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Homeschooling Middle School

Homeschooling Middle School

Overview Videos 5th Grade 6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade FAQs “What level should I order?” We offer placement tests for various subjects at https://timberdoodle.com/blogs/td/where-should-we-start. This will help you determine the appropriate level for your child. "What school supplies do I need?" The simple answer is you wouldn't actually have to have much beyond your basic pencil and paper, maybe a pair of scissors and some glue or tape for most of our kits. Chances are you will likely find a few extra supplies do come in handy, so we compiled a list to help you with your planning and back-to-school shopping: https://timberdoodle.com/blogs/td/what-school-supplies-do-i-need "How much time...

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Homeschooling Elementary School

Homeschooling Elementary School

Overview Videos 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade FAQs “What level should I order?” We offer placement tests for various subjects at https://timberdoodle.com/blogs/td/where-should-we-start. This will help you determine the appropriate level for your child. "What school supplies do I need?" The simple answer is you wouldn't actually have to have much beyond your basic pencil and paper, maybe a pair of scissors and some glue or tape for most of our kits. Chances are you will likely find a few extra supplies do come in handy, so we compiled a list to help you with your planning and back-to-school shopping: https://timberdoodle.com/blogs/td/what-school-supplies-do-i-need "How much time...

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While You Wait for Your Curriculum

While You Wait for Your Curriculum

If you're waiting on your curriculum order, but you'd like to go ahead and get started with a school routine, here are some easy-to-implement learning activity ideas for you!   Please don't feel like you necessarily need to do something in every category. Many families prefer to start the school year with a lighter scheduler and then gradually add in more subjects as they get used to the routine.  Here are some ideas of substitutions you could use until you receive your actual curriculum: Language Arts Preschool and PreK If you have access to your public library look for Look...

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What School Supplies Do I Need?

What School Supplies Do I Need?

A question we are commonly asked this time of year is: "What school supplies do I need to get for my Timberdoodle curriculum kit?" The simple answer is you wouldn't actually have to have much beyond your basic pencil and paper, maybe a pair of scissors and some glue or tape for most of our kits. However, school supplies are always on sale in August so that's the time to stock up on anything you might want for the upcoming school year. Chances are you will likely find a few extra supplies do come in handy, so we are compiling...

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Timberdoodle for Newbies

Timberdoodle for Newbies

How exciting that you are considering homeschooling! We get lots of questions this time of year from families who are just beginning their homeschooling journey. If that's you, welcome! We are thrilled to come alongside you and help in any way we can. How Do I Enroll? Timberdoodle is a curriculum provider, not a school, so our kits do not include enrollment. Many families homeschool independently as their own “private school” while others homeschool under umbrella schools or charter schools. Homeschool regulations vary from state to state. A good place to find out what the procedure is in your state is...

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