lo...
Ep 14 - 3 Reasons I love to use notebooking for science
October 01, 2016 00:00 - 6 minutes - 4.37 MBWant to talk shop? Send me a text. Notebooking is a fantastic way to record what your students are learning in science. This technique has been around for hundreds of years. Men and women like DaVinci, Beatrix Potter, and Thomas Edison all took advantage of notebooking. In episode 14 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show, I am going to share three reasons why I love to use notebooking for science! Welcome to season 1 of the Tips for Homeschool Science Show where we are breaking down t...