How I Plan a Week of Homeschool for My 5th Grader
Curious how to organize your homeschool week without stress? Here’s how I take our monthly learning goals—like science, math, reading, and more—and break them into simple, doable weekly plans for my 5th grader. Includes a free printable weekly planner!
A Disney Homeschool Study of Japan: Cultural Respect and Natural Wonder at EPCOT’s Japan Pavilion
Discover how to teach cultural values like respect, remembrance, and connection to nature through a hands-on study of Japan. This Disney homeschool unit uses the Ultimate EPCOT Workbook, beautifully illustrated children’s books, and an immersive visit to EPCOT’s Japan Pavilion to bring Japanese traditions to life through stories, art, festivals, and reflection.
How To Disney School With A Castle Theme
Looking to turn your homeschool curriculum into a magical, castle-themed adventure? This guide shows you how to create a multi-age castle unit using hands-on resources, storytelling, and cross-curricular learning—plus how to bring it all to life during a visit to the Magic Kingdom. Includes a printable castle scavenger hunt designed for Disney homeschoolers.
What It’s Really Like to Learn with Disney Homeschool Curriculum
When The Wall Street Journal featured our homeschool journey, it was this simple, beautiful poetry project—centered on nature, Na’vi, and a moonlit haiku—that captured their attention. Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at how we brought Disney homeschool learning to life.
Let’s Talk About Castles: Disney Dreams, Real History, and a Free Printable to Explore It All
Discover how Disney castles were inspired by real-life history. Includes a free printable for kids about Neuschwanstein and the magic of castle storytelling.
Project-Based Learning at Home: How to Foster a Creative Milieu for Your Homeschooler
Discover how to design a home environment that nurtures creativity, curiosity, and independent learning. Inspired by Lori Pickert’s Project-Based Homeschooling, this guide helps you craft a space where your homeschooler can thrive.
Top 10 Educational Shows on Disney+ Every Homeschool Family Should Watch
Discover how Disney+ can become one of your most surprising homeschool tools. This guide features 10 educational shows with recommended ages, learning topics, companion books or activities, and guided questions to help your child think deeply and critically—all while enjoying quality screen time.
FREE Homeschool Printable for Summer Reading: Discover the Peacemaker + Liberty Square
As Liberty Square prepares for big changes at Walt Disney World, we’re using this moment to explore deeper stories of unity and peace. This post includes a FREE homeschool printable for The Peacemaker by Joseph Bruchac—a powerful summer reading pick for ages 9–14. Discover the story behind the Iroquois Confederacy, learn how storytelling builds peace, and use our printable to guide meaningful discussions at home or on your next educational Disney trip.
Rethinking School by Susan Wise Bauer: A Down-to-Earth Review for Homeschool Parents
Thinking about homeschooling or questioning your child’s current school experience? In this post, I review Rethinking School by Susan Wise Bauer—a must-read for parents exploring alternatives to traditional education. I share key takeaways from the book and include a free printable parent worksheet to help you reflect, plan, and move forward with confidence. Perfect for homeschool parents looking for practical tools and inspiration.
How to Teach Art and Perspective at Disney’s Magic Kingdom (Main Street U.S.A.)
Discover how to turn your trip to Disney’s Magic Kingdom into a hands-on art lesson about perspective. In this homeschool-friendly guide, we focus on Main Street U.S.A. to teach key art concepts like horizon line, vanishing point, foreground, and background. Using the Ultimate Magic Kingdom Workbook, a free printable, and an optional perspective sketchpad, you'll guide your child through an engaging educational experience in the park and at home. Perfect for homeschoolers, Disney-loving families, and parents looking to make travel more meaningful.