Homeschool Help: On Lesson Planning and Schedules
Homeschool Help: FREE Printable Homeschool Planners
If you are planning for your upcoming school year, you would be needing some planners to help you plan and be more intentional with your activities for the day, the week or the month. There are so many available online and I would like to share with you some that I have found that are giving FREE printable homeschool planners, you just need to subscribe to their email list by signing up your email address.
Shining Mom – http://www.shiningmom.com/free-homeschool-planner-printables/
Living Life & Learning – https://www.livinglifeandlearning.com/free-printable-homeschool-planner.html
Homeschool Den – Homeschool Vision Planner – http://homeschoolden.com/2017/05/16/homeschool-planning-for-next-year-free-planning-pages/
Inspire the Mom – Charlotte Mason Planner – https://www.inspirethemom.com/2020/02/29/updated-free-charlotte-mason-2020-2021-planner/
Wholehearted Homemaking – Charlotte Mason Planner – https://wholeheartedhomemaking.wordpress.com/2020/06/30/organizing-our-homeschool-part-3-free-cm-planner/
I like the Charlotte Mason Planners specially the Year-at-a Glance and Term Recap pages.
Homeschool Help: Homeschool Organizations
As a homeschool mom, it is of great encouragement to know that there are now many homeschool organizations which I can join and help me should I need some assistance or support. I’m listing some of those organizations:
HAPI or Homeschool Association of the Philippine Islands was established in 2010. The current HAPI president is Ms. Donna Pangilinan-Simpao.
Mission: To bring together homeschool leaders who will help shape the Philippine homeschool landscape.
Vision: To see home education recognised as an available and respected form of education, shaping leaders and movers who build our nation. (Info taken from HAPI website)
I personally am grateful for the efforts of HAPI to meet with DepEd and let DepEd know the needs of the homeschool community.
HAPI’s website is http://www.hapi.ph
PHA or Philippine Homeschoolers Association was established in 2017. The current PHA president is Ms. Jihan Tan. PHA was formed by homeschool co-op families who, after experiencing the benefits of being in a community, decided it was time to give back and pay it forward.
Mission:
1. AWARENESS
2. ACCREDITATION
3. AFFORDABILITY
4. ACCESSIBILITY
5. ACCEPTANCE
(Info taken from PHA about page)
I am following the PHA discussions and the instagram account and it is encouraging to know that awareness about homeschooling in the Philippines has greatly increased.
PHA Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/PhilippineHomeschoolersAssociation/
EFL or Educating for Life is the team of homeschool moms who came together to establish several of the homeschool conferences in the past years. The members are Michelle Padrelanan, Sanne Unson, Mariel Uyquiengco, and Tina Rodriguez.
Mission: To provide avenues for parents to connect with one another through the various workshops, events, and seminars that are tailor-fit to the homeschool community. (Info taken from EFL website)
I have been to almost every conference that EFL has organized and I am grateful for all the encouragement and equipping workshops that I’ve been to.
EFL Website is http://www.educatingforlife.co/
HOP or Homeschoolers of the Philippines is an online Facebook community group. It currently has 14,000+ members and the founder of this group is Ms. Donna Pangilinan-Simapo
The main reason why this group was established is to be a support group for the homeschoolers in the Philippines. This group was formed in 2012.
There are many FAQ articles, activity lists and books for sale being posted. You also get to organize meet ups in your local area through this FB group. I have greatly benefited from this HOP group over the years.
HOP’s Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/303988516361928/
Homeschool Help: World War II Resources
We have been learning about the World War II in our Mystery of History Volume IV lessons recently. It is a very heavy topic but I believe that the children should learn more than just what the book says. Thankfully, there are many historical novels and historical fiction books and movies that they can go through to give them a firm grasp of what happened during those gruesome years.
Here are some movies on World War II events:
Homeschool Help: Multiple Intelligences
Have you heard of the theory of multiple intelligences by Howard Gardner? He states that there are a number of ways by which students learn and develop. Knowing these intelligences can help us teach our children more effectively. There are 8 dominant learning styles:
- Visual Spatial – they think in terms of space. They like jigsaw puzzles, draw, read maps and daydream. They can be taught through drawings, visuals and physical imager
- Bodily Kinesthetic – they use the body very effectively. They like movement, making things, touching, They learn best through role-playing and hands-on learning.
- Musical -they are sensitive to sound in the environment. They appreciate musical instruments, music and can learn by turning lessons into lyrics.
- Interpersonal – they often interact with others. They thrive in group activities and workshops. They need time and attention from the instructor.
- Intrapersonal – they have a deep understanding of their own goal and interests. They are usually in tune with their feelings, and have strong opinions. They thrive in self-study and they like journaling, books and creative materials.
- Linguistic – they use words effectively. They are auditory learners and enjoy word games, making up stories or poetry. They learn through read alouds and lectures.
- Logical-Mathematical – they excel in reasoning and calculating. They can think abstractly and see patterns easily. They love mystery games, investigations and logic games.
- Naturalistic – they learn best with an experience in the natural world. They love to be outside and learn as they get their hands dirty. They are naturally curious about their environment and surroundings and ask endless questions.