SPARROW HOME SCHOOL

Links for Ideas & Resources by Subject

 

Here are just a few links to get your started.  There is a world of resources out there, spend some time looking for them and see what works for you.  This page will evolve so come back and visit from time to time.

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These links are in no particular order and some I've used before, some I've not - click on the links to check them out to see if any work for you and your needs.

 

Please note:  I use The Book Depository as a link to books we have personally used, because that's where we bought them from.  Where you buy them from is of course up to you.

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None of these sections include actual, complete curriculums for specific subjects (though you can certainly use them to enhance or build your own) however I will look at blogging about different options ad ideas you may wish to consider if they seem a good fit for your family.

 

Lap Booking, Unit Studies, Note Booking & Project Based Learning

 

• http://www.ajourneythroughlearning.net/

• http://www.homeschoolshare.com/lapbooking_resources.php

• http://www.freehomeschooldeals.com/free-homeschool-lapbooks/

• https://www.thehomeschoolmom.com/homeschool-help/lapbooks/

• http://lapbooklessons.com/

• http://lapbooklessons.com/FreeLapbooks

• http://homeschoolhelperonline.com/welcome-to-homeschool-helper-online/

• http://www.tinasdynamichomeschoolplus.com/2014/11/24/free-unit-study-resources

 

English

 

• Learning new vocabulary worksheet - http://www.blessedbeyondadoubt.com/fun-ways-to-teach-vocabulary/

• Velveteen Rabbit literature studies - http://homeschoolgiveaways.com/2017/03/the-velveteen-rabbit-free-literature-studies-and-resources/

• Literature with Dr Who - http://eclectic-homeschool.com/literature-with-doctor-who/

• Literature studies - http://www.aswewalkalongtheroad.com/2016/10/literature-unit-studies-for-kids-books.html

• Literature based free unit studies (and more) - https://www.amotherthing.com/100-free-unit-studies-for-all-ages/

• Literature unit studies - http://homeschoolhelperonline.com/unit-studies/literature/

• Montessori freebies and low cost printables - http://www.shop.montessoriprintshop.com/

• Worksheets - http://worksheetplace.com/​

• A range of freebie templates etc - http://www.sparklebox.co.uk/​

 

Maths

 

​Here are a range of resources and ideas.  Maths is one of those areas we just need to be able to function in our lives.  Don't forget to look at ways of teaching maths that will be useful in your kids lives.  For example doing a tax return, getting a car loan and all that goes with that, get them involved if you are re-tiling the bathroom floor for example (how to work out how many tiles you will need and so on), how much paint will you need to paint the bedroom, as well as life-long skills like telling the time, reading a bus/train/plane time-table, working out budget for shopping, baking a cake but mix it up a bit by getting them to work out 1.5 times the cake recipe (more cake - yay!) and so much more.

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• Maths Online - https://www.mathsonline.com.au/purchase/homeschool

• Free for Maths (and other subjects too) - https://www.khanacademy.org/

• Free printable Minecraft multiplication game - http://royalbaloo.com/minecraft-multiplication-game/

• Free printable Pokemon multiplication game - http://royalbaloo.com/multiplication-game-inspired-by-pokemon/

• Math art ideas - http://www.whatdowedoallday.com/tag/math-art

• Math art projects - http://www.whatdowedoallday.com/math-art-projects-kids/

• Draw a story math problem - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Draw-a-Story-Problem-141538

• Living math ideas - http://www.confessionsofahomeschooler.com/blog/2011/05/living-math-ideas.html

• Living math books (reading for math) - http://mamajenn.com/blog/2012/04/living-math-books-reading-for-math.html

• Math in art - http://smithcurriculumconsulting.com/math-in-art/

• Geometry labs - http://www.mathedpage.org/geometry-labs/

• You Tube - check out a range of math tutorials to help with the concept you are trying to teach/learn

• Math games - http://ellenjmchenry.com/homeschool-freedownloads/math-games/index.php

• Montessori freebies and printables - http://www.shop.montessoriprintshop.com/

• Worksheets - http://worksheetplace.com/​

• A range of freebie templates etc - http://www.sparklebox.co.uk/

 

Science

 

• Box(es) of project(s) are sent to you each month to complete - https://stembox.com.au/ 

• Milk plastic - http://www.howweelearn.com/turn-milk-into-plastic/

• Science Bob - https://sciencebob.com/

• Edible science - http://www.fantasticfunandlearning.com/fun-taste-test-science-experiments-kids.html

• Conductor or insulator project - http://mscraftynyla.blogspot.com.au/2013/10/conductor-or-insulator-science.html

• Periodic table battleship - http://teachbesideme.com/periodic-table-battleship/

• Crystal seashells - http://littlebinsforlittlehands.com/crystal-seashells-borax-crystal-growing-science-experiment/

• Science sorting cards - http://ellythorsenteaching.blogspot.com.au/2015/04/whats-growin-in-my-classroom-april-2015.html

• Elephants toothpaste - http://preschoolpowolpackets.blogspot.com.au/2012/01/science-experiment-elephant-toothpaste.html

• Simple vinegar experiments - https://wizzley.com/four-easy-science-experiments-vinegar/

• 1000 + science experiments for ages 2 to 18 - http://www.epic-childhood.com/2014/06/1000-science-experiments-and-play.html

• Choc chip cookie science - http://www.handletheheat.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-chocolate-chip-cookies/

• Kitchen science experiments - http://www.coffeecupsandcrayons.com/kitchen-science-experiments-kids/#_a5y_p=2006876

• Twin plane - http://www.arvindguptatoys.com/toys/twinplane.html

• Forces and simple machines - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Newtons-Laws-Forces-in-Motion-Simple-Machines-Unit-Homework-120084

• Magnetic science spinning pen - http://frugalfun4boys.com/2016/02/10/spinning-pen-magnet-science-experiment/

• Electro-magnetic train - http://www.123homeschool4me.com/2015/04/electromagnetic-train-science-project.html

• Science comic books - http://www.physicscentral.com/explore/comics/

• You Tube science concepts - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCobgOt3poNKlml3Y5TnVU8Q

• The Sci Guys via You Tube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5VY0z4PsTMHeqgA4HdWZxQ

• Minute Physics via You Tube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUHW94eEFW7hkUMVaZz4eDg

• Bill Nye the Science Guy via You Tube - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheRealBillNye 

• Muscles - https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/68/ab/3f/68ab3f73e9e4df9fb42f4510d0665502.jpg

• Make your own breathing machine - https://www.dk.com/us/explore/childrens/how-to-make-your-own-breathing-machine/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Education_Librarians_Makerspace_Sweeps_07252016&utm_source=adestra

• Make a brain hat - http://www.ellenjmchenry.com/homeschool-freedownloads/lifesciences-games/documents/Brainhat.pdf

• Make a human body - http://thehometeacher.org/2012/03/human-body-printables.html

• Human body printables - http://www.confessionsofahomeschooler.com/blog/2012/08/life-size-human-anatomy-activity-3.html​

• Make blood - http://welivewelearn.com/free-printables/making-blood-free-human-blood-printable/#comment-378

• Human body stuff - http://www.hsprintables.com/Anatomy.html

• Earth science stuff - http://ellenjmchenry.com/homeschool-freedownloads/earthscience-games/index.php

• Land form flip book - http://gingersnapstreatsforteachers.blogspot.com.au/2012/09/landform-flipbook.html

• Earth science experiments - http://hojosteachingadventures.com/2012/12/earth-science-experiment-fun.html

• Earth science game - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Weathering-and-Erosion-354192

• Earth layers - http://suzieshomeeducationideas.blogspot.com.au/2013/07/5-activities-for-learning-about-layers.html

• Play-doh Earth layers - http://thelearningark.blogspot.com.au/2010/01/layers-of-earth.html

• Make a rock - http://www.fantasticfunandlearning.com/how-to-make-a-rock-with-kids.html

• Garden science - http://www.fantasticfunandlearning.com/kids-science-in-the-garden.html

• Studying plants and flowers - http://www.mamaslearningcorner.com/ultimate-guide-studying-plants-flowers/

• Photosynthesis model - http://theinspiredclassroom.blogspot.com.au/2011/08/photosynthesis-model.html

• Paper dissection models - https://gettingnerdywithmelandgerdy.com/blog/budget-friendly-low-prep-dissection-models

• DNA and genetics - http://teachbesideme.com/dna-teaching-resources/

• Power of genetics visual - http://themetapicture.com/the-power-of-genetics/

• Cell model - http://www.gottoteach.com/2015/03/MintTinCell.html

• Biology - http://www.phschool.com/webcodes10/index.cfm?area=view&wcprefix=cbk&wcsuffix=9999

• 15 science You Tube channels - http://igamemom.com/youtube-channels-of-fun-science-for-kids/ 

• Montessori freebies and printables - http://www.shop.montessoriprintshop.com/

• Worksheets - http://worksheetplace.com/​

 

History

 

• Horrible Histories (ABC/BBC TV series, we have the DVD's and love them, also see if you can find via You Tube, books etc) - so worth checking out!

• Singing history teachers - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8N-CwxI4qz1wMT-bL9maFw

• You Tube videos - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUbEq1jv8SeWy4zUwZPJWiw

• The Story of the World series (4 novels) by Susan Wise Bauer found at many book stores

 

Geography

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• Free printable maps, choose your size - ​http://www.yourchildlearns.com/megamaps.htm

• Make a brochure about a country - http://theinspiredclassroom.blogspot.com.au/2011/10/state-brochure.html

• School lunch around the world - http://www.nourishinteractive.com/blog/854-school-lunches-from-around-the-world

• Geography and history using Lego - http://milkandcookiesblog.com/exploring-history-and-geography-with-legos/

• Learn about land forms - http://aroundthekampfire.com/2015/10/landforms-building-narrative-writing.html

• Continent geography game - http://www.123homeschool4me.com/2013/10/roll-into-geography-free-game.html

• Land form diorama craft - http://thecraftyclassroom.com/crafts/geology-crafts-for-kids/landform-diorama-craft/

• Maps and games - http://ellenjmchenry.com/homeschool-freedownloads/geographymaps-games/index.php

• Great book where kids can learn about kids like them in different parts of the world - https://www.bookdepository.com/Children-Just-Like-Me-DK/9780241207352?ref=grid-view

• Names different land forms etc, simple visuals and descriptions - https://www.bookdepository.com/Geography-from-Z-Jack-Knowlton-Harriett-Barton/9780064460996?ref=grid-view

• Child's intro to the world (geography, culture and more) - https://www.bookdepository.com/Childs-Introduction-the-World-Heather-Alexander-Meredith-Hamilton/9781579128326?ref=grid-view

• Create your own micronation (geography, history, civics and citizenship etc) - https://www.bookdepository.com/Micronations/9781619302228

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Technology/Design/Engineering

 

Pinterest and then Pinterest some more for endless ideas for this fun, hands-on learning area.

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• Lego, Lego and more Lego!

• Tech, design, engineering and science - https://stembox.com.au/ 

• Build a simple circuit - http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Simple-Circuit-from-a-Pizza-Box-No-Solder/

• Make a wiggle-bot - http://researchparent.com/homemade-wigglebot/

• 16 toy STEM projects - http://kidscraftroom.com/16-toy-making-stem-projects-for-kids/

• Engineering & science projects - http://www.sciencebuddies.org/blog/2016/06/creative-science-and-engineering-for-kids.php?from=FB

• 5 engineering challenges using popsticks - http://frugalfun4boys.com/2016/05/08/engineering-challenges-clothespins-binder-clips-craft-sticks/

• Popstick ferris wheel - http://www.ehow.com/how_5527767_make-wheel-out-popsicle-sticks.html

• Kinetic sculpture - http://leftbraincraftbrain.com/googly-monster-automata-kinetic-sculpture/

• Project based engineering for kids - http://www.instructables.com/id/Project-Based-Engineering-for-Kids/

• 12 outdoor engineering projects - http://www.planetsmarty.com/2015/03/12-outside-engineering-projects-for-kids.html

• 10 moving STEM projects - http://www.hellowonderful.co/post/10-AWESOME-STEM-PROJECTS-FOR-KIDS-THAT-MOVE-#_a5y_p=3583643

• Make a lemon clock - http://creeksidelearning.com/science-project-lemon-clock/

• Make a Lego candy dispenser - http://frugalfun4boys.com/2014/10/20/build-lego-candy-dispenser/

 

Art/Craft

 

Here are some links to get you started but check out Pinterest and the internet - so much to be found.  These links are for ideas, specific projects and lessons.  Some people like to follow lessons (in person via an art teacher so see what is on offer in your area or via You Tube and more), some like to do whatever takes their fancy, some like some ideas to get them started.  You can also tie this into history for example - learning about past artists, learning from other cultures etc.  I have to stop now - I could put 100's of great links here :)

  

• Famous artist crafts for kids - http://thecraftyclassroom.com/crafts/famous-artist-crafts-for-kids/

• You Tube art lessons for kids - http://creeksidelearning.com/youtube-art-lessons-for-kids/

• Famous artists inspired art projects - http://preschoolpowolpackets.blogspot.com.au/2015/10/13-famous-artists-inspired-art-projects.html?m=1

• A year of art appreciation for kids - http://artcuratorforkids.com/a-year-of-art-appreciation-for-kids-52-artworks-your-child-should-know/

• Art projects for kids famous artists - http://www.craftykidsathome.com/art-projects-for-kids-famous-artists/

• Masterpiece Monday - http://artcuratorforkids.com/category/art/masterpiece-monday/

• Art history for little ones - http://whimsyworkshopteaching.com/ideas/art-history-for-little-ones/

• Free activities, lessons and printables - http://www.hiphomeschoolmoms.com/free-activities-lessons-and-printables-about-art-2/

• Crafts around the world - http://intheplayroom.co.uk/2014/05/14/crafts-around-world/

• Worlds greatest artists unit study - http://www.confessionsofahomeschooler.com/blog/2011/06/worlds-greatest-artists-unit-study.html

• Famous artists timeline - https://practicalpages.wordpress.com/2013/01/09/famous-artists-2013-timeline/

• Artist Study -- Charlotte Mason Style - http://hubpages.com/education/cmartiststudy

• Cardboard weaving for kids - http://www.hellowonderful.co/post/EASY-CARDBOARD-CIRCLE-WEAVING-FOR-KIDS

• Picasso inspired art projects for kids - http://www.playideas.com/25-picasso-inspired-art-projects-for-kids/6/

• Hidden poems artwork - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zf6k8aW2Toc

• Pebble art - http://decozilla.com/2014/10/cool-ways-to-use-pebbles-for-decoration/

• Canvas art - http://robineggview.blogspot.com.au/2012/12/future-arteest.html?_szp=387006

• Starry Night - http://deceptivelyeducational.blogspot.com.au/2011/10/starry-night-printable-book-art-van.html

• Branch weaving - http://www.adventuresofacreativegirl.com/branch-weaving/

• Water colour techniques for beginners - http://adventures-in-making.com/toolbox-8-watercolor-techniques-for-beginners/

• Elementary art ideas - http://www.mrsbrownart.com/index.htm

• Perspecitive - http://dolvinartknight.blogspot.com.au/2014/02/tulip-fields-of-holland-in-perspective.html

• Craft techniques - http://ilovetocreateblog.blogspot.com.au/2014/02/30-cool-craft-techniques-youll-wanna-try.html

• Confetti vase - http://www.usefuldiy.com/diy-confetti-vase/

• Aboriginal tapping sticks - http://laughingkidslearn.com/aboriginal-clapping-sticks/

• DIY projects for teens - https://diyprojects.com/27-easy-diy-projects-for-teens-who-love-to-craft/

• Crochet patterns - http://diyprojectsforteens.com/crochet-patterns-free/#

• Crafts for teens - http://diyprojectsforteens.com/crafts-to-make-and-sell-for-teens/

• Teen projects - http://www.thrillbites.com/crafts-for-teens-diy-projects/

• Sculpture with wire and pantyhose - http://dalimoustache.blogspot.com.au/2012/09/wire-and-panty-hose-sculptures.html

• Wire portraits - http://beckermiddleart.blogspot.com.au/2014/01/completed-wire-portraits.html

• Art criticism lesson - http://artcuratorforkids.com/art-criticism-lesso

• Make paper - http://craftulate.com/2016/07/making-paper-kids.html​

 

General

 

• Home School Australia - http://www.homeschoolaustralia.com/

• Home School Australia list of links - http://www.homeschoolaustralia.com/sitemap.html

• Free downloads on a range of subjects http://ellenjmchenry.com/homeschool-freedownloads/

• Free Montessori printables on a range of concepts - http://www.montessoriprintshop.com/free.html

• Steiner curriculum - https://www.steinereducation.edu.au/curriculum/steiner-curriculum/

• Steiner home school blog - http://spiralgarden.blogspot.com.au/

• Montessori information - http://www.montessori.edu/index.html​

• Montessori home school curriculum - http://www.montessori.edu/homeschooling.html

• A range of subjects - http://www.sparklebox.co.uk/​

• A range of subjects - http://www.confessionsofahomeschooler.com/​

• A range of subjects - http://www.teachingideas.co.uk/​

 

We'll add to this page often so come back and visit sometime.

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