One of Calvert's goals is to help you become the best home teacher and learning guide you can be. With Calvert, you never have to "go it alone." Calvert has helped families like yours get the most out of their homeschooling experience for over a century, and in that time, we have accumulated a wide variety of homeschooling tips from our education counselors and international network of homeschooling families.
 Organizing a Homeschool Classroom
August 2010 Inspire!
One of the most exciting aspects of beginning a journey toward homeschooling is organizing a classroom space. Whether you have a dedicated homeschooling ... Read More
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Making Learning Fun
July 2010 Inspire!
Summer is the time of year that students’ attention may wander and you may have a more difficult time catching their attention. Here are ... Read More
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Summer, a Great Time to Explore
June 2010 Inspire!
While it is true that many homeschool families take a break from more structured learning in the summer season, this does not ... Read More
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Taking Learning Outside
May 2010 Inspire!
As the days grow longer and the temperatures increase, it affords us the opportunity to take our homeschool studies outside. Both you and your children ... Read More
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Reading Aloud- The Gift that Keeps on Giving
April 2010 Inspire!
Do you want your children to love learning, to love reading, to love books and be able to express themselves ... Read More
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The Writing Process- Editing and Publishing
March 2010 Inspire!
Writing is a process that involves several distinct steps: prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing. It is important for a writer to ... Read More
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The Writing Process- Revision
February 2010 Inspire!
Writing is a process that involves several distinct steps: prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing. It is important for a writer to work through ... Read More
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The Writing Process- Drafting and Editing
January 2010 Inspire!
Writing is a process that involves several distinct steps: prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing. It is important for a writer to ... Read More
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Five Tips to Writing Success
December 2009 Inspire!
It is 3:30 pm and Janice Robertson has just asked her twelve-year-old daughter, Emma, to write a two-page essay on the formation of ... Read More
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Reflecting, Assessing, and Modifying Academic Goals
November 2009 Inspire!
Whether you are a seasoned home school pro or new to the home school community, ... Read More
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Teaching Critical Thinking through the Scientific Method
The Scientific Method: Not Just for Science
The National Commission on Excellence in Education reported in 1983 that “Many 17-year-olds do not possess the ... Read More
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September Inspire!: Multi-Sensory Instruction
An Introduction to Multi-Sensory Learning
What is multi-sensory instruction?
Multi-sensory instruction refers to the way information is delivered to the student. The three primary modes of instruction are ... Read More
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July Inspire!: Vacation Education
Inspire learning on your vacation
Summer is a time to relax, enjoy the beautiful weather, and spend time with your family. Many families, including those that homeschool, take ... Read More
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August Inspire!: Preparation
Preparing for a Successful Home School Year
Henry Ford once said, “Before everything else, getting ready is the secret to success.” This wisdom holds true for home ... Read More
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