Yes, logic and critical thinking really do matter. A lot, in fact. We all want children who can stop and think before they act, right? That takes logic and critical thinking. And, I bet at least one of your homeschooling goals is to raise a well-rounded child who can transition into successful adulthood. Well, that…
Critical thinking games are the perfect way to teach and practice important thinking and decision making skills in your home. I’ve been using games as part of my plan of attack for years and it’s been such a fun and challenging way to strengthen my children’s ability to think and reason. Critical thinking is extremely…
Logic and critical thinking are “critical” for every homeschool because they train children to think. Trained thinking helps children of all ages in every situation from academics to attitudes. This masterclass with show you exactly how to implement logic and critical thinking easily!
Games are wonderful additions to any homeschool. In fact, we typically play at least one game a day – sometimes even gameschooling for an entire day! Not only do games bring joy and lightheartedness to the school day, they can help teach new concepts and practice old ones. One of the most important reasons I…
At co-op this year, I have the privilege of teaching two logic and critical thinking classes – one for high school and one for middle school. We’re having a great time together! I promised a little look inside that class, so here goes. This post contains affiliate links. The Main Content I’m doing similar things for both…
Nature study lays a real-life foundation for all branches of science—while building critical thinking through observation, investigation, and exploration. With Mrs. Cindy’s expert guidance, nature study becomes easy and enjoyable for your homeschool. Just press play and learn together!
No Sweat Nature Study On-Demand offers 10 months of video-only access to a library of 175+ pre-recorded, nature-based science classes. Live class access is not included. Each lesson combines solid science with creative, nature-inspired activities to make learning both meaningful and memorable for students in grades 1–8 and beyond.
Self-paced science made easy! Get 10 months of access to 175+ nature-based video lessons for 1st–8th grade. A great fit for homeschoolers and families using charter or ESA reimbursement.
Ready for a fun vegetable nature study? In this No Sweat Nature Study Podcast episode, kids will investigate a big garden mystery: Which vegetable grows the fastest? With a bit of science and a lot of curiosity, Mrs. Cindy will help young learners make predictions and learn why some veggies seem to shoot up overnight….
Welcome to the Our Journey Westward charter-approved shop page! Here you’ll find a selection of standards-aligned science resources for grades K–8, each designed to spark curiosity, build critical thinking, and make hands-on learning both meaningful and straightforward. Whether you’re a parent or educator, these open-and-go materials meet charter guidelines and reflect the creative, nature-based learning…
Looking for a meaningful way to combine math and art in your homeschool? Positive negative symmetry art is the perfect project! This hands-on activity introduces important concepts like symmetry, spatial awareness, and the artistic principles of positive and negative space—all in one simple lesson. It’s a fantastic example of how living math can bring abstract…
I have always loved teaching a Leonardo da Vinci unit study. It quickly covers almost every academic subject, from the Renaissance to various science topics like inventions, simple machines, and the human body. History, science, and art combine with research-based learning and good books for a fabulous learning adventure! Leonardo da Vinci Unit Study Taking…
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