The IAHE Blog

Math is everywhere. Even if you don’t notice it, you use some type of math skill everyday. You might be doing something directly with numbers, like setting a weekly budget, balancing your checkbook, or baking cookies. However, math isn’t always so direct; you use...

Many new homeschoolers’ first stumbling block is the realization that, despite assurances by teachers over the years, their child’s reading ability is not nearly as good as parents had assumed. As a parent, our first instinct is to grab every reading help workbook,...

The beginning of school is either here for you or right around the corner, and it is exciting. It can also be hectic, scary, and a bit overwhelming. With a little bit of patience and a little bit of planning, you can keep the craziness under control and make it a fun...

Four years ago at a homeschool conference, I met a young couple, Garritt and Yvette Hampton, who told me that they were making a movie about their homeschool journey. To say that I was skeptical would be an understatement.  As our paths continued to cross at different...

After the 1,000th round of Hi-Ho Cherry-O, we’re all ready for something new! But finding games the whole family enjoys that younger children can play with their older siblings can be a challenge. Here are some ideas for you. These games are great for PreK to...

It doesn’t seem like that long ago when my children were finishing up their schoolwork and looking forward to a change of routine in the summer. I remember preparing for our time off of “regular” school—trying to find a balance between planned activities and down time...

If there’s ever a time to instill patriotism in our kids, it is now! In a time where history is being re-written, American heroes are being vilified, family values are disappearing, and the Constitution is being trampled on, it is imperative that we parents raise up...

It's time to celebrate the IAHE's 38th birthday! We want to thank you for your support and encouragement. Don't miss these great deals below!   Did you know that the IAHE is one of the oldest homeschool organizations in the country? Founded June 27, 1983, the...

Summer means different things to different people. It can mean vacations and traveling or sports and nights out, and to some, it might just mean hot and buggy. Whatever summer means to you, the season is now upon us, and whether you are taking a study break for a...