Education Without School

  Accessing a large pool of resources gives home educators a considerable advantage because learning possibilities far exceed those available within a classroom. Finding fantastic learning tools and information involves taking a very proactive role in education. If I wanted to learn more about a specific topic, my mom would tell me to go look it up online or take me to the library to read books on the subject.    One way to discover interactive resources involves utilizing your local library. Many offer free educational events and lectures. Some even get authors of books to come and speak. Many of these learning opportunities are available virtually or in socially distanced settings. This also goes for theaters, music halls, and art museums. Museums and nature centers are overflowing with helpful resources and offer programs for children and adults, and most are providing online lessons and videos through their social media pages. Keep in mind the more interactive or ...

       It seems like every day there's a new recall on hand sanitizer. If you're able to find some in stock at your local store that hasn't been recalled, consider yourself lucky. If you're able to get it for a reasonable price, you're even more fortunate. In case you can't find it, or it's too high priced, you have other options.  The World Health Organization provides a guide and recipe for making an effective hand sanitizer for yourself and your family. However, it makes a couple of gallons. Here's the link though, if you'd like to be stocked for the next year: https://bit.ly/31PNGbG If you're looking for a more manageable and practical recipe Popular Science has you covered! Their simple and easy to follow instructions will help you make an affordable hand sanitizer to protect your family. This mixture takes just minutes to make and uses accessible ingredients you might already have in your house.  You'll need measuring cups, and sp...