How to Teach Homeschool Students with Mechanical or Technical Minds
Every child is wired differently, and one of the greatest gifts of homeschooling is the opportunity to recognize and nurture those unique strengths. Some kids thrive on stories and imagination, while others light up when they can take something apart, solve a problem, or see how things work. If you have a child with a mechanical or technical mind, you may have noticed their curiosity shines brightest when they’re building, tinkering, or experimenting.
Homeschooling gives you the freedom to honor that bent, water it, and weave it into daily learning. Here’s how to teach and encourage these students in ways that feel natural, meaningful, and even fun.
How to Start Homeschooling with Ambleside Online
Homeschooling often begins with a big question: Where do I even start? For many families, the answer is Ambleside Online (often called AO). If you’ve heard about AO but feel unsure about how to take those first steps, this guide will walk you through the process we used. I’ll share what Ambleside Online is, why families love it, and how you can make it work in your own home.
Why We Switched to Ambleside Online Homeschool Curriculum…And How It’s Going
Homeschooling is a journey that rarely follows a straight path. Like many families, we began with one curriculum, shifted to another…and another…and another…and found ourselves making adjustments all along the way. Every stage taught us something valuable, but nothing has felt quite like home the way Ambleside Online has.
If you’re wondering whether Ambleside Online (often called AO) might be right for your family—or you’re just curious about what life looks like inside a Charlotte Mason–inspired homeschool—let me share our story: why we switched, what it was like in those early weeks, and how it’s going now."
Faith-Focused Learning: Practical Tips and Inspiration for a Christ-Centered Homeschool
“Incorporating faith into your homeschool goes beyond simply adding Bible study to the curriculum; it involves infusing every part of educational experiences with spiritual insight. For many families, Christian homeschooling is…”
How to Homeschool in Missouri: The Gentle Guide
If you are a parent or caregiver considering homeschooling in Missouri or if you’re already in the homeschool “boat” but need to sort out the “how-to’s,” you’re in the right place! As a second-generation homeschool family and the couple behind Ever June Co., my husband Jamie and I are excited to encourage you on your journey and share some of the wisdom we’ve been given along the way.
Since the stirrings of the modern homeschool movement of the 1970s, more and more families across the country have been choosing to educate their children at home for many reasons. According to a report from the National Home Education Research Institute, an estimated 3.1 million American homeschool students were in the 2020-2021 academic school year. While the survey sampled a subset of the population, the results indicate homeschooling is a viable choice for many families in the US. Accordingly, homeschooling has continued to gain popularity in Missouri, offering families a flexible and personalized educational pathway.